ITEM07 C15-2022-0089 LATE BACKUP-IN SUPPORT — original pdf
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Steering Committee Members: Adrienne Goldsberry, Chair Kate Ertle, Kevin Kimbrough, Claudette Kazzoun, Rob Kish, James Logan, Andi March, Maureen Metteauer, Oam Parkash, Shawn Shillington, Margaret Sullivan, Jim Todd, Brandon Wright November 15, 2022 RE: Case No. C15-2022-0089 Dear Ms. Cohen and BOA Members: The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) supports the variance from the rear and side compatibility setback requirements requested for the proposed renovation/addition located at the corner of 1202 W. 9th St. & 901 Shelley Ave. With feedback from the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), the architect Hugh Randolph and his team worked out an approved design that was passed on consent at the Historic Landmark Commission (HLC). At the last ARC review one of the Commissioners commented that the revised design was well-thought-out and an intriguing solution to the existing site constraints. The HLC approval did come with the condition that notes are added to the plans that the carriage house is moved under structural engineer supervision, via lifting and rotating the structure, noted that if there is significant deterioration found resulting in the need for deviance from the approved plans, that the case return to the Historic Landmark Commission for approval. We support these conditions as well. deconstruction and rebuild. And, the HLC also not th The site is on a lot that fronts three streets (Shelley Ave, 9 project would be located within the zoning setback perimeter, and the variance would allow for the preservation of an older structure that is being incorporated into a new design on the site. The variance responds to conditions unique to this site, and would not set a precedent. For these reasons, OWANA Zoning and Steering Committees have voted to support the requested variance from the rear and side yard setback requirements. Please note that the current location of the carriage house does not comply with the rear setback. St, and Blanco). Also, the In addition, the most affected neighbors on Shelley Ave to the north and west also are in support of the requested variance. Thank you, and please contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Adrienne Goldsberry Chair, OWANA Steering Committee ITEM7/1-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT M Rubin Ramirez, Elaine From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Fwd: Letters of Support for the addition at 9th and Shelley Wednesday, November 16, 2022 10:56:41 AM You don't often get email from therubinfamily@gmail.com. Learn why this is important *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi Elaine, Tyler requested that we forward our email of support for the renovation of 9th & Shelley house. We live at 1204 W 9th - right across Shelley street. Thanks! -Melissa Rubin 512-589-9767 t "Live in gratitude" Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: M Rubin Date: November 16, 2022 at 10:15:06 AM CST To: Tyler Rush < Subject: Re: Letters of Support for the addition at 9th and Shelley Hi Tyler, Yes, as a neighbor, we are very supportive of the renovation of the 9th street /Shelly house. The plans look fantastic and are in keeping with the feel of the neighborhood. Thanks! -Melissa Rubin 512-589-9767 t "Live in gratitude" Sent from my iPhone On Nov 2, 2022, at 4:19 PM, Tyler Rush wrote: ITEM7/2-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT Melissa, It is my understanding that you are in support of the proposed design that Mark and Marisa showed you last week. I am in charge of collecting letters of support for their proposal. Would you mind sending me a short note expressing your support for the proposed design? It will help tremendously in making our case to the city. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, Thanks, Tyler J. Rush Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects t 512.289.3082 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. ITEM7/3-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT ITEM7/4-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT From: To: Subject: Date: Shelley Kilday Ramirez, Elaine 1202 W 9th St (C15-2022-0089) Wednesday, November 16, 2022 3:13:44 PM You don't often get email from shelley.kilday@gmail.com. Learn why this is important *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** TO: Jessica Cohen, Chair - Board of Adjustment Elaine Ramirez, Senior planner / B.O.A Liaison City of Austin - Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Letter of Support for Variance Request at 1202 W.9th (C15-2022-0089) As the Owner of a nearby property at 1403 W. 9th Street, I am writing to express my support for Mark Pearson's request for a variance from § 25-2-1062 - HEIGHT LIMITATIONS AND SETBACKS FOR SMALL SITES to decrease the interior side setback (to the North) from 15' to base zoning 5' setback, and rear setback (facing Shelley Ave.) from 15' to base zoning 10'. In my opinion, granting this variance would not alter the existing character of the area, impair the use of adjacent conforming property, nor impair the purpose of the zoning regulations of the zoning district. Signed: Shelley Kilday Address: 1403 W 9th St 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. ITEM7/5-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT TO: Jessica Cohen, Chair - Board of Adjustment Elaine Ramirez, Senior planner / B.O.A Liaison City of Austin - Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Letter of Support for Variance Request at 1202 W.9th (C15-2022-0089) ✔ As the Owner (or) Tenant of the nearby property at I am writing to express my support for, Owner, Mark Pearson's request for a variance from § 25-2-1062 -HEIGHT LIMITATIONS AND SETBACKS FOR SMALL SITES to decrease the interior side setback (to the North) from 15' to base zoning 5' setback, and rear setback (facing Shelley Ave.) from 15' to base zoning 10'. , 1301 W 10th Street 78703 In my opinion, granting this variance would not alter the existing character of the area, impair the use of adjacent conforming property, nor impair the purpose of the zoning regulations of the zoning district. I live on Shelley and think the proposed design matches the other homes on the street and in the neighborhood. (additional space as needed) Signed MatthewLFox Printed Address 11/18/2022 Date 1301 W 10th Street 78703 ITEM7/6-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT TO: Jessica Cohen, Chair - Board of Adjustment Elaine Ramirez, Senior planner / B.O.A Liaison City of Austin - Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Letter of Support for Variance Request at 1202 W.9th (C15-2022-0089) As the Owner (or) Tenant of the nearby property at I am writing to express my support for, Owner, Mark Pearson's request for a variance from § 25-2-1062 -HEIGHT LIMITATIONS AND SETBACKS FOR SMALL SITES to decrease the interior side setback (to the North) from 15' to base zoning 5' setback, and rear setback (facing Shelley Ave.) from 15' to base zoning 10'. , In my opinion, granting this variance would not alter the existing character of the area, impair the use of adjacent conforming property, nor impair the purpose of the zoning regulations of the zoning district. (additional space as needed) Signed Printed Address Date ITEM7/7-LATE BACKUP/SUPPORT