Regular Meeting of the Board of Adjustment - Hybrid meeting: Some board members may be participating by videoconference-http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, September 14, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jeffery Bowen (Chair) ___Margaret Shahrestani (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___Melissa Hawthorne ___VACANT CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL ___Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) AGENDA The first 4 speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on August 10, 2026 On-Line Link: ITEM01 August 10, 2026 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Previous Postponed cases: 2. C15-2026-0029 Stephen Hawkins for Agustin Gonzalez 3011 Westlake Drive On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant has requested variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested), in order to erect a boat dock in a “LA” Lake Austin zoning district. Note: Land Development Code, 25-2-1176 Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses (A) (1) A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline, except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety. A dock or similar structure must comply with the requirements of this subsection. New variance cases: 3. C15-2026-0030 Xiao Huang 2805 Saratoga Drive On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, August 10, 2026 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jeffery Bowen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:38 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jeffery Bowen-Chair, Sameer S Birring, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Michael Von Ohlen, Corry Archer- McClellan-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Maggie Shahrestani-Vice Chair, Melissa Hawthorne, Yung-ju Kim, Brian Poteet, Suzanne Valentine- Alternate Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Tommy Ates, Haseeb Abdullah APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on July 13, 2026 On-Line Link: ITEM01 July 13, 2026 draft minutes The minutes from the meeting on July 13, 2026, were approved on Board Member Melissa Hawthorne, Board Member Corry Archer-McClellan second, on 9-0-1 Vote (Vice Chair Maggie Shahrestani abstained). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Previous Postponed cases: 2. C15-2026-0021 George Siddall 2101 Arpdale Street On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single- Family zoning district The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve to 0 feet setback, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; GRANTED. 3. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; GRANTED. 4. C15-2026-0027 Jacob Rogers for Paul & Heather Fink 6302 Shadow Valley Drive On-Line Link: ITEM04 ADV PACKET PART1, PART2 ; PART3; PRESENTATION …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM05 DATE: Monday August 10, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0029 __-_____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT __Y_____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) __-_____Jessica Cohen (D3) RESIGNED __Y_____Yung-ju Kim (D4) __Y_____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) __-_____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) OUT __Y_____Sameer S Birring (D7) __Y_____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) __Y_____Brian Poteet (D9) __Y_____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) __Y_____Jeffery L Bowen (M) __Y_____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) __Y_____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) __-_____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Stephen Hawkins OWNER: Agustin Gonzalez ADDRESS: 3011 WESTLAKE DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant has requested variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested), in order to erect a boat dock in a “LA” Lake Austin zoning district. Note: Land Development Code, 25-2-1176 Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses (A) (1) A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline, except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety. A dock or similar structure must comply with the requirements of this subsection. BOARD’S DECISION: AUGUST 10, 2026 The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to September 14, 2026, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; POSTPONED TO SEPTEMBER 14, 2026. 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: ITEM02/1 (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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM02/2 AQUA PERMITS LLC | 3011 WESTLAKE DRIVE Dredge Volume Calculation Report | SP-2025-0386D AQUA PERMITS LLC Dredge Volume Calculation Report 3011 Westlake Drive, Austin, Texas 78746 City File No. SP-2025-0386D Prepared for Austin Development Services Department Prepared by Aqua Permits LLC Engineering reference Plans produced in conjunction with Daniel P. Hamm, Texas Registered Professional Engineering Firm F-23857 Report date …
BOA Variance for 3011 Westlake Drive Seeking Variance From To Allow For LDC 2521176A1 Proposed New Boat Dock "A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline [into the lake], except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety." The permitting and construction of a NEW boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline into the lake to ensure safety and navigability. ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION 3011 Westlake Drive ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION 3011 Westlake Drive 3015 Westlake Drive: 3009 Westlake Drive: ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Aqua Permits • Variance Presentation 3011 Westlake Drive C1520260029 ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0030 BOA DATE: Monday, September 14th, 2026 ADDRESS: 2805 Saratoga Dr OWNER: Xiao Huang COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 AGENT: N/A ZONING: LA LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 7 BLK 10 AUSTIN LAKE ESTATES SEC 2 VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a front setback of 40 feet (required) to 7 feet (requested) SUMMARY: erect a four-foot high (4') attached uncovered wood deck ISSUES: pre-dates current setback requirements ZONING LAND USES LA Site North LA South LA East West LA; 2 mi ETJ LA Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: City of Rollingwood Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Save Our Springs Alliance ITEM03/1 July 29, 2026 Xiao Huang 2805 Saratoga Dr Austin TX, 78733 Property Description: LOT 7 BLK 10 AUSTIN LAKE ESTATES SEC 2 Re: C15-2026-0030 Dear Xiao, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 at 2805 Saratoga Dr. