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BOA Monthly Report July 2024-June 2025 November 14, 2024 Granted 0 Postponed 6 1. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): a. Height Requirements to increase the height, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback, Building Coverage to increase and Impervious Coverage to increase and 25-2-832 (Private Schools) (1) a site must be located on a street that has a paved width. 3. 25-10-124 (Scenic Roadway Sign District): (B) to allow more freestanding signs and (B) (1) (b) to increase the maximum sign area and (B) (2) to increase overall sign height and (F) to allow for internally sign and (G) to decrease signs from the right-of-way and 25-2-191 (Sign Setback Requirements) (E) to decrease the setback and (F) (1) to increase height and (F) (2) to reduce clearance 4. 25-2-654 (Density Bonus ETOD (DBETOD) Combining District Regulations: (H) Compatibility Requirements (3) and (H) Compatibility Requirements (4) (a) from compatibility buffer to decrease 5. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase 6. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the interior side yard setback and 25-2-773 (Duplex, Two-Unit, and Three-Unit Residential Uses): (1) reduce minimum lot area and (3) (a) reduce rear setback 0 new inquiries (Added Nov14# 2024) 3 – Postponed to Dec 9, 2024 Withdrawn 0 Denied (Reconsideration) 0 Discussion Items Nov 2024 Interpretations The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items Board members absent: Michael Von Ohlen, Melissa Hawthorne, Yung-ju Kim, Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (resigned) and 2 vacant positions (alternate) 9 11 0 1 15 – 3 postponed items to Dec 9, 2024 October 14, 2024 Granted 2 Postponed 2 1. 25-2-814 (Service Station Use) (3) to increase the queue lanes 2. 25-2-773 (Duplex, Two-Unit, and Three-Unit Residential Uses): a. (B) (7) Impervious Coverage to increase and (E) (4) F.A.R to increase 4. 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback 5. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): a. Height Requirements to increase the height, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback, Building Coverage to increase and Impervious Coverage to increase and 25-2-832 (Private Schools) (1) a site must be located on a street that has a …
Architectural vision : Peterson residence Presentation for Austin Board of Adjustment ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION Presentation agenda : Today, I’m excited to take you through our project in detail, we will begin by discussing the project objectives, next, we will dive into the proposed design concept. Finally, we will show how our design thoughtfully aligns with the Bouldin neighborhood. ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION Project overview Currently the house stands at 1626 sqf with a lot size of 2,265 sqf. The existing layout includes two bedrooms , 2.5 bathrooms and a cover carport but lacks a main common area. Our plan is to preserve the original design and layout of the house while embracing the unique challenges it presents. Our goal is to create an outdoor space that accommodates the needs of a growing family, while ensuring that the home’s character and charm remains intact. ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Project objective ● Making the house suitable for a military family of three that is moving back from abroad , ensuring enough space and comfort for everyone. ● Ensuring enough outdoor space for gathering or entertainment. ● Gaining an extra covered parking. ● Add attractive design elements, combining a classic and modern styles for a beautiful appearance. ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION Deck design Our outdoor deck design concept aims to create a modern and functional space that serves as a space for family and friend gathering, as well as a connection space for greeting neighbors. ITEM02/5-PRESENTATION Deck design ITEM02/6-PRESENTATION Project variant for second story deck. Second story deck with staircase leading to downstairs size of the deck is 350 square-foot in total including stairs. Addition to extend beyond the front 15 foot front building set back by 3.6 foot. ITEM02/7-PRESENTATION Aerial footage of the neighboring homes and how close they are to the front of the street. ITEM02/8-PRESENTATION