ITEM03 C16-2022-0004 ADV PACKET DEC 12 PART3

Board of Adjustment – Dec. 12, 2022

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4507 N Interstate 35 Aerial View. Legend 4507 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd In-N-Out Burger Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus ➤➤ N N 1000 ft ITEM3/1154507 N Interstate 35 Aerial View. Legend 4507 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd In-N-Out Burger Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus ➤➤ N N 200 ft ITEM3/1164507 N Interstate 35 View from I-35 and Ramp. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 10 ft ITEM3/1174507 N Interstate 35 Closer View Approaching Second Exit. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 20 ft ITEM3/1184507 N Interstate 35 Second Exit. Legend 4507 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 30 ft ITEM3/1194507 N Interstate 35 Service Road Exit. Legend 4507 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 8.59 ft ITEM3/1204507 N Interstate 35 Approaching from Lower Frontage Road. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 5.67 ft ITEM3/1214507 N Interstate 35 Approaching from Lower Frontage Road. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 20 ft ITEM3/1224507 N Interstate 35 Approaching from Lower Frontage Road. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 0.89 ft ITEM3/1234507 N Interstate 35 Approaching from Lower Frontage Road. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 4.25 ft ITEM3/1244507 N Interstate 35 Airport Boulevard Intersection. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 6.52 ft ITEM3/1254507 N Interstate 35 Airport Boulevard Intersection. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 6.08 ft ITEM3/1264507 N Interstate 35 Service Road Approach. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 10 ft ITEM3/1274507 N Interstate 35 Service Road Approach. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google N➤➤N 7.05 ft ITEM3/1284507 N Interstate 35 Service Road Approach. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google N➤➤N 7.39 ft ITEM3/1294507 N Interstate 35 Reagan and In-N-Out Comparison. Legend 4507 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google ➤➤ N N 9.78 ft ITEM3/130ITEM3/131ITEM3/132ITEM3/13311606 N Interstate 35 Carlson Law. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google N N ➤➤ 8.03 ft ITEM3/13411606 N Interstate 35 Carlson Law Frontage Approximate Measurement. Legend Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus N➤➤N 100 ft ITEM3/135AU STIN TEXAS.GOV AIR PORT L IBR ARY AU STIN EN ER GY AU STIN WATER C ON VEN TION C EN TER VISITOR S BU R EAU Pay Online Services Calendar M Department > Planning > Interactive Development Review Permitting and Inspection Recommended browsers for this website are Google Chrome and Internet Explorer. Apply for Right Of Way Permits / Special Events Home Public Search Issued Construction Permits Apply for Permits/Cases Assign Permit My Permits/Cases My Incomplete Applications My Bills My Licenses My Inspections My Escrow Account My Reports My Profile My Notifications Web Help Login/Register Online Survey External Reviewers Search DevelopmentATX.com Home 1 Page 1 / 1 - Total 11 rows returned. To view permit details, click on the Case/Permit Number PERMIT INFORMATION Reference File Name Permit/Case Description Sub Type / Work Type Status Related Folder 1 2 2018- 086863 PP 2018- 086863 PP Replacement of an existing water yard line for commercial bldg. Commercial / Repair 35 SVRD Final No 2013- 109414 MP 2013- 109414 MP Change of Use and Interior Remodel from Restaurant to Admn/Bus/Prof Offices C-1000 Commercial Remodel / Remodel 11606 N IH 35 SVRD Final Yes Project Name 11606 N IH SB SB ITEM3/136Permit/Case Description Sub Type / Work Type Status Reference File Name Related Folder 2013- 109414 EP 2013- 109414 EP 2013- 109414 BP 2013- 109414 BP 2013- 109042 PR 2013- 109042 PR Change of Use and Interior Remodel from Restaurant to Admn/Bus/Prof Offices Change of Use and Interior Remodel from Restaurant to Admn/Bus/Prof Offices Change of Use and Interior Remodel from Restaurant to Admn/Bus/Prof Offices C-1000 Commercial Remodel / Remodel C-1000 Commercial Remodel / Remodel C-1000 Commercial Remodel / Remodel Final Yes Final Yes Approved Yes 2013- 107936 DA DA-2013- 1105 APPROVED EXEMPTION Agreed No Site Plan Determination/Exemption / CARLSON LAW FIRM Unified / 35 SVRD Closed