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P-6/1 P-6/2 From:To:Ramirez, Elaine;Subject:RE: REMINDER: C15-2019-0064 / 1415 W. 10th St. - POSTPONED case for Jan. 13, 2020 BOA mtg.Date:Wednesday, December 11, 2019 2:59:35 PMAttachments:image001.png*** External Email - Exercise Caution ***Elaine, My client would like to withdraw his request for Variance for his property at 1415 W. 10th St. Pleaseadvise on any further action needed to do this. Thank you, -- April Clark, AIANARI, LEED AP BD + CRegistered Architect (TX, NM, AZ)512-636-7653 Clark | Richardson Architects618 Lavaca St. Suite 7Austin, Texas 78701Web: www.clarkrichardson.comBlog: http://clarkrichardson.wordpress.com/Twitter: @CRArchitectPlease consider the environment before printing this email. The information contained in this e-mail is confidential, privileged, or otherwise protected from disclosure. It is intended only for the use of theauthorized individual as indicated in the e-mail. Any unauthorized disclosure, copying, and distribution or taking of any action based on the contents ofthis material is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please delete it immediately. From: Ramirez, Elaine [mailto:Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov] Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2019 7:31 AMTo: Subject: REMINDER: C15-2019-0064 / 1415 W. 10th St. - POSTPONED case for Jan. 13, 2020 BOAmtg. Hi Ed, This is a friendly reminder: You have until Friday, December 13 before 3p.m. to submit any maps,surveys, drawings, photos and any additional documentation (including the Special Exception InspectionP-6/3 Report if you applied for a Special Exception, if REPORT not included this case will have to be Postponed) you wantincluded as part of your Advanced Packet for your BOA variance case. This will need to be submittedto me via e-mail in PDF format. If you would like the Board to follow along with you, you will need to present a presentation, bringit on a thumb drive and you will hand it to our City Technician . The Board will not have anything toview on the overhead other than the Advanced Packets they have in front of them on the dais thatwas given to them a week prior to the meeting. Please note: Any late support that will be accepted after this deadline date of Dec. 13, 2019 will onlybe for Opposition and Support letters for this case. Respectfully,Elaine RamirezBoard of Adjustment LiaisonPlanner SeniorCity of Austin Development Services DepartmentOne Texas Center, 1st Floor505 Barton Springs RdOffice: 512-974-2202 Follow us on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram @DevelopmentATX Scheduled Meeting Disclosure Information:In accordance with City of Austin Ordinance 20160922-005, responsibility of written disclosure isrequired by visitors when attending a scheduled meeting with …
BOA Monthly Report July 2019-June 2020 November 7, 2019 Granted 3 1)25-2-899 (D) (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height2)25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(1) to reduce theShoreline setback, (C)(3)(a)(b)(c) to increase IC on a slope, (E)(2) increase ICfor driveway3)Article 10, Compatibility Standards, Division 2, 25-2-1063 (B) (2)(Height Limitations and Setbacks from Large Sites) to decrease theMinimum setback and 25-2-1063 (C) (1) and (2) (Height Limitations andSetbacks for Large Sites) to increase the maximum compatibility heightPP cases 6 1)25-2-476 (B) (3) (a) (i) (Special Exceptions) from Section 25-2-492 (D) (SiteDevelopment Regulations) to decrease the interior side yard setback2)Article 10, Compatibility Standards, Division 2 –Development Standards,Section 25-2-1063 (C)(2) (Height Limitations and Setbacks for Large Sites) toincrease the maximum allowable Compatibility Height3)25-2-476 (B) (3) (a) (i) (Special Exceptions) from Section 25-2-492 (D) (SiteDevelopment Regulations) to decrease the interior side yard setback4)Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 3,Section 3.3.3 (Gross Floor Area – Porch, Basement and Attic Exemptions)(B)(2) in order to receive the basement exemption on a sloped site5)25-2-1067 (H) (Design Regulations) Compatibility Height requirements ofArticle 10, Compatibility Standards, Division 2 –Development Standards todecrease the minimum parking setback and to decrease the minimumdriveway setback6)25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations)(C)(3)(c) increase IC ona slope, (E)(2) increase IC for drivewayWithdrawn 2 1)25-10-133 (Univ Neigh Overlay Zoning Dist) (F) to allow for 3 electricalwall signs to be placed on the 5th floor2)25-2-899 (D) (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the heightDenied 1 1)25-2-492 (D) to increase the maximum allowable IC and 25-2-899 (fenceas Accessory Use) (E)(1)Discussion 6 Items Nov. interpretations 0 new inquiries The deposition of the case items: (Added Nov’s # 2019) A. Granted 16 B. Postponed 29 C. Withdrawn 7 D. Denied 4 E.Discussion Items 28E.Indef PPmt0 S-1/1 October 14, 2019 Granted 1 1)25-2-1176 (A)(1) Site Dev Regulations for Docks, marinas.. to increase theShoreline setbackPP cases 6 1)25-10-133 (Univ Neigh Overlay Zoning Dist) (F) to allow for 3 electricalwall signs to be placed on the 5th floor2)25-2-899 (D) (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height3)25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations) (B)(1) to reduce theShoreline setback, (C)(3)(a)(b)(c) to increase IC, (E)(2) increase IC fordriveway4)25-2-551 (Lake Austin (LA) District Regulations)(C)(3)(c) increase IC,(E)(2) increase IC for driveway5)Article 10, Compatibility Standards, Division 2, 25-2-1063 (B) (2)(Height Limitations and Setbacks from Large Sites) to decrease theMinimum setback and 25-2-1063 (C) (1) and (2) (Height Limitations andSetbacks for Large Sites) to increase the maximum compatibility …