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Project Assistant Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 4815 Mueller Blvd. Austin, Texas 78723 (512) 972-8400 ITEM03/2 Board of Adjustment General/Parking Variance Application DevelopmentATX.com | Phone: 311 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see austintexas.gov/digitaldevelopment WARNING: Filing of this appeal stops all affected construction activity. This application is a fillable PDF that can be completed electronically. To ensure your information is saved, click here to Save the form to your computer, then open your copy and continue. The Tab key may be used to navigate to each field; Shift + Tab moves to the previous field. The Enter key activates links, emails, and buttons. Use the Up & Down Arrow keys to scroll through drop-down lists and check boxes, …
C15-2026-0030 2805 Saratoga Dr Board of Variance Meeting September 2026 ITEM03/1-PRESENTATION 40-Foot Front Yard Setback Line — Shown in Red ITEM03/2-PRESENTATION Current Status of the Uncovered Deck ITEM03/3-PRESENTATION
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0034 BOA DATE: Monday, September 14th, 2026 ADDRESS: 14200 Flat Top Ranch Rd OWNER: Trent Trawick COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 AGENT: Ricca Keepers ZONING: LA LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 258 BLK A STEINER RANCH PHS 1 SEC 6C VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code: Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (C)(2) (a) from impervious requirements to increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 25 percent or less from 20 percent (maximum allowed) to 26 percent (requested) and Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to decrease the impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent from 2% to 0% (requested) SUMMARY: complete a remodel addition ISSUES: easement on property causing overage of impervious coverage ZONING LAND USES Site LA; 2-mi ETJ North LA; 2-mi ETJ South LA; 2-mi ETJ East West 2-mi ETJ LA Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: 2222 Coalition of Neighborhood Associations, Inc Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Long Canyon Homeowners Assn Steiner Ranch Community Association ITEM04/1 August 26, 2026 Ricca Keepers 14200 Flat Top Ranch Rd Austin TX, 78732 Property Description: LOT 258 BLK A STEINER RANCH PHS 1 SEC 6C Re: C15-2026-0034 Dear Ricca, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-551-C-2 and 25-2-551-E-2 at 14200 FLAT TOP RANCH ROAD Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashley Robinson, Planner III Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM04/2 (cid:2)(cid:3)(cid:4)(cid:1) (cid:1)(cid:8)(cid:6)(cid:2)(cid:4)(cid:3)(cid:5)(cid:7) (cid:11)(cid:4)(cid:10)(cid:15)(cid:5)(cid:3)(cid:4)(cid:12)(cid:6)(cid:4)(cid:9)(cid:2)(cid:10)(cid:13)(cid:7)(cid:4)(cid:8)(cid:14) (cid:16)(cid:17)(cid:1) (cid:32)(cid:16)(cid:17)(cid:37)(cid:11)(cid:35)(cid:38)(cid:18)(cid:19)(cid:1)(cid:50) (cid:42) (cid:12)(cid:39)(cid:48)(cid:46)(cid:30)(cid:51)(cid:43) (cid:20)(cid:21)(cid:22)(cid:14)(cid:36) (cid:33)(cid:9)(cid:15)(cid:8)(cid:31)(cid:7)(cid:26) (cid:13)(cid:34)(cid:23)(cid:24)(cid:29)(cid:44)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:27) (cid:28)(cid:6)(cid:10) (cid:3)(cid:2)(cid:41)(cid:4)(cid:5)(cid:47)(cid:40)(cid:49)(cid:45) (cid:3)(cid:22)(cid:7)(cid:24)(cid:9) (cid:22)(cid:12) (cid:2)(cid:10)(cid:27)(cid:25)(cid:26)(cid:19)(cid:11)(cid:20)(cid:26) (cid:4)(cid:11)(cid:20)(cid:11)(cid:24)(cid:7)(cid:17)(cid:1)(cid:5)(cid:7)(cid:24)(cid:16)(cid:14)(cid:20)(cid:13) (cid:6)(cid:7)(cid:24)(cid:14)(cid:7)(cid:20)(cid:8)(cid:11) (cid:2)(cid:23)(cid:23)(cid:18)(cid:14)(cid:8)(cid:7)(cid:26)(cid:15)(cid:22)(cid:21) (cid:22)(cid:35)(cid:67)(cid:35)(cid:42)(cid:54)(cid:7)(cid:48)(cid:36)(cid:51)(cid:65)(cid:21)(cid:27)(cid:28)(cid:6)(cid:32)(cid:54)(cid:49) (cid:24) (cid:25)(cid:38)(cid:54)(cid:52)(cid:35) (cid:16)(cid:9)(cid:10) (cid:1)(cid:54)(cid:55) (cid:18)(cid:11)(cid:14)(cid:4)(cid:20)(cid:19)(cid:17)(cid:5)(cid:15)(cid:8)(cid:8)(cid:8) (cid:54)(cid:66)(cid:63)(cid:62)(cid:12)(cid:33)(cid:35)(cid:21)(cid:66)(cid:60)(cid:45)(cid:46)(cid:53)(cid:2) (cid:23)(cid:54)(cid:56) (cid:61)(cid:66)(cid:31)(cid:57)(cid:59)(cid:64)(cid:64)(cid:29)(cid:43) (cid:30)(cid:52)(cid:33) (cid:37)(cid:35)(cid:35) (cid:39)(cid:52)(cid:37)(cid:54)(cid:58)(cid:50)(cid:30)(cid:63)(cid:40)(cid:54)(cid:52)(cid:3) (cid:62)(cid:35)(cid:35) (cid:30)(cid:66)(cid:62)(cid:63)(cid:41)(cid:52)(cid:63)(cid:35)(cid:68)(cid:30)(cid:62) (cid:26)(cid:13)(cid:12)(cid:63)(cid:30)(cid:44)(cid:34)(cid:35)(cid:67)(cid:35)(cid:44)(cid:54)(cid:47) …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0035 BOA DATE: Monday, September 14th, 2026 ADDRESS: 4523 Avenue G OWNER: Victoria Goodman & Mark Sainsbury COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: N/A ZONING: SF-3-NCCD-NP (Hyde Park NP) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 4 *& N 40FT OF LOT 5 & S 47.5FT LOT 3 BLK 1 HYDE PARK ANNEX VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height from eight (8’) feet (maximum allowed) to nine feet (9’) (requested) (6 ft. solid + 3 ft. trellis) SUMMARY: maintain an 8 ft fence ISSUES: swimming pool ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-3-NCCD-NP SF-3-NCCD-NP SF-3-NCCD-NP SF-3-NCCD-NP SF-3-NCCD-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Friends of Hyde Park Homeless Neighborhood Association Hyde Park Neighborhood Assn. Hyde Park Neighborhood Plan Contact Team North Austin Neighborhood Alliance Preservation Austin ITEM05/1 August 27, 2026 Victoria Goodman 4523 Avenue G Austin TX, 78751 Property Description: LOT 4 *& N 40FT OF LOT 5 & S 47.5FT LOT 3 BLK 1 HYDE PARK ANNEX Re: C15-2026-0035 Dear Victoria, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-899 at 4523 AVENUE G. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements, which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashley Robinson, Planner III Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM05/2 ITEM05/3 ITEM05/4 ITEM05/5 Section 3: Applicant Certificate I affirm that my statements contained in the complete application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. Applicant Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: _____________ Applicant Name (typed or printed): ___________________________________________________ Applicant Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: _______ Phone (will be public information): ______________________________________ Email (optional – will be public information): ____________________________________________ …