Yes 2009- 073210 ZC C14-2009- 0071 to CS. to rezone property from LR Zoning/Rezoning / Arrow A/C Closed No Unified / 35 SVRD Closed Yes 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2012- 023683 CV 2009- 012237 CV Project Name 11606 N IH 35 SVRD SB 11606 N IH 35 SVRD SB 11606 N IH 35 SVRD SB 11606 N IH SB 11606 N IH SB 11606 N I Road Sb 10 2000- 001722 EP 00011934 Only Comm Rewire Exstng Elec Commercial / Remodel 35 Service Expired No 11 2004- 053654 EX 041020620 TESS#042930234 Austin Water Utility (AWU) / SUEP Permit Denied but No #041020620 Closed Citizen thinks that there is an illeagle business set up in wrong zone. Business is in a LR zone and arcade has to have GR. Citizen called back to inform inspector the property maybe LR or CS-Co eith ... The applicant is requesting off sight signs there are two signs form the 11702 to the 11800 the signs is a 30 foot business advertising signs one had a roofing and the other is a water filtrations/ purification sign which are th ... EMERGENCY WATER SERVICE REPAIR @ 11606 N I 35 SVC RD SBSR#212514 MAPSCO#496-RZONE 2 WILL DO REPAIRSTHANKSBRENT TULLY 972-1117 1 Page 1 / 1 - Total 11 rows returned. Back ITEM3/1375610 N Interstate 35 Electronic Messaging Center Sign. Legend © 2022 Google © 2022 Google © 2022 Google N N ➤➤ 10 ft ITEM3/1385610 N Interstate 35 Frontage, Approximately 200 Feet. Legend Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus Image Landsat / Copernicus N➤➤N 90 ft ITEM3/139AU STIN TEXAS.GOV AIR PORT L IBR ARY AU STIN EN ER GY AU STIN WATER C ON VEN TION C EN TER VISITOR S BU R EAU Pay Online Services Calendar M Department > Planning > Interactive Development Review Permitting and Inspection Recommended browsers for this website are Google Chrome and Internet Explorer. Apply for Right Of Way Permits / Special Events Home Public Search Issued Construction Permits Apply for Permits/Cases Assign Permit My Permits/Cases My Incomplete Applications My Bills My Licenses My Inspections My Escrow Account My Reports My Profile My Notifications Web Help Login/Register Online Survey External Reviewers Search DevelopmentATX.com Home To view permit details, click on the Case/Permit Number RELATED PERMIT INFORMATION Permit/Case Reference File Name Description Work Type Status Sub Type 2020- 169274 SB COMMERCIAL KITCHEN 5610 N IH. 35 NEW Sign ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER 10'X20' Permit Freestanding IH 35 Final 2020- 169274 EP 2020- COMMERCIAL KITCHEN 5610 N IH. 35 NEW Sign 169274 EP ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER 10'X20' Permit Freestanding Final 1 2 Project Name 5610 N SB 5610 N IH 35 SVRD SB ITEM3/140AU STIN TEXAS.GOV AIR PORT L IBR ARY AU STIN EN ER GY AU STIN WATER C ON VEN TION C EN TER VISITOR S BU R EAU Pay Online Services Calendar M Department > Planning > Interactive Development Review Permitting and Inspection Recommended browsers for this website are Google Chrome and Internet Explorer. Apply for Right Of Way Permits / Special Events Home Public Search Issued Construction Permits Apply for Permits/Cases Assign Permit My Permits/Cases My Incomplete Applications My Bills My Licenses My Inspections My Escrow Account My Reports My Profile My Notifications Web Help Login/Register Online Survey External Reviewers Search DevelopmentATX.com Home COMMERCIAL KITCHEN 5610 N IH. 35 NEW ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER Permit/Case: 2020-169274 SB FOLDER DETAILS Reference File Name: Description: 10'X20' Sub Type: Work Type: Sign Permit Freestanding Project Name: 5610 N IH 35 SB Status: Final Application Date: Nov 5, 2020 ITEM3/141Issued: Expiration Date: Feb 22, 2022 PROPERTY DETAILS Number Pre Street StreetType Dir Unit Type City State Zip Legal Desc Unit Number 5610 N IH 35 SVRD SB AUSTIN TX 78751 LOT 1 CATTLE COMPANY ADDN PEOPLE DETAILS People Type Name / Address Phone Internet User Sign Manufacturer (Scott Vaughan) 2401 2401 Ih 35 S HWY San Marcos TX 78666 Outdoor Advertising Contractor Sign Crafters, Inc 2401 S IH 35 San Marcos TX 78666-5922 Sign Manufacturer (Scott Vaughan) 2401 2401 Ih 35 S HWY San Marcos TX 78666 (512) 392-0900 (512) 392-0900 (512) 392-0900 Fee Description Fee Amount Balance $135.00 $5.40 $0.00 $0.00 Process Description Status Start Date End Date Assigned Staff Schedule Date # of Attempts Closed Nov 5, 2020 ABC Sign/Banner Nov 13, Nov 13, 2020 2020 Sign/Banner Intake Closed Nov 13, 2020 Nov 13, Nov 13, 2020 2020 ABC Sign/Banner Online