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From: To: Subject: Date: Patrick Goetz Ramirez, Elaine Case #C15-2021-0101 Tuesday, December 07, 2021 10:06:31 AM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi - I'm writing to state that I SUPPORT the requested variance. The LDC Section 25-2-1063 is one of the primary reasons Austin has the among the highest housing costs in the nation. In the absence of a new, more inclusive LDC, we have to do the best that we can. Thank you. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. D-2/1-LATE BACKUP D-2/2-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Brian Poteet Ramirez, Elaine In support of C15-2021-0101 Friday, December 10, 2021 3:07:10 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi Elaine, I can't attend the meeting next week, but I would like to voice my support for the variance request for the property at 403/201 East Koenig Ln and 5613 Avenue F. Here are a few reasons I think the variance should be approved: The city is behind on its housing goals (both affordable and market rate), and building higher on this lot will get us close to meeting those goals. The property is serviced by two high frequency bus lines. Building more housing on this lot will help the city meet its mode shift goals outlined in the ASMP. The North Loop Neighborhood Association unanimously voted in support of the variance. Personally I don't think this should matter given how unrepresentative the association is of the neighborhood, but I guess that probably matters to some of the commissioners. Compatibility requirements have a huge impact on this site, and it would be a real shame if we let those requirements get in the way of a better project for everyone. Best regards, Brian Poteet North Loop Homeowner CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. D-2/3-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Shannon May Ramirez, Elaine Hangar project at Koenig & F Sunday, December 12, 2021 9:58:46 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Case # C15-2021-0101 - 403/201 Ms. Ramirez, I’m writing to express my strong support for the height variance requested for the Hangar project at Koenig and Avenue F. I was not happy about the project as it was originally proposed, but SECO has been very involved with the neighborhood association and has made good faith efforts to address our many concerns. So much so that their presentation of the current design won unanimous support from the association, no easy feat. I feel very strongly that the design before you is our best hope to have the lot responsibly developed in a way that pleases the most neighbors. I am three lots down from 56th and it will be in my line of sight, I have spoken with neighbors who live along 56th, and as people with vested interest, we want the height variance in order to achieve our other goals. Further, I’ve found that every neighbor I have conversed with that wished to protest the variance has not been privy to the months of work and compromise between SECO, PARD and the NL Association. Their full knowledge comes from the notice received in the mail that has no context, only a statement of height change request. Once I’ve shared some background, most have appreciated why the variance is desired and that it’s in our best interest. If the variance is not approved, we will lose contiguous park space, we will have parking garages face our homes, and we will be receiving little to no benefit from the development. Only heavier traffic in a traffic-challenged area. I would be very sorry to end up with another complex like Koenig Flats on this lot. The Flats design is a detriment to our neighborhood for a list of reasons. And it exists as it does because the original developer backed out after a group of neighbors overruled the support of the neighborhood association in their height variance request. Please grant the variance so that the neighbors (especially immediate neighbors) and the developer can all receive what we need to live happily with the completed project. Many thanks, Shannon May 5512 Avenue F 469-235-6553 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. D-2/4-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Meagan Dean Ramirez, Elaine C15-2021-0101 Monday, December 13, 2021 8:37:42 AM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Good Morning Elaine, I’m writing to express my support of the variance request for 402 and 201 E Koenig Lane and 5613 Avenue F. As an immediately adjacent neighbor at 5516 Avenue F, I have been involved with the negotiations at the Neighborhood Association level and the variance allows the developer and the neighborhood to benefit. The developer listened to our concerns and made concessions to address them. The neighborhood benefits in a larger consolidated park, more neighborhood connectivity to the apartments due to the reorientation of the parking garages and increased affordable housing. The difference between 3/4 stories and the planned 5 stories under the variance is a small price to pay for a development that actually benefits the neighborhood in so many ways and we are looking forward to a park in walking distance!! Thanks! Meagan Dean Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. D-2/5-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Dan Solomon Ramirez, Elaine Re: Variance for Hangar project at Ave F and 56th St. Monday, December 13, 2021 9:23:23 AM image001.png *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Understood, thank you! I’m writing to express my support for the variance for the Hangar Project (C15-2021-0101 - 403/201 East Koenig Ln and 5613 Avenue F). I live a few blocks away and walk my dog past the site every day, and would like to see this plan, which includes neighborhood amenities, approved. Thanks, Dan Solomon 304 W 55th St, Austin, TX 78751 On Mon, Dec 13, 2021 at 9:17 AM Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> wrote: Hi Daniel, You can write your comments on the form and e-mail it to me in PDF format. Or you can send it to me in an e-mail, make sure to include the case #, address of variance and then at the bottom where you sign your name make sure to include your address. I have no idea what case this is for as you have not included the address and case # Respectfully, Elaine Ramirez Planner Senior / Board of Adjustment Liaison City of Austin Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, Texas 78752 Office: 512-974-2202 D-2/6-LATE BACKUP PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: DSD Visitor Log. Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure via DSD’s open data portal. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQ’s From: noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov [mailto:noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov] Sent: Monday, December 13, 2021 8:32 AM To: Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Subject: Variance for Hangar project at Ave F and 56th St. This message is from Dan Solomon. [ Dear Ms. Ramírez, I’m writing to express my support for the variance for the Hangar Project at the old Texas Gas Service site on Ave F and 56th St. I live a few blocks away and walk my dog past the site every day, and would like to see this plan, which includes neighborhood amenities, approved. Thanks, Dan Solomon CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. D-2/7-LATE BACKUP