NEW FENCE LOOKING FROM NORTH NEIGHBOR (marked in red on survey) ITEM05/14 NEIGHBOR’S FENCE AT 4527 AVE G approx. same height (9 ft) as new fence for which we are applying for a variance (shown on right of image). “…will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property…” ITEM05/15 ITEM05/16 ITEM05/17 ITEM05/18
Variance request: fencing at 4523 Avenue G Victoria Goodman & Mark Sainsbury Owners ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION Background: pool • Because of the pool we built, we constructed a new fence along our southern and eastern boundaries for which we received variance C15-2009-0013 (unanimous approval). • Along our eastern boundary the total height of the 2009 fence is 9 feet: 6 feet solid topped by 3 feet ornamental trellis. • When we acquired the immediately adjacent property to our north, we extended the eastern fence and continued it along our northern boundary, with an exactly matching 9 foot fence: 6 feet solid topped by 3 feet ornamental trellis. • That is the fence for which we now seek a variance. ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION Photos ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION ITEM05/6-PRESENTATION ITEM05/7-PRESENTATION ITEM05/8-PRESENTATION ITEM05/9-PRESENTATION ITEM05/10-PRESENTATION ITEM05/11-PRESENTATION Justification • We have an in-ground swimming pool, with no cover, and open all year. • The 9 foot fence has prevented children accessing the pool and possibly harming themselves. • A lower fence would be less safe. ITEM05/12-PRESENTATION Good fences make good neighbors • We consulted our immediate neighbors before construction and they were, and, as the letters we’ve submitted show, still are, enthusiastic: they regard the new fence as a great improvement. • We hope we can keep it. ITEM05/13-PRESENTATION
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0036 BOA DATE: Monday, September 14th, 2026 ADDRESS: 4107 Lakeplace Ln OWNER: Erin Deal Booth COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8 AGENT: Armbrust & Brown – Richard T Suttle Jr ZONING: LA LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 112 LAKE SHORE ADDN PLUS PT VAC ST VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code: Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(3) (a) to permit a tram (mechanical pedestrian access) and Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (E)(2) to permit 260 square feet development on a slope with a gradient of more than 35% SUMMARY: maintain an existing tram ISSUES: topography, mature trees, & shoreline setback area restrictions ZONING LAND USES Site LA North LA South LA East West LA; 2 mi ETJ LA; 2 mi ETJ Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council City of Rollingwood Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Preservation Austin Save Our Springs Alliance ITEM06/1 August 24, 2026 Amanda Morrow 4107 Lakeplace Ln Austin TX, 78746 Property Description: LOT 112 LAKE SHORE ADDN PLUS PT VAC ST Re: C15-2026-0036 Dear Amanda, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from – LDC 25-2-551(B)(3)(a) and LDC 25- 2-551(E)(2) at address 4107 LakePlace Ln, Austin, Texas, 78746. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements, which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Project Assistant Austin Energy Infrastructure Support Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8400 ITEM06/2 ITEM06/3 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: 1. Variance from Section 25-2-551 B) 3)(a Lake Austin District Re ulations to permit mechanical pedestrian access in a Lake Austin ("LA") zoning district. 2. Variance from Section 25-2-551 (E)(2) (Lake Austin District Regulations) to permit develop111eI1t 011 a slope witlr a g1adient of I110Ie tliarr …
C15-2026-0036 4107 Lakeplace Lane ITEM06/1-PRESENTATION ITEM06/2-PRESENTATION Existing tram was constructed in approximately 2001 by a previous owner. ITEM06/3-PRESENTATION ITEM06/4-PRESENTATION ITEM06/5-PRESENTATION ITEM06/6-PRESENTATION Variances Requested: 1. Variance from Section 25-2-551(B)(3)(a) (Lake Austin District Regulations) to permit mechanical pedestrian ("LA") zoning district. access in a Lake Austin 2. Variance from Section 25-2-551(E)(2) (Lake Austin District Regulations) to permit development on a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent. ITEM06/7-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Reasonable Use: The zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: The shoreline setback area restrictions and additional development standards based on slope gradient regulations are only applicable to properties zoned Lake Austin residence district ("LA") and do not apply to other zoning districts along Lake Austin. Without the variances the property owner would not be able to access all areas of the property. ITEM06/8-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Hardship: a. The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: The topography of the property between the residence and Lake Austin is steeply sloped and varies from 35% to over 1,500% with a vertical drop in excess of 60 feet which makes it extremely difficult to access the entire property without a tram. ITEM06/9-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: Hardship: b. The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: The property sits on a sheer vertical cliff verses rolling slopes that are more common along Lake Austin. There is also an abundance of large, mature tress that are heavily concentrated along the lake side. ITEM06/10-PRESENTATION Variances Findings: 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: These variances would not alter the character of adjacent properties nor impair their use of their own property because the tram is located within a heavily vegetated area and cannot be seen by the adjacent neighbors. LA zoning allows for roads and driveways to be located within the shoreline setback area with a gradient of more than 35%, but due to the extreme topography on the subject property, these types of improvements are not feasible. A tram is required to access all of the property. ITEM06/11-PRESENTATION