Survey for project showing front setback from property. ITEM02/9-PRESENTATION Deck Variant The current residence occupies 1,626 square feet of a 2,265 square-foot lot, leaving minimal space for outdoor gatherings or events. The purpose of this construction project is to accommodate a retiring military family of three relocating from out of country who require additional outdoor space for family activities. Due to the limited lot size, we have explored various options but have not identified any viable alternatives for creating a more functional outdoor area. Our primary goal is to enhance the outdoor space to better support the homeowner's needs for family gatherings and outdoor activities. Having …
2612 S. 1st Street SP-2021-0219C Board of Adjustment December 9, 2024 1 ITEM04/1-PRESENTATION Neighborhood Aerial 2 ITEM04/2-PRESENTATION Site Aerial 3 ITEM04/3-PRESENTATION Zoning GR-V-ETOD-DBETOD (Community Commercial – Vertical Mixed Use Building – Equitable Transit Oriented Development – Density Bonus Equitable Transit Oriented Development) AND GR-ETOD-DBETOD (Community Commercial –Equitable Transit Oriented Development – Density Bonus Equitable Transit Oriented Development) 44 ITEM04/4-PRESENTATION Equitable Transit Oriented Development The purpose of the equitable transit-oriented development (ETOD) combining district is to enhance transit-supportive uses, encourage more intentional and equitable land stewardship with increased bicycle, pedestrian, and transit connectivity, housing options and opportunities, public realm activation, and new economic opportunities near public transit. §25-2-182(A). 5 ITEM04/5-PRESENTATION Zoning History 2008 - zoning Ordinance No. 20080110-097 rezoned 600 Cumberland from GR to GR-V via City of Austin case no. C14-2007-0238. 2017 – zoning Ordinance No. 20180201-116 rezoned 2610 S. 1st Street from SF-3 to GR-V via City of Austin case no. C14-2017-0137. 2024 – zoning Ordinance No. 20240516-003 rezoned 600 Cumberland and 2610 S. 1st from GR-V to GR-V-ETOD-DBETOD and 2612 S 1st Street from GR to GR-ETOD-DBETOD. 6 ITEM04/6-PRESENTATION SMART-compliant Project Overview • 118 for-rent units: 60% MFI: 23 Units 80% MFI: 36 Units Market: 59 Units 6,722 SF – Ground Floor Retail & Restaurant • Parking: • 84 auto spaces provided • 0.7 auto spaces/unit • 9 bicycle spaces 7 ITEM04/7-PRESENTATION Request We respectfully request your approval of the request for a variance of the following Equitable Transit Oriented Development (ETOD) compatibility requirements set forth in LDC §25-2-654(H): 1. 2. (3) that requires any structure that is located less than 50 feet from any part of a triggering property may not exceed 60 feet. (3) that requires any structure that is located less than 2’-4 27/32” to 5’-6” (varies) from any part of a triggering property may not exceed 60 feet. (4)(a) that requires a compatibility buffer width of 25 feet from a triggering property. (4)(a) that requires a compatibility buffer width of 2’-4 27/32” to 5’-6” (varies) from a triggering property. 8 ITEM04/8-PRESENTATION ETOD Compatibility 99 ITEM04/9-PRESENTATION Requested Compatibility 1010 ITEM04/10-PRESENTATION BOA Required Findings 1. The requirement does not allow for a reasonable use of property; Non-standard shape of the site and the narrow southern lot. Buffer removes approximately 31% of the site area from development. 2. The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property and is not generally …
2003 Arpdale Street BOA Presentation DECEMBER 2024 ITEM06/1-PRESENTATION Variance Summary § 25-2-492 – Decrease the minimum side setback from 5 ft to 4 ft § 25-2-773 – Decrease the minimum lot size from 5,750 square feet to 5,500 square feet – Decrease the minimum rear setback from 10 ft to 5.5 ft Below is a site plan of the building which has been in its current form since the early 1990’s 2 ITEM06/2-PRESENTATION Unique Circumstances and Characteristics Reliance on TCAD • Owner relied on TCAD when purchasing the home in 2012 • TCAD reports the site area as 5,752.90 sf 3 ITEM06/3-PRESENTATION Unique Circumstances and Characteristics Minor Reduction in Lot Size • Most properties in the subdivision were platted in the forties or fifties at 6,000 square feet or more, and so they were unaffected when the minimum lot size of 5750 sf went into effect. It appears, however, that sometime after the house and garage were built, a portion of this lot was sold. The resulting deficiency was not recognized until recently. This circumstance is unique within this area. Converted in 1990’s • Not all lots in the area have a structure built in 1949 that was converted to an accessory dwelling in the early 1990’s. Poor Record Keeping and Enforcement • Poor construction record keeping and poor permit enforcement results in the owner inheriting an unpermitted accessory dwelling. Setbacks have been in place since 1949 • The structure and foundation have been in place since 1949, so the setback can not change. 