Applicant FOLDER FEES Sign Review Fee Technology Surcharge-DSD PROCESSES AND NOTES Web Application Acceptance Inspection Administration Open Administrative Hold Open Red Tag Hold Permitting Open Open Back Sign Permit Review Approved for Nov 13, Nov 13, Nov 13, Cierra Beltran(512-978- Permit 2020 2020 2020 4000) 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 ITEM3/142ITEM3/143ITEM3/144ITEM3/145ITEM3/146ITEM3/147From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Stefan Sinclair Ramirez, Elaine C16-2022-0004 : Code variance request for sign on IH-35 Srvc Rd / Delwood2 Thursday, June 09, 2022 9:41:09 AM Sign04_2009.png *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Good morning Ms. Ramirez, My name is Stefan Sinclair, and I live on Bentwood Road in the Delwood 2 neighborhood of Austin TX. We were made aware of a request for variance in sign height for the sign at the law office on the IH-35 service road of our neighborhood, case number C16-2022-0004 - and as a resident in the neighborhood I wanted to voice our household's opposition to this variance request. We feel that an increase in sign height is not warranted, and would have a negative impact on our neighbors who live behind the law office in question requesting the variance. An increase in sign height has the potential to bleed light into the homes behind the law office, and would negatively impact the residential character of our neighborhood. Also, as a long-time resident of the neighborhood, I've observed how the sign has become obscured over time simply by virtue of one tree on the law office property that has grown over time to a height which obscures the sign. An increase in sign height is not going to prevent this tree from continuing to grow and obscure the sign once again at a greater height. Regular pruning of the tree seems a viable alternative. I have attached some photos of the sign and surrounding area to illustrate. Sign01_06082022 was taken yesterday (June 8). It shows the sign as viewed from IH-35. The advertisement portion is clearly visible from the highway, however the digital clock below is obstructed by the tree canopy. Sign02_06082022 taken yesterday shows the same area from the service road height Sign03_06082022 shows the sign as viewed from the sidewalk when walking along the service road. The sign is completely obscured by the tree from this angle. Sign04_2009 is a Google Street View shot of the same area taken in 2009, when the tree on the property was much shorter. As you can see, at that time the advertisement and digital clock were both visible. Thank you for considering our opposition to this request for code variance in this matter. Sincerely, Stefan Sinclair Delwood 2 resident ITEM3/148ITEM3/149ITEM3/150ITEM3/151ITEM3/152From: To: Subject: Date: Jen Reed Ramirez, Elaine Case #C16-2022-0004 Thursday, June 09, 2022 1:17:58 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** We live in the Delwood 2 neighborhood at 1300 Bentwood Road. We are writing to share that we do NOT support the code variance request made by Apple Tree Holdings. We appreciate your consideration in the matter and thank you for all you do. Ms. Ramirez, Sincerely, Jen Reed & Pam Greenstone 1300 Bentwood Road 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. ITEM3/153ITEM3/154Written comments must be submitted to the contact erson listed on the notice efore 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number; and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: C16-2022-0004 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov Public Hearin : Si n Review Board; June 13th, 2022 Your Name (please print) D I am in favor DI object Your address(es) affected by this application Signature Date Daytime Telephone: ____________ _ Comments:. ______________________ _ If you will be using this forin to comment, please return it via e-mail to: Elaine Ramirez; 512-974-2202 Scan & Email to: Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov ITEM3/155From: To: Subject: Date: Karen Brinkman Ramirez, Elaine Objection to Signage Variance Request - Case Number C16-2022-0004 Sunday, June 12, 2022 4:35:13 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Ramirez: My name is Karen Brinkman and I am submitting these comments as representative from the Delwood II Neighborhood Association and hope to speak at the Sign Review Board on Monday, June 13,2022. On behalf of the neighborhood association, we oppose the request