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET ITEM07/1 CASE: C15-2026-0037 BOA DATE: Monday, September 14th, 2026 ADDRESS: 714 Post Oak St OWNER: Soren Aandahl COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: Shesh Aandahl ZONING: SF-3-NP (Bouldin Creek) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 10 CONVENIENT COURTS VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) (J)(4) from gross floor area requirements to increase unit size from 2,300 square feet (maximum allowed) to 2,886 square feet (requested). SUMMARY: enclose an existing balcony to create new, conditioned bedroom space. ISSUES: small lot, partially in both the 25-year & 100-year floodplain Site North South East West ZONING SF-3-NP SF-3-NP; MF-3-ETOD- DBETOD-NP SF-3-NP SF-3-NP; MF-3-ETOD- DBETOD-NP SF-3-NP LAND USES Single-Family Single-Family; Multi-Family Single-Family Single-Family; Multi-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Plan Contact Team Bouldin Creek Zoning Committee Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Preservation Austin South Central Coalition ITEM07/2 August 24, 2026 Heidi Goebel 714 Post Oak St Austin TX, 78704 Property Description: LOT 10 CONVENIENT COURTS Re: C15-2026-0037 Dear Heidi, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from – LDC, Section 25-2-779 at address 714 Post Oak St. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements, which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Project Assistant Austin Energy Infrastructure Support Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512)972-8400 ITEM07/3 ITEM07/4 (cid:39)(cid:82)(cid:70)(cid:88)(cid:86)(cid:76)(cid:74)(cid:81)(cid:3)(cid:40)(cid:81)(cid:89)(cid:72)(cid:79)(cid:82)(cid:83)(cid:72)(cid:3)(cid:44)(cid:39)(cid:29)(cid:3)(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:38)(cid:21)(cid:38)(cid:25)(cid:21)(cid:27)(cid:16)(cid:23)(cid:22)(cid:23)(cid:39)(cid:16)(cid:27)(cid:26)(cid:41)(cid:38)(cid:16)(cid:27)(cid:19)(cid:19)(cid:38)(cid:16)(cid:36)(cid:38)(cid:19)(cid:25)(cid:25)(cid:37)(cid:26)(cid:36)(cid:20)(cid:25)(cid:25)(cid:40)(cid:3) ITEM07/5 (cid:36)(cid:85)(cid:72)(cid:68)(cid:3)(cid:38)(cid:75)(cid:68)(cid:85)(cid:68)(cid:70)(cid:87)(cid:72)(cid:85)(cid:3) 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Variance Presentation for Case Number C15-0037/714 Post Oak St. Meeting date September 14, 2026 Good evening. My name is Ms. Shesh Aandahl. Photo #1. The subject house is highlighted. The variance is a request to make the existing balcony into bedroom conditioned space. Photo #2. This is the front view of the house. It’s cute. Photo #3. house on the right varies from three to two stories. This is the rear view of the house. The house to the left is a one story. The Photo #4. The backyard faces a creek and is green year around. Photo #5. The space is just over 5 feet wide. This is the only part of the second floor balcony that is visible to a neighbor. First, the good news about this variance is that it is simply changing already existing balcony space to conditioned bedroom space. Second, this change can only be seen minutely by the neighbor in the three story home next door. Third, this request complies with all LDC setback codes. The footprint of the house is not being expanded at all. Fourth, there will be no nature, home characteristics, or neighborhood alterations or impacts. Fifth, this request complies with LDC Code #25-2-779, Small Lot Single Family Residential Use, subsections (D) #9, maximum building coverage of 55 percent, and (J) #1, #2 and #3. However, subsection (J) #4 makes the gross floor area stipulated in subsections (D) #9 and (J) #3 unavailable. Please help us rectify this hardship. Thank you. ITEM07/1-PRESENTATION #1 ITEM07/2-PRESENTATION #2 ITEM07/3-PRESENTATION #3 ITEM07/4-PRESENTATION #4 ITEM07/5-PRESENTATION #5 ITEM07/6-PRESENTATION
BOA Monthly Report July 2026-June 2027 August 10, 2026 Granted 4 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback 2. 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. 4. 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations)(D) from lot size requirements to decrease minimum lot size Postponed 1 1. 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 5 AUG 2026 Interpretations AUG 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added AUG10# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 5 4 0 0 10 Board members absent: Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Haseeb Abdullah (1 vacant alternate position) July 13, 2026 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. Postponed 3 (due to only 9 board members present-voting purposes) 1. 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 5 JUL 2026 Interpretations JUL 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added JUL13# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 1 3 0 0 5 Board members absent: Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Maggie Shahrestani, Michael Von Ohlen (1 vacant alternate position)