4 ITEM06/4-PRESENTATION Support for Approval Neighborhood Support (verified by signatures). • Over 80% of the owners within 300 ft are in support of the variance • No recorded problems or complaints with structure used as an ADU. • Neighbors felt like this variance is a non-issue since this request involves an existing structure already being used as an ADU. • They do not feel like this ADU should be subject to regulations intended to limit the amount of new construction and conversions in the area. 5 ITEM06/5-PRESENTATION Support for Approval No History of Issues • No complaints against the house or ADU have been recorded for over 64 years • Verified by open record request Existing Structure 64 years • Site has been in its current use for over 30 years • Site has been in its current configuration for over • Several other houses in …
A FREESTANDING SIGN " 4 - ' 4 1 A 15'-1” " 9 - ' 8 4 1 2211 Pech . , TX 77055 832-727-5415 MCDONALDS # 39737 6320 ED BLUESTEIN BLVD AUSTIN TX 77449 CITY OF AUSTIN BE 6-8-2024 P:\2024 JOBS\M\MCDDONALDS#39737 MCDONALDS -AUSTIN TX.CDR 0-0-23 Revised 0-0-23 Revised THIS SIGN IS INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARTICLE 600 OF THE NEC AND/OR OTHER APPLICABLE LOCAL CODE. THIS INCLUDES PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING OF SIGN. SCALE: 1” = 433.0” C 2024 THIS DRAWING AND ANY PLANS, IDEAS OR ARRANGEMENTS ARE PROPERTY OF TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ITEM08/1-PRESENTATION SIGN A CODE ALLOWS 35’ OAH REQUESTING ADDITIONAL 25’ FOR A TOTAL OF 60’ OAH CODE ALLOWS 104.65 SQ FT REQUESTING ADDITIONAL 210.36 SQ FT FOR A TOTAL OF 314.86 SQ FT 278.75 SQ FT 36.11 SQ FT 2211 Pech . , TX 77055 832-727-5415 MCDONALDS # 39737 6320 ED BLUESTEIN BLVD AUSTIN TX 77449 CITY OF AUSTIN BE 6-8-2024 P:\2024 JOBS\M\MCDDONALDS#39737 MCDONALDS -AUSTIN TX.CDR 0-0-23 Revised 0-0-23 Revised THIS SIGN IS INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARTICLE 600 OF THE NEC AND/OR OTHER APPLICABLE LOCAL CODE. THIS INCLUDES PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING OF SIGN. C 2024 THIS DRAWING AND ANY PLANS, IDEAS OR ARRANGEMENTS ARE PROPERTY OF TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ITEM08/2-PRESENTATION 223.375 x 720.0 " 0 - ' 0 6 " 0 - ' 0 6 2211 Pech . , TX 77055 832-727-5415 MCDONALDS # 39737 6320 ED BLUESTEIN BLVD AUSTIN TX 77449 CITY OF AUSTIN BE 6-8-2024 P:\2024 JOBS\M\MCDDONALDS#39737 MCDONALDS -AUSTIN TX.CDR 0-0-23 Revised 0-0-23 Revised THIS SIGN IS INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF ARTICLE 600 OF THE NEC AND/OR OTHER APPLICABLE LOCAL CODE. THIS INCLUDES PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING OF SIGN. Scale: 1” = 588.5” Scale: 1” = 724.0” C 2024 THIS DRAWING AND ANY PLANS, IDEAS OR ARRANGEMENTS ARE PROPERTY OF TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ITEM08/3-PRESENTATION 223.375 x 720.0 " 0 - ' 0 6 " 0 - ' 0 6 Scale: 1” = 529.0” Scale: 1” = 1895.0” C 2024 THIS DRAWING AND ANY PLANS, IDEAS OR ARRANGEMENTS ARE PROPERTY OF TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY TEXAS REPUBLIC SIGNS LLC. 2211 Pech . , TX …
Case # C15-2024-0037 4521 Merle Drive Presenter: Charles Harrell December 9, 2024 ITEM09/1-PRESENTATION 2 ITEM09/2-PRESENTATION ITEM09/3-PRESENTATION ITEM09/4-PRESENTATION ITEM09/5-PRESENTATION 4521 Merle Dr. Lot Details Zoned SF-3-NP (South Manchaca Neighborhood Plan) Narrow Lot Mature Trees Duplex in back of lot Driveway single lane – 9’11” wide Existing carport set back 43’11” from front of property line Carport is 27’6” in front of building facade ITEM09/6-PRESENTATION ITEM09/7-PRESENTATION ITEM09/8-PRESENTATION