for the size and height variance requested for the proposed sign at 4507 N IH-35 for the reasons stated below. Case Number C16-2022-0004 I am Karen Brinkman and I represent the Delwood II Neighborhood Association. We are pleased with the changes that the new property owner has made to the site and see the business as a positive addition to our neighborhood. However, we object to the request to replace the current sign with one that greatly increases the size and height for several reasons. The proposed variance would create a sign that towers over the area as the properties behind 4507 N IH 35 SVRD are single story residential structures. None of the neighboring businesses have elevated signage. In the variance application, the proposed sign was compared to the In-N-Out Burger sign on the west side of the highway. While that is also a large, tall sign, it is in a commercial area and is a fast food restaurant that needs to be able to attract customers. The building at 4507 N IH 35 will serve up to four professional offices. Good signage that clearly indicates the office location to potential lessees and their clients does not require a 200 square foot, 50-feet high sign. If the purpose is to inform drivers on IH35, the nearest freeway exit is just past the property. The Airport Blvd. exit to the service road that does allow access to the building has no line of sight even to the height of the proposed variance. Details on the design of the digital sign including the brightness of the lighting and how that impacts the surrounding area after sunset are unknown but could affect the residents nearby negatively. We understand that the applicant is concerned about a tree obscuring the visibility of a smaller sign. Regular pruning of the tree would resolve this issue. If part of the rationale is that the sign would deter crime, we would assume it must be quite bright and the height is necessary to cover the lot area which would impact the nearby homes. We ask that the board not grant this sign variance request. Respectfully Submitted, Karen Brinkman Officer, Delwood II Neighborhood Association Email: k Cell: 512-924-8407 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. ITEM3/156Written comments must be submitted to the contact erson listed on the notice efore 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number; and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: C16-2022-0004 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov Public Hearin : Si n Review Board; June 13th, 2022 Your Name (please print) D I am in favor DI object Your address(es) affected by this application Signature Date Daytime Telephone: ____________ _ Comments:. ______________________ _ If you will be using this forin to comment, please return it via e-mail to: Elaine Ramirez; 512-974-2202 Scan & Email to: Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov ITEM3/157Written comments must be submitted to the contact erson listed on the notice efore 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number; and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: C16-2022-0004 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov Public Hearin : Si n Review Board; June 13th, 2022 Your Name (please print) D I am in favor DI object Your address(es) affected by this application Signature Date Daytime Telephone: ____________ _ Comments:. ______________________ _ If you will be using this forin to comment, please return it via e-mail to: Elaine Ramirez; 512-974-2202 Scan & Email to: Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov ITEM3/158Written comments must be submitted to the contact erson listed on the notice efore 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number; and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: C16-2022-0004 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov Public Hearin : Si n Review Board; June 13th, 2022 Your Name (please print) D I am in favor DI object Your address(es) affected by this application Signature Date Daytime Telephone: ____________ _ Comments:. ______________________ _ If you will be using this forin to comment, please return it via e-mail to: Elaine Ramirez; 512-974-2202 Scan & Email to: Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov ITEM3/159Written comments must be submitted to the contact person listed on the notice before 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number; and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: C16-2022-0004 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov Public Hearing : Sign Review Board; June 13th, 2022 Name: Carol Eckelkamp 1204 Bentwood Road, Austin TX 78722 I OBJECT to this application for variance to existing sign. Signature: Carol Eckelkamp Date: 06/10/2022 Comments: I object to the variance request of Mr. Nugyen’s sign for the following reasons: 1. A large distraction in the form of a giant, streaming, digital sign is a bad idea for the deadliest stretch of Interstate 35. 