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, July 13, 2026 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jeffery Bowen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:36 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jeffery Bowen-Chair, Haseeb Abdullah, Melissa Hawthorne, Corry Archer-McClellan-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sameer S Birring, Bianca A. Medina-Leal (late 5:43pm), Yung-ju Kim, Brian Poteet, Suzanne Valentine-Alternate Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Maggie Shahrestani-Vice Chair, Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Michael Von Ohlen APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on May 11, 2026 On-Line Link: May 11, 2026 draft minutes The minutes from the meeting on May 11, 2026, were approved on Board Member Melissa Hawthorne, Board Member Haseeb Abdullah second, on 8-0 Vote (Board member Bianca Medina-Leal-no vote-late). PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Item02 C15-2026-0023, Item04 C15-2026-0027 and Item05 C15-2026-0021 all postponed to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (9 board members only). New variance cases: 2. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. 3. C15-2026-0024 Linda Sullivan for Bennett Leventhal & Young Shin Kim 3408 Mount Bonnell Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; NO PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% (maximum allowed) to 51% (requested), existing (56.25%), in order to complete a remodel/addition in an “SF-3”, Single-Family Residence zoning district. The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 05 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to July 13, 2026, Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JULY 13, 2026. July 13, 2026: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. 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: ITEM02/1 (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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM02/2 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 03 DATE: Monday June 8, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___-____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) OUT ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM02 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0023 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Samantha Riddell OWNER: John L Lohr ADDRESS: 2205 QUARRY RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. FINDING: ITEM03/1 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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM03/2 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0023 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 2205 Quarry Rd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: John L Lohr AGENT: Samantha Riddell ZONING: SF-3-NP (WANG) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: E 64.5 FT OF LOT 4 BLK 2 WESTFIELD A VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested). SUMMARY: rebuild a detached garage ISSUES: mature trees; existing garage in same location …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday July 13, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0027 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) OUT ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___-____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) OUT ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___-____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) OUT ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Jacob Rogers OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink ADDRESS: 6302 SHADOW VALLEY DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The property contains an existing residential swimming pool and decking that have served the site for many years. The pool and deck are deteriorated, leaking, and failing. Strict application of the current impervious cover regulations would prevent replacement of this established improvement. The requested variance allows continued reasonable residential use without increasing the property's development intensity. The project does not add impervious cover. The property currently contains approximately 7,280 square feet of impervious cover, and the replacement pool and decking will remain within the existing footprint. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: ITEM04/1 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 Jeffery Bowen Chairman forITEM04/2 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0027 BOA DATE: Monday, July 13th, 2026 ADDRESS: 6302 Shadow Valley Dr COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink AGENT: Denali Pools -Jacob Rogers ZONING: SF-3 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 28 HIGHLAND HILLS SEC 9 PHS 2 VARIANCE REQUEST: LDC, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. from 45% & 6,008 square feet (maximum allowed) to 54.5% & 7,280 square feet (requested) SUMMARY: remodel/addition of a pool and deck ISSUES: topography, protected trees, & utility easements ZONING LAND …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0029 BOA DATE: Monday, August 10th, 2026 ADDRESS: 3011 Westlake Dr OWNER: Agustin Gonzalez COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8 AGENT: Jon Fichter – Aqua Permits ZONING: LA LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 71 PLUS ADJ PT LAKE SHORE ADDN VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) (A) (1) to increase the dock length from 30 feet (required) to fifty feet (50’) (requested). SUMMARY: erect a Boat Dock ISSUES: shallow ZONING LAND USES LA Site North LA South LA LA East LA West Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Lake Austin Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council City of Rollingwood Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Preservation Austin Save Our Springs Alliance The Island on Westlake Owners Association ITEM05/1 July 23, 2026 Stephen Hawkins 3011 Westlake Dr Austin TX, 78746 Property Description: LOT 71 PLUS ADJ PT LAKE SHORE ADDN Re: C15-2026-0029 Dear Stephen, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from LDC, Section 25-2-1175 at 3011 Westlake Dr. