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CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet Item 4 DATE: October 10, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C16-2022-0005 ___-____Thomas Ates OUT ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___-____Agustina Rodriguez OUT ___-____Richard Smith OUT ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Y____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Jaden Rodriguez OWNER: Leo Garcia ADDRESS: 7712 ELROY RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-130 (Commercial Sign District Regulations) (G) (1) from sign height of 30 feet above frontage street pavement grade (maximum allowed) to 40 feet (requested) above frontage street pavement grade in order to provide signage for The Circuit of the Americas in a “PUD”, Planned Unit Development zoning district. Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-130 Commercial Sign District Regulations. (A) This section applies to a commercial sign district. (B) One Freestanding sign is permitted on a lot. Additional freestanding signs may be permitted under Section 25-10-131 (Additional Freestanding Signs Permitted). (G) The sign height may not exceed the greater of: (1) 30 feet above frontage street pavement grade; or (2) 6 feet above grade at the base of the sign. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Melissa Hawthorne motions to postpone to October 10, 2022; Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 10, 2022. Oct 10, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Madam Chair ITEM4/1Jessica Cohen motions to postpone to November 14, 2022; Board member Melissa Hawthorne second on 9-0 vote; POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 14, 2022. FINDING: 1. The variance is necessary because strict enforcement of the Article prohibits and reasonable opportunity to provide adequate signs on the site, considering the unique features of a site such as its dimensions, landscape, or topography, because: OR, 2. The granting of this variance will not have a substantially adverse impact upon neighboring properties, because: OR, 3. The granting of this variance will not substantially conflict with the stated purposes of this sign ordinance, because: AND, 4. Granting a variance would not provide the applicant with a special privilege not enjoyed by others similarly situated or potentially similarly situated, because: ______________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Madam Chair ____________________________ forITEM4/2CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet Item 3 DATE: September 12, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C16-2022-0005 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___-____Agustina Rodriguez (out) ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___Y____Nicholl Wade ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Jaden Rodriguez OWNER: Leo Garcia ADDRESS: 7712 ELROY RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-130 (Commercial Sign District Regulations) (G) (1) from sign height of 30 feet above frontage street pavement grade (maximum allowed) to 40 feet (requested) above frontage street pavement grade in order to provide signage for The Circuit of the Americas in a “PUD”, Planned Unit Development zoning district. Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-130 Commercial Sign District Regulations. (A) This section applies to a commercial sign district. (B) One Freestanding sign is permitted on a lot. Additional freestanding signs may be permitted under Section 25-10-131 (Additional Freestanding Signs Permitted). (G) The sign height may not exceed the greater of: (1) 30 feet above frontage street pavement grade; or (2) 6 feet above grade at the base of the sign. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board member Melissa Hawthorne motions to postpone to October 10, 2022; Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 10, 2022. FINDING: ITEM4/31. The variance is necessary because strict enforcement of the Article prohibits and reasonable opportunity to provide adequate signs on the site, considering the unique features of a site such as its dimensions, landscape, or topography, because: OR, 2. The granting of this variance will not have a substantially adverse impact upon neighboring properties, because: OR, 3. The granting of this variance will not substantially conflict with the stated purposes of this sign ordinance, because: AND, 4. Granting a variance would not provide the applicant with a special privilege not enjoyed by others similarly situated or potentially similarly situated, because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Madam Chair forITEM4/4VARIANCE REQUEST: increase sign height of 30 feet above frontage street pavement grade to 40 feet SIGN REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C16-2022-0005 BOA DATE: September 12th, 2022 ADDRESS: 7712 Elroy Rd OWNER: Leo Garcia COUNCIL DISTRICT: 2 AGENT: Jaden Rodriguez ZONING: PUD LEGAL DESCRIPTION: ABS 797 SUR 5 WESTBROOK T B ACR 9.8026 SUMMARY: erect freestanding sign ISSUES: increased traffic and new intersection ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West PUD PUD PUD 2 mi. ETJ 2 mi. ETJ Planned Unit Development Planned Unit Development Planned Unit Development 2 mi. ETJ 2 mi. ETJ NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Lost and Found Pets Del Valle Community Coalition Elroy Neighborhood Association Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation Onion Creek HOA Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group ITEM4/5August 31, 2022 Jaden Rodriguez 5213 Tucker Hill Ln Cedar Creek, TX 78602 Re: C16-2022-0005 Property Description: ABS 797 SUR 5 WESTBROOK T B ACR 9.8026 Dear Jaden, 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 25-10-130 at 7712 Elroy Road. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that the proposed sign follows Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria (15’ radial clearance from any existing overhead or underground electric facilities), the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. 