2. This lot is designated LO and in keeping with the spirit of our neighborhood, a smaller street level sign might be sufficient if the desire is to help clients find the place of business. Tree trimming would help visibility of the current, taller sign that worked well for Mr. Martin Harry, the previous attorney/tenant of this property. 3. A sign projected 50 feet into the air will not help clients find this office, as it cannot be seen by those driving by on the frontage road. The applicant used that as a reason in a conversation with a neighbor this week. Again, a street level sign might help, as the traffic going northbound is treacherous and we experience it daily attempting to leave our neighborhood. 4. I object to the light pollution of this new sign and the light that will affect the neighbors on Ellwood Road. We worked hard with the newest commercial project, the Abali apartments to mitigate light into the neighbors back yards on Elwood, north of this property. 5. I object because the applicant did NOT approach the neighborhood association to give us a chance to have a discussion before coming before this Board. That is not being a good neighbor. Please do not grant this variance in its current form. ITEM3/160 Written comments must be submitted to the contact erson listed on the notice efore 9 a.m. the day of the public hearing to be added to the Late Back-up and viewed by the Board the night of the meeting. Your comments should include the name of the board or commission, or Council; the scheduled date of the public hearing; the Case Number; and the contact person listed on the notice. All comments received will become part of the public record of this case. Case Number: C16-2022-0004 Contact: Elaine Ramirez; elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov Public Hearin : Si n Review Board; June 13th, 2022 Cara Tanner Your Name (please print) 1200 Bentwood Rd Austin, TX 78722 Your address(es) affected by this application or Signature D I am in favor X DI object 6/12/22 Date Daytime Telephone: ____________ _ Comments:. ______________________ _ If you will be using this forin to comment, please return it via e-mail to: Elaine Ramirez; 512-974-2202 Scan & Email to: Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov ITEM3/161From: To: Subject: Date: Christi Hay Ramirez, Elaine C16-2022-0004 Thursday, October 06, 2022 9:59:50 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I would like to notify you of my continued opposition to the Billboard at 4507 N IH 35 4507 N IH 35 size (200 square feet) and height (50 feet) from the current limits of 107 square feet and 35 feet high. My main concerns are the sheer amount of light and the size of the board. Good Evening- Thank you Christi Hay 1304 Bentwood Rd Austin, TX 78722 512.417.9448 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. ITEM3/162From: To: Subject: Date: Claire Bush Ramirez, Elaine Code Variance Request C16-2022-0004 Friday, October 07, 2022 10:19:12 AM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Ramirez, I hope you are well today! I am writing as a resident of the Delwood 2 neighborhood to oppose the Code Variance Request for the sign at 4507 N IH 35. I see no reason to exceed the current limits of 107 square feet and 35 feet high. I am worried about the light pollution at night so close to a residential area and have concerns about digital messaging/advertising. I hope this message is delivered in time for the Board of Adjustment to consider. Thanks so much for your time, Claire Bush 1214 Norwood Rd, Austin, TX 78722 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. ITEM3/163Karen Brinkman Ramirez, Elaine From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Opposition to Code Variance Request -- C16-2022-0004 Sunday, October 09, 2022 6:54:40 PM Variance Request.pages *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Ramirez: I’ve changed the previous document into