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements, which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashleigh Woolf, Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, Texas 78723 (512) 972-8400 ITEM05/2 ITEM05/3 ITEM05/4 ITEM05/5 ITEM05/6 July 22nd, 2026 Board of Adjustment P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Re: Variance for 3011 Westlake Drive from LDC 25-2-1176(A)(1) to allow for extending of a boat dock greater than 30’ from shoreline. Dear Board Members, This letter provides clarification concerning case C15-2026-0029, which relates to site plan SP-2025-0386D. The plan proposes replacing an existing boat dock with a new boat dock that will comply with current code. The variance request is to construct a boat dock at a distance greater than 30 feet from the shoreline, a measure deemed necessary …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2026-0031 BOA DATE: Monday, August 10th, 2026 ADDRESS: 507 Elmwood Pl OWNER: Cater Joseph COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: Michael R McHone ZONING: MF-4-NP (Hancock) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 53 OLT 1 DIV X COLLEGE COURT + 1/2 DRIVEWAY RESERVE VARIANCE REQUEST: Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations) (D) from lot size requirements to decrease minimum lot size from 8,000 square feet (required) to 6,804 square feet (requested). SUMMARY: erect two duplexes ISSUES: change in zoning regulations from 1911 developed as compliant “B” zoned property & 1984 requirement of an MF-4 lot to be minimum of 8,000 sq. ft. and at least 4 units. ZONING LAND USES Site MF-4-NP North MF-4-NP South MF-4-NP East MF-4-NP West MF-4-NP Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family Multi-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council CANPAC (Central Austin Neigh Plan Area Committee) Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Homeless Neighborhood Association Preservation Austin University Area Partners ITEM06/1 July 24, 2026 Mike Mchone 507 Elmwood Pl Austin TX, 78705 Property Description: LOT 53 OLT 1 DIV X COLLEGE COURT + 1/2 DRIVEWAY RESERVE Re: C15-2026-0031 Dear Mike, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-492 at 507 ELMWOOD PLACE. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. All signage will need to stay out of Austin Energy easements and 5’ from existing underground electric lines. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Ashley Robinson, Planner III Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050 ITEM06/2 ITEM06/3 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: LDC 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations MF -4 Minimum Lot size 8,000 Sq ft. Lot platted in 1911 and zoned B multifamily size by TCAD 6804 + 1/2 Driveway Reserve (270 sq ft) requested variance is for existing land area to be legally developed Section 2:_ …
BOA Monthly Report July 2026-June 2027 July 13, 2026 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. Postponed 3 (due to only 9 board members present-voting purposes) 1. 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback Withdrawn Denied 0 0 Discussion Items 5 JUL 2026 Interpretations JUL 2026 BAAP 0 new inquiries 0 (Added JUL13# 2026) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items 1 3 0 0 5 Board members absent: Tommy Ates, Jessica Cohen (resigned), Maggie Shahrestani, Michael Von Ohlen (1 vacant alternate position)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MONDAY, August 10, 2026 AT 5:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Elaine Ramirez at 512-974-2202 or email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jeffery Bowen (Chair) ___Margaret Shahrestani (Vice-Chair) ___Haseeb Abdullah ___Thomas Ates ___Sameer S Birring ___ Jessica Cohen ___ Melissa Hawthorne ___Yung-ju Kim ___Bianca A Medina-Leal ___Brian Poteet ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Corry L Archer-McClellan (Alternate) ___Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Regular meeting on July 13, 2026 On-Line Link: ITEM01 July 13, 2026 draft minutes PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases Previous Postponed cases: 2. C15-2026-0021 George Siddall 2101 Arpdale Street On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single- Family zoning district 3. C15-2026-0023 Samantha Riddell for John L Lohr 2205 Quarry Road On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to …
C15-2026-0021 / 2101 Arpdale St George Siddall additional presentation for August 10, 2026, BOA Meeting ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION The house was built in 1950 on an unusually narrow corner lot (about 57 feet wide where most lots are more than 60 feet), which restricts the buildable area. The house was set back only 12 feet from the side street rather than the current requirement of 15 feet, and there is no other location for a driveway. The layout has minimal impervious cover and maximizes space for trees and gardening. Vehicles in the short drive are damaged by sun and acidic discharge and shedding of limbs from the large protected pecan tree next to the drive. The awning provides protection from sun damage, hail damage or other related weather damage, and keeps the acidic droppings from the pecan tree off vehicles as demonstrated in the image below. The area of the driveway stained by the pecan tree is on the left. ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION 2101 Arpdale, view of driveway on Ann Arbor Most properties in the area are wider and require only a 5-foot side setback, allowing covered parking or awnings at least 12 feet deep alongside the house. Examples are shown in the photos beginning on page 4. In storms in May and June this year, broken tree limbs fell on at least ten properties within a block of 2101 Arpdale. Most of those properties have covered parking 5 feet or less from the side boundary, protecting vehicles from damage. In the case of 2101 Arpdale, strict adherence to the additional side setback denies the owner the reasonable protection of driveway parking that is otherwise code compliant and available to other properties in the area. The presentation submitted at the Board’s hearing on June 8, 2026, and the letter from the Zilker Neighborhood Association contain more information regarding possible code changes that could be relevant to this case. ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Variance case C15-2026-0021, examples of covered parking near 2101 Arpdale ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION ITEM02/5-PRESENTATION ITEM02/6-PRESENTATION ITEM02/7-PRESENTATION