913 Capitol Ct Austin, TX 78756 Board of Adjustments Lot Area Variance Request December 9th, 2024 ITEM10/1-PRESENTATION Presentation Outline General Orientation Property and subdivision location Adjacent properties Overview of Variance Requested from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-773 (Duplex, Two-Unit, and Three- Unit Residential Uses) (B) (1) to decrease the minimum lot size from 5,750 square feet (required) to 5,158 square feet (requested) in order to complete a Two-Unit Residential in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (Brentwood Neighborhood Plan) Initial Concept Design ITEM10/2-PRESENTATION Property Location ITEM10/3-PRESENTATION Subdivision Original Plat ITEM10/4-PRESENTATION Subdivision Adjacent Properties (Area Character) ITEM10/5-PRESENTATION Capitol Ct Streetscape 1 2 ITEM10/6-PRESENTATION Variance Overview The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-773 (Duplex, Two- Unit, and Three-Unit Residential Uses) (B) (1) to decrease the minimum lot size from 5,750 square feet (required) to 5,158 square feet (requested) in order to complete a Two-Unit Residential in an “SF-3-NP”, Single- Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (Brentwood Neighborhood Plan) *No other variances requested, building and impervious coverages shall be based on the actual lot area. *Applicant seeking authorization for two-unit unit use and does not require the variance to extend to three-unit uses. Note: 25-2-773 - DUPLEX, TWO-UNIT, AND THREE-UNIT RESIDENTIAL USES. (A) To the extent of conflict, this section supersedes the base zoning district regulations. (B) For a duplex, two-unit, and three-unit residential use: (1) minimum lot area is 5,750 square feet; (2) minimum front yard setback is 15 feet; (3) minimum rear yard setback is: (a) the base zoning district minimum rear yard setback; or (b) five feet when the lot is adjacent to: (i) an alley; or (ii) another lot with a use that is permitted in a multifamily base zoning district or less restrictive base zoning district; (4) minimum street-side yard setback for a lot located on a corner and: (a) on a Level 1 street is the greater of five feet from the property line or 10 feet from curb, or in the absence of curbs, from the edge of the pavement; or (b) on a Level 2, Level 3, or Level 4 street is 10 feet from the property line; (5) minimum number of street-facing entrances is one; (6) maximum building coverage is 40 percent; and (7) maximum impervious cover is 45 percent. ITEM10/7-PRESENTATION Hardship Overview This lot is located on a dead-end cul-de-sac …
4906 Lynnwood ADU Case #C15-2024-0047 Bhavani Singal Principal Architect Workshop No. 5 REQUESTS A variance from the following: COVER PAGE 1. Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) to decrease the minimum interior side yard setback from 5 feet (required) to 2 feet 5 inches (requested) and 2. Section 25-2-515 (Rear yard of Through Lot) & Section 25-2-773 (Duplex, Two-Unit, and Three-Unit Residential Uses) (B) (3) A) to decrease the minimum rear yard setback from 15 feet (required) to 3 feet (requested) B) in order to complete and change the use of an existing detached garage to a Two-Unit Residential in an "SF-3", Single-Family Residence zoning district. This proposal has been approved by Austin Energy. WORKSHOP NO. 5ARCHITECTURE & INTERIORS5409 WOODROW AVE, UNIT C AUSTIN, TX 78756512.710.9705www.workshopno5.com4906 LYNNWOOD #C15-2024-0047BOA VARIANCE REQUEST PRESENTATIONDEC 9, 2024ITEM11/1-PRESENTATION This project is about keeping a family together. They have owned and lived on this property for four generations. Mr. Azar wants to remodel the garage/ADU to be a habitable residence for his daughter, a first-year teacher at Graham Elementary School. The garage was built in 1937 and has been in its current location since before it was annexed by the City in 1946, before Tyler was a street, and before all the homes around it with the exception of the historic ranch house at 4811 Sinclair Ave. The slab of the structure was poured by the current owner’s grandfather, a master cement finisher, and it is a strong and valuable asset. This project will not change the structure’s distance from the street or the powerlines, and Austin Energy has reviewed and approved the design. PROJECT SUMMARY The family is respectfully requesting setback variances similar to those granted to their immediate neighbors. Those neighbors and others have written letters supporting the variances. WORKSHOP NO. 5ARCHITECTURE & INTERIORS5409 WOODROW AVE, UNIT C AUSTIN, TX 78756512.710.9705www.workshopno5.com4906 LYNNWOOD #C15-2024-0047BOA VARIANCE REQUEST PRESENTATIONDEC 9, 2024ITEM11/2-PRESENTATION 1977 AERIAL VIEW Garage 1984 AERIAL VIEW Private Drive T y l e r S t . Private Drive T y l e r S t . L y n n w o o d S t . L y n n w o o d S t . Tyler Street Tyler Street TYLER ST GRAVEL DRIVEWAY RAISED GARDEN BEDS LOT 3 LOT 3 7,507 Sq. Ft. 7,507 Sq. Ft. GREENHOUSE 15' REAR SETBACK PER THROUGH-LOT REGULATIONS LOT 2 LOT 2 5' SIDE YARD SETBACK EXISTING GARAGE …