a PDF format. Hopefully, you can open it now. We’re out of state in a town with very limited WiFi access so I hope this document reaches you. Thank you again for your help. Karen Brinkman Delwood 2 Neighborhood Association Member 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. In case you can’t open the document, I’ve copied and pasted it to this page. Code Variance Request Case Number C16-2022-0004 Dear Ms. Ramirez: My name is Karen Brinkman and I am a member of the Delwood II Neighborhood Association. As stated, the neighbors are pleased with the changes that the new property owner has made to the site and see the business as a positive addition to our neighborhood. We invited a representative from Apple Properties to come to our last neighborhood association meeting to discuss potential alternatives to the size and height of the sign. We were hoping that we could arrive at a compromise. However, the representative only addressed his rationale for maintaining the requested variance. I continue to object to the request to replace the current sign with one that greatly increases the ITEM3/164size and height for several reasons. The proposed variance would create a sign that towers over the area as the properties behind 4507 N IH 35 SVRD are single story residential structures. This enormous sign would definitely change the character of the neighborhood. None of the neighboring businesses have elevated signage. In the variance application, the proposed sign was compared to the In-N-Out Burger sign on the west side of the highway. While that is also a large, tall sign, it is in a commercial area and is a fast food restaurant. The building at 4507 N IH 35 will serve up to four professional offices. Good signage that clearly indicates the office location to potential lessees and their clients does not require a 200 square foot, 50-feet high sign. If the purpose is to inform drivers on IH35, the nearest freeway exit is just past the property. The Airport Blvd exit to the service road that does allow access to the building has no line of sight even to the height of the proposed variance. The Apple Properties representative has made changes in the sign to decrease the brightness of the light at night and this is appreciated. However, the actual functionality of the sign is unknown especially how the brightness will actually impact the nearby residents. If part of the rationale for the requested variance is that the sign would deter crime, we would assume that the sign must be quite bright and the height is necessary to cover the lot area which would impact the nearby homes. I ask that the board not grant this sign variance request. Respectfully Submitted, Karen Brinkman ITEM3/165From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Stefan Sinclair Ramirez, Elaine Notice of opposition to variance request Case C16-2022-0004 / 10.10 meeting Monday, October 10, 2022 8:59:47 AM Sign2007.png *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Good morning Ms. Ramirez, This is Stefan Sinclair from the Delwood 2 Neighborhood Association. I just wanted to inform you that I'll be attending the variance meeting this evening with other members of the NA to voice our opposition to the request for variance on sign height and size. I took some photos of the sign, from the Interstate level and from the sidewalk. The main issue I see is the one tree they have on the property between their fence and the sidewalk. This tree was much shorter when I first moved into the neighborhood, as evidenced by the attached Google Maps street-view picture from November, 2007 (I moved in February of 2008). Back then the tree was much shorter, and one could see the digital clock clearly from the road. The tree in question has grown over time, and nothing leads me to believe it won't continue to grow even if a taller sign is put in place. I don't see any of the neighboring trees blocking view of their sign (that certainly might become an issue over time - but does not appear to be the case now) - just the tree that has grown up on the edge of the frontage road (perhaps planted by a squirrel decades ago). Given that this is a single commercial building surrounded by residential lots, I think preserving the residential character should remain the priority. Thank you for your consideration. Regards, -Stefan Sinclair 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. 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