DENALI POOLS Board of Adjustment Variance Request 6302 Shadow Valley Drive August 10th, 2026 Jacob Rogers, Agent for Denali Pools On behalf of Paul & Heather Fink ITEM04/1-PRESENTATION The Property Lot 28, Highland Hills Section 9, Phase 2 | Zoning: SF-3 Address 6302 Shadow Valley Drive, Austin, TX 78731 Lot Size 13,353 SF Original Pool Built 1976 — predates current Land Development Code Impervious Cover Limit 45% (6,008 SF) under SF-3 zoning Site survey — Hodgkiss Surveying, 11/24/2020 ITEM04/2-PRESENTATION The Pool Is Failing Original 1976 structure — cracked shell, can no longer hold water Structural cracking throughout the pool shell Heaving and separation at the deck joints Chronic water loss — cannot be repaired further Deteriorating stone retaining wall and surrounding hardscape A 50-year-old structure at the end of its serviceable life. ITEM04/3-PRESENTATION Deterioration in Detail Current condition of the pool and deck Algae accumulation, organic debris, and visible wear on the coping and decking are consistent with a shell that has been slowly failing for years and can no longer maintain proper water chemistry. ITEM04/4-PRESENTATION Mature Protected Trees Constrain the Lot Three large Live Oaks limit where a pool can be built Tree #1 — 42.5" Live Oak Tree #2 — 35" Live Oak Tree #6 — 32" Live Oak These are large, established trees — decades old and protected under the City's tree ordinance. Their critical root zones (shown in green) surround the existing pool on three sides, leaving no reasonable alternate location on the lot. ITEM04/5-PRESENTATION Why the Existing Footprint Is the Only Option Two site-specific factors leave no alternative to rebuilding where the pool already sits: 1. Mature protected trees Three large Live Oaks and their root zones occupy most of the remaining usable yard, ruling out relocating the pool elsewhere on the lot. 2. Steep topography The survey shows significant grade change across the lot; the existing pool sits on the one graded, buildable area. Together, these constraints mean the only realistic path forward is to demolish and rebuild in the exact same footprint. ITEM04/6-PRESENTATION What We're Proposing Demolish the failing 1976 pool and rebuild in the exact same footprint. No expansion of the pool or decking No new impervious surface — zero net change in coverage Same location as the pool that has existed since 1976 Modern, code-compliant pool with required safety barriers Pool equipment relocated into the existing garage ITEM04/7-PRESENTATION Impervious Coverage Analysis …
BOA Variance Presentation 3011 Westlake Drive Boat Dock Property Address 3011 Westlake Drive Austin, TX 78746 Case Information Case No: C1520260029 Site Plan: SP20250368D Presenter Jon Fichter Aqua Permits ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION Property Overview 1750 Channel Road This GIS aerial view establishes the property lines, tract boundaries, and neighboring shoreline context for the variance request. ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION Variance Request Details Seeking Variance From To Allow For LDC 2521176A1 Proposed New Boat Dock "A dock may extend up to 30 feet from the shoreline [into the lake], except that the director may require a dock to extend a lesser or greater distance from the shoreline if deemed necessary to ensure navigation safety." The permitting and construction of a NEW boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline into the lake to ensure safety and navigability. ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION Property GIS Aerials 3011 Westlake Drive ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION Property Site Overview 3011 Westlake Drive Existing Dock & Site Status 84ʼ 4ˮ Existing) ➔ 50ʼ 0ˮ Proposed) REDUCED BY 34ʼ 4ˮ 40% SHORTER ● ● ● ● GIS Aerial View: Shown here is the site as seen today in an image taken from City of Austin GIS. Dock History: Constructed in the 1970s and is a grandfathered structure. Shoreline Reach: The existing boat dock extends 84ʼ 4ˮ from the shoreline. Planned Upgrade: Being replaced with a safer, code-compliant new dock. ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION Neighboring Docks Context 3011 Westlake Drive Depth & Setback Analysis Shallow Shoreline Constraints ●Neighboring Context: The image displays existing docks to the east and west of 3011 Westlake Dr. ●Extension Greater Than 30ʼ: Docks in this area extend greater than 30ʼ from the shoreline to reach navigable water. ●Navigation Depth: Modern vessels require ≥ 4 ft. of draft; water is too shallow inside the standard 30ʼ setback. ITEM05/6-PRESENTATION ●Code Restriction: LDC 2521176A6) limits boat docks to 30ʼ from the shoreline, which is highly insufficient for safe navigation. ●Shallow Conditions: Due to natural shallow lake conditions, the dock must extend further out to guarantee safe vessel draft. ●25 Cubic Yd Dredge: Local code limits dredging to 25 cubic yards. The required depth cannot be achieved by dredging without far exceeding the allotted amount. ITEM05/7-PRESENTATION Proposed Site Plan & Variance 3011 Westlake Drive Proposed Dock & Variance ● ● ● ● 50ʼ0ˮ Slip Length: Proposed site plan SP20250368D, currently in review) features a new boat dock extending 50ʼ0ˮ from the shoreline. Functionality: This new dock is designed to remain fully functional for …
Case Number: C15-2026-0031 Board of Adjustment 8/10/2026 Richard & David Crowley 10705 Fountainbleu Circle Austin, TX 78750 Property owners of 604 Elmwood (Elmwood Park Place LLC) Daytime phone: Comments: I object to this adjustment on the following grounds • parking for 4 vehicles should be included on any site plan that includes a variance/adjustment • Street parking should not be further exasperated by increasing density of this property • Trash receptacle storage on site should also be required. Trash bins are often left permanently on the street due to lack of provision on property. ITEM06/1