Board of Adjustment LDC WorkgroupRecommendations, Comments & Questions on Proposed LDC (to share with City Council)11/4/2019 -- Compiled by Don Leighton-Burwell, BOA Chair; updated 11-25-2019Code Section / Issue for ConsiderationWorkgroup Synopsis (with support of BOA)General Comments by BOA WorkgroupRECOMMENDATION: BOA Workgroup does not support this shift of approvals to City Staff (e.g. MUPs and "Minor Adjustments"). COMMENT: The zoning code and general planning requirements (Chapter 23-3 and 23-4, respectively) are better-written than current code, with clearer language and better graphics and format. The proposed new regulations are simpler and more prescriptive, with fewer exemptions and exceptions. RECOMMENDATION: Graphic examples (and commentaries regarding intent) of development rights (similar to the Signage Chapter 23-7 of the proposed LDC), would help laypeople more fully understand the LDC.COMMENT: Increases in housing supply should result from a code that is simpler and clearer—simplicity and clarity equal predictability, which equals greater ease of use...which equals greater ease of review...which equals faster reviews...which equals, per unit time, more housing created.RECOMMENDATION: Increases in Housing Supply do NOT equal increases in Affordable Housing Units (per Staff's Report Card); preservation of existing affordable units must play a role.RECOMMENDATION: Where an ADU is allowed (within a Residential Zone), the accompanying table should make that clear by creating an "ADU column" between “Principal Dwelling Units” and “Width.” COMMENT: Concern that lack of or poor public notice may diminish appeal rights of people contesting City Staff interpretations, determinations and approvals.RECOMMENDATION: Request Staff to continue work on BOA "Heat Map" (and update of AMANDA) to better track permits, appeals, variances, special exceptions; this will allow people to access information more easily and thus support both clarity and transparency of City processes.RECOMMENDATION: BOA wants to be able to track common variance requests to serve as basis for possible LDC amendments.INTRODUCTION:GENERAL PROVISIONS23-1A-3030 (C) (2) (a) (i and ii) Types of Administrative Decisions; A decision by the responsible director on an application for:(i ) A site plan or minor use permit;RECOMMENDATION: BOA Workgroup does not support MUPs, as public input is not required as part of this streamlined process and diminishes public input that is currently required by a CUP.(ii) A minor adjustment or alternative equivalent compliance (See sections later in this document…)23-1A-4010 (A) Consistency Requirement. “Legislative, quasi-judicial, and administrative decisions under this Title must be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, as required by Article X of the City Charter.”COMMENT: Adherence to the Comprehensive Plan (Imagine Austin) …
MEMORANDUM TO: Boards and Commissions FROM: Ed Van Eenoo, Deputy Chief Financial Officer DATE: November 8, 2019 SUBJECT: FY 2020-21 Budget Calendar The City is committed to an inclusive and transparent budget development process that utilizes resident and stakeholder feedback to ensure budget priorities are being met. An important component of this process is input received annually from the City’s various boards and commissions. Over the past several years, your unique perspectives on the needs of our community coupled with your knowledge of City operations have resulted in a significantly more equitable and effective allocation of City resources. Earlier this year, the State legislature lowered the cap on allowable property tax revenue growth to 3.5% annually without voter approval, significantly impacting our ability to balance future budgets in the face of growing demands for City services. Numerous initiatives to ensure the City’s long-term financial sustainabilitywhile maintaining high-quality municipal servicesare already underway. These include: A review of existing programs for potential business process improvements, efficiency audits conducted by outside experts, ensuring the alignment of existing City programs to Strategic Direction 2023, a review of the City’s retirement systems, and a comprehensive look at options for increasing General Fund revenue. Another effect of the new revenue cap legislation is the need to advance the annual budget cycle by approximately one month in order to preserve the option for the City Council to call a tax rate election should that prove necessary to meet policy objectives. The Council approved calendar for the FY 2020-21 budget is shown below: May 8Department Budgets Due to the Budget Office July 13Presentation of the FY20-21 Proposed Budget to City Council July 23First Budget Hearing July 28City Council Budget Work Session July 30Second Budget Hearing August 4City Council Budget Work Session August 12Tax Rate Hearing and Budget Adoption S-4/1 Please note that department budgets are due to the Budget Office this year on May 8. As such, any budget recommendations from boards and commissions will ideally be provided to departments no later than mid-April. In light of the significant restrictions on property tax revenue growth that we will begin experiencing next year, your recommendations should focus on the efficiency, effectiveness, and equity of existing City programs. xc: Spencer Cronk, City Manager Assistant City Managers Chief Financial Officer S-4/2