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. Cody Shook, Planner II Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6881 Cody.Shook@austinenergy.com ITEM4/6C16-2022-0005 12990581 0339410308 PUD Council District: 2 ITEM4/7ITEM4/8ITEM4/9ITEM4/10Property Profile COTA Entry Sign Legend Property Addresses Streets Street Labels Lot Lines Lot Block Lot Line Jurisdictions (No Fill) FULL PURPOSE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION Recorded Subdivision Jurisdictions Fill Jurisdiction FULL PURPOSE EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION Notes 0 150 300 ft 8/4/2022 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the-ground survey. This product has been produced by the City of Austin for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. ITEM4/11ITEM4/12CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS 5 1 2 . 8 8 8 . 9 7 8 8 5 2 1 3 T u c k e r H i l l L n . , C e d a r C r e e k , T X 7 8 6 1 2 w w w . c n d s i g n s . c o m ITEM4/13512.888.9788 www.cndsigns.com PLATE. A/ DOUBLE SIDED ILLUMINATED PYLON SIGN FONT: SQ. FOOTAGE: SCALE: 1/16”=1’-0” SCOPE OF WORK: FABRICATE AND INSTALL ONE (1) INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED 40 FT PYLON SIGN TO SPECIFICATIONS • WELDED 2'' STEEL SQUARE TUBING FRAME WITH .090 ALUMINUM • TOP CABINET WITH STRETCHING ALUMINUM FRAME WITH PANAFLEX FACES OVERLAID WITH TRANSLUCENT VINYL. • INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED CABINET WITH LED. • INSTALL ONE (1) SINGLE SIDED ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER PROVIDED BY COTA. • STEEL SUPPORTS AND FOUNDATION AS PER ENGINEERING. • CLIENT TO PROVIDE REQUIRED ELECTRICAL (POWER) TO RUN THE EMC SIGN WITHIN 6FT OF SIGN LOCATION. • SING REQUIRES A CITY SIGN PERMIT VARIANCE FOR EXTRA 10 FT IN HEIGHT. MINIMUM ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS: TBD (X) 120V 20A DEDICATED CIRCUITS WITHIN 6’ OF SIGN, INSTALLED BY OTHERS NOTE: CONFIRM NUMBER OF CIRCUITS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION MP BLACK Circuit of The Americas 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd. Austin, TX 78617 2 OF 3 220380-1 06/29/22 CND PM Jeg DATE REVISION NOTE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN ONLY FINAL DIMENSIONS DETERMINED AT PRODUCTION. EXISTING NTS NIGHT VIEW RENDERING FOR PRESENTATION PURPOSES ONLY FACING IH 130 ITEM4/14SCALE: 3/32”=1’-0” 21'-2" 2'-6" 16'-2" EMC GALAXY GT6x RGB SINGLE FACE 9'-9" 40'-0" ELEVATION FACING IH 130 SIDE VIEW BACK SIDE 512.888.9788 www.cndsigns.com Circuit of The Americas 9201 Circuit of The Americas Blvd. Austin, TX 78617 3 OF 3 220380-1 06/29/22 CND PM Jeg DATE REVISION NOTE CONCEPTUAL DESIGN ONLY FINAL DIMENSIONS DETERMINED AT PRODUCTION. ITEM4/159201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd • Austin, TX, 78617 HANNAH BALAGIA City of Austin – Development Assistance Center 8/26/2022 Board of Adjustment 505 Barton Springs Rd Austin, TX, 78704 Re: 7712 Elroy Rd. Dear Members: We are seeking a variance to § 25-10-130 - COMMERCIAL SIGN DISTRICT REGULATIONS, which stipulates that a sign may not be higher than 30’ in the zoning for the above location. We hope to increase the height of our new sign to 40’. COTA strives to be a responsible contributor to the local community, and as such we are aware that our events are both beneficial and impactful to the economy and daily activities of our neighbors, from day-to-day changes in traffic to driving future growth. At the same time, recently completed improvements to Elroy Road, intended to raise the road and provide a flood evacuation route, have made this entrance to the facility more significant. The entrance sign is not only a means of identifying the property but also of communicating to our neighbors and others about events and activities that concern them. It is important that this sign is clearly seen. The surrounding topography contributes to a situation where a shorter sign will either fail to stand out on the horizon or be lost behind the roadside trees. Also, a shorter sign may prove distracting to those up close, especially now that the intersection is larger and will be busier. Raising the height of the sign will alleviate both concerns and is not a substantial deviation from the current allowance. Sincerely, Hannah Balagia Signage Coordinator, Circuit of the Americas ITEM4/16CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS 5 1 2 . 8 8 8 . 9 7 8 8 5 2 1 3 T u c k e r H i l l L n . , C e d a r C r e e k , T X 7 8 6 1 2 w w w . c n d s i g n s . c o m ITEM4/17ELROY RD AND KELLAN RD ITEM4/18ELROY RD WEST ITEM4/19ELROY RD WEST ITEM4/20ELROY RD EAST ITEM4/21ELROY RD EAST ITEM4/22Figure 1 View of intersection toward West ITEM4/23Figure 2 View of intersection toward West ITEM4/24Figure 3 View of intersection toward South ITEM4/25Figure 4 View of intersection toward South ITEM4/26Figure 5 View of intersection toward East ITEM4/27Figure 6 View of intersection toward East ITEM4/28Figure 7 View of intersection toward East ITEM4/29Figure 8 View of intersection toward East ITEM4/30Figure 9 View of intersection toward West ITEM4/31Figure 10 View of existing sign from East of intersection ITEM4/32Property Profile 7712 Elroy Rd Contour View Legend PlanimetricSurveyHistoric Contours Year- 2017 2 Ft Contours 10 Ft Contours 10 Ft Contours Zoning 1 Zoning Text Zoning 2 Selected Sign Ordinances Non-conforming Signs Ord Area UNO Signs Ordinance 0 500 1000 ft 8/26/2022 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the-ground survey. This product has been produced by the City of Austin for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. Notes ITEM4/33Property Profile 7712 Elroy Rd Tree Canopy Legend Tree canopy 2018 PlanimetricSurveyHistoric Contours Year- 2017 2 Ft Contours 10 Ft Contours 10 Ft Contours Zoning 1 Zoning Text Zoning 2 Selected Sign Ordinances Non-conforming Signs Ord Area UNO Signs Ordinance 0 500 1000 ft 8/26/2022 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the-ground survey. This product has been produced by the City of Austin for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. Notes ITEM4/34ITEM4/35ITEM4/36ITEM4/37ITEM4/38ITEM4/39ITEM4/40