December 3, 2024 Scott Jacobs 2003 Arpdale St Austin TX, 78704 Re: C15-2024-0042 Property Description: W 55FT OF LOT 16 BLK 8 RABB INWOOD HILLS Dear Scott, 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 25-2- 492 and 25-2-773(B)(1) & (B)(3) at 2003 Arpdale Street. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, 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. Rosemary Avila, Planning Officer Infrastructure Services | Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8488 Rosemary.avilla@austinenergy.com
December 3, 2024 April Brown 12221 N Mopac Expy Svrd Nb Austin TX, 78758 Re: C16-2024-0002 Property Description: 36.3670 A LOT 1 BLK B CENTRUM SUBD THE RESUB OF BLK B & E Dear April, 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- 124(B), (B)(1)(b), (B)(2), (F), (G) and Section 25-2-191(E), (F)(1), (F)(2) at 12221 N MOPAC EXPY SERVICE ROAD NB. Austin Energy does not oppose the request, provided that any proposed or existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, 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. Rosemary Avila, Planning Officer Infrastructure Services | Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8488 Rosemary.avilla@austinenergy.com
REGULAR MEETING of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT December 9, 2024 AT 5:30PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required email for elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-2202. remote participation by telephone. To remotely, register speak to ___ Bianca A Medina-Leal ___ Brian Poteet ___ Margaret Shahrestani ___ Janel Venzant ___ Michael Von Ohlen ___ Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: ___Jessica Cohen (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice-Chair) ___Thomas Ates ___Jeffery Bowen ___Marcel Gutierrez-Garza ___Yung-ju Kim The Board of Adjustment may go into closed session to receive advice from legal counsel regarding any item on this agenda (Private consultation with legal counsel – Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code). AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment Special Called meeting on November 14, 2024. On-Line Link: Draft Minutes for November 14, 2024 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases. Previous Postponed Variance cases: 2. C15-2024-0028 3. Haim Joseph Mahlof for Wendy Jo Peterson 1406 S 3rd Street On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting the following variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-779 (Small Lot Single-Family Residential Use) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 15 feet (required) to 5 feet (requested) in order to attach a second story deck in a “SF-4A-NP”, Single- Family - Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Plan). C15-2024-0031 Victoria Haase for Austin Area School for Dyslexics, Inc. 2615 ½ Hillview Road 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): Height Requirements to increase the height from 35 feet (maximum allowed) to 50 On-Line Link: ITEM03 ADV PACKET PART1, PART2, PART3, PART4; NO PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land …
Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association December 3, 2024 RE: Board of Adjustments Public Hearing – December 9, 2024 ITEM02: C15-2024-0028; Project Address: 1406 S 3rd St. (District 9) Variance Request: decrease the minimum front yard setback from 15 feet (required) to 5 feet (requested). The Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association (BCNA)Steering Committee is unopposed to this variance request. Due to the timing of our General Association Meeting on December 10th and the scheduled meeting of the Board of Adjustment on December 9th, we cannot provide the applicant with any other decision regarding this