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM 02 DATE: Monday August 10, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0021 __-_____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT __Y_____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) __-_____Jessica Cohen (D3) RESIGNED __Y_____Yung-ju Kim (D4) __Y_____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) __-_____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) OUT __Y_____Sameer S Birring (D7) __Y_____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) __Y_____Brian Poteet (D9) __Y_____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) __Y_____Jeffery L Bowen (M) __Y_____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) __Y_____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) _______VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: George Siddall OWNER: George Siddall ADDRESS: 2101 ARPDALE STREET VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) (D) from setback requirements for a street side setback of 15 feet (required) to 0 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Carport in a “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to postpone to July 13, 2026, Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JULY 13, 2026. July 13, 2026: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. August 10, 2026: The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve to 0 feet setback, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; GRANTED. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: Strict adherence to the 15-foot side setback does not allow for reasonable use of covered unenclosed parking besides the house in a manner common throughout the neighborhood. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: the house was built in 1950 due to the orientation of the house on corner lot with curb cut for the driveway side street and location of the heritage tree pecan tree the location of the carport is limited and nowhere else to put in except location where it is on. (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: most properties are wider and require only 5-foot side setbacks allowing covered parking or awnings at least 12 feet deep alongside the house. 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM03 DATE: Monday August 10, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0023 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) RESIGNED ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___-____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) OUT ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Samantha Riddell OWNER: John L Lohr ADDRESS: 2205 QUARRY RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-515 (Rear Yard of a Through Lot) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback (adjacent to W 12th St) from 25 feet (required) to 20 feet (requested) in order to rebuild a detached garage in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West Austin Neighborhood Group) Note: Per LDC 25-2-515 Rear Yard of Through Lot for a Through Lot, a rear yard must comply with the minimum requirements applicable to a front yard. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. August 10, 2026 The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen’s motion to approve, Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 10-0 votes; GRANTED. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: the owner is unable to rebuild a detached garage in the same location where it existed for decades before being destroyed by the fire, current setback requirements prohibit construction within the prior footprint, despite the structure having historically functioned safely and approximately within the property lines and with minimal impact on exiting trees. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: the hardship results from the specific placement of mature trees on the property which limit the buildable area for accessory structures, the prior detached garage occupied its location for several decades and was destroyed by fire, rebuilding the garage in its historical location is the only feasible option that avoids substantial disturbance of the root zones of one heritage tree and two mature trees, relocating the garage to meet the current setback would require impact within …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet ITEM04 DATE: Monday August 10, 2026 CASE NUMBER: C15-2026-0027 ___-____Thomas Ates (D1) OUT ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___-____Jessica Cohen (D3) RESIGNED ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___-____Haseeb Abdullah (D6) OUT ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___Y____Corry L Archer-MccClellan (Alternate) (M) ___Y____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Jacob Rogers OWNER: Paul & Heather Fink ADDRESS: 6302 SHADOW VALLEY DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The property contains an existing residential swimming pool and decking that have served the site for many years. The pool and deck are deteriorated, leaking, and failing. Strict application of the current impervious cover regulations would prevent replacement of this established improvement. The requested variance allows continued reasonable residential use without increasing the property's development intensity. The project does not add impervious cover. The property currently contains approximately 7,280 square feet of impervious cover, and the replacement pool and decking will remain within the existing footprint. BOARD’S DECISION: Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to postpone to August 10, 2026, due to lack of quorum for voting purposes (only 9 board members), Board member Haseeb Abdullah second on 9-0 votes; POSTPONED TO AUGUST 10, 2026. AUGUST 10, 2026 The public hearing was closed by Chair Jeffery Bowen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne’s motion to approve tie to Advanced Packet page 04/11, Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on 10-0 votes; GRANTED TIE TO ADVANCED PACKET PAGE 04/11. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: structure built 1978, at the time allowed 55% impervious coverage, property contains existing residential swimming pool and decking that served this site for many years, and as it has deteriorated the ordinance does not allow for reasonable use. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: shared driveway with its adjacent neighbors, large trees and topography towards rear of this site, there isn’t a reasonable alternative. (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: it’s already built and is existing house pool, the topography in back utility easements and tree make it very difficult to have different configurations. 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the …