variance request. The timing of the information we received from the applicant’s representative did not allow us to take a vote on this case before the December 9th meeting date. BCNA Bylaws require a vote of the General Association membership to provide a letter of support for the variance. BCNA zoning committee met with the applicant on October 14th, 2024, to discuss the case and provide feedback to the applicant. The Bouldin Creek Executive Committee is unopposed to this variance. Sincerely, Thom Parker, President Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association CC: Joseph Mahlof, Project Manager, Green Bay Remodeling Inc , Wendy Jo Peterson Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association, P.O. Box 3683, Austin, Texas 78764 ITEM02/1-LATE BACKUP
December 2, 2024 Board of Adjustment City of Austin Via Electronic Delivery Re: C15-2024-0031 – 2615-1/2 Hillview Road – Rawson Saunders School Dear Chair and Board Members, On behalf of Austin Area School for Dyslexics, also known as Rawson Saunders School, we request a postponement of the public hearing for this case to the January 13, 2025 hearing date. Please contact our office should you have questions or need additional information. Thank you for your time and attention to these applications. Kind regards, Victoria Haase www.throwerdesign.com P . O . B O X 4 1 9 5 7 , A U S T I N , T E X A S 7 8 7 0 4 1 5 0 7 I N G L E W O O D S T . , A U S T I N , T E X A S 7 8 7 4 1 ITEM03/1-PPMT REQ
ITEM03/1-WANG LTR <image001.png> Elaine Ramirez Planner Senior Board of Adjustment Liaison Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, TX 78752 Office: 512-974-2202 E-mail: elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov DevelopmentATX.com <image002.png> <image003.png> <image004.png> <image005.png> 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 DSD Customer Service Feedback Form - Formstack From: Holly Reed Sent: Monday, November 4, 2024 11:31 AM To: Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Cc: Blake Tollett < Subject: Re: Board of Adjustment C15-2024-0031 External Email - Exercise Caution So am I safe to assume that the cases which were scheduled to be heard on Nov. 18 are moving to Nov. 14, including C15-2024-0031? On Nov 4, 2024, at 11:17 AM, Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> wrote: Yes it was an issue with City Clerk’s office. Long story short we cannot just change the date on the BOA webpage even though City Clerk’s office is the reason we had to change from the 18th to the 14th. We had to ITEM03/2-WANG LTR completely cancel the 18th on the webpage. We are still confused over here. LOL <image001.png> Elaine Ramirez Planner Senior Board of Adjustment Liaison Development Services Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, TX 78752 Office: 512-974-2202 E-mail: elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov DevelopmentATX.com <image002.png> <image003.png> <image004.png> <image005.png> 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 DSD Customer Service Feedback Form - Formstack From: Holly Reed < Sent: Monday, November 4, 2024 10:58 AM To: Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Cc: Blake Tollett < Subject: Re: Board of Adjustment C15-2024-0031 External Email - Exercise Caution Thank you for letting me know. The BoA web page says the entire meeting is cancelled and says nothing about the Nov. 14th meeting. Is there a draft agenda? We would like to know if C15-2024-0031 will be heard on Nov. 14th. ITEM03/3-WANG LTR Thank you, Holly …
ITEM04/1-OPPOSITIONS ITEM04/2-OPPOSITIONS ITEM04/3-OPPOSITIONS ITEM04/4-OPPOSITIONS applicant does not adequately address how their 118 unit, 87 foot tall multifamily design may actually impact the neighborhood. If the Board grants the variances, the extended height, added volume of units, lack of parking per unit, and proximity to single-family homes will have a very clear negative impact on the single-family neighbors. The applicant makes two main claims regarding this criterion: a) that there are other multifamily developments along S 1st, and b) there are other commercial buildings with less than 25 foot rear setbacks in the area. In addressing a), the applicant is correct that there are multifamily developments along S 1st, but it is important to note that those developments are all 5 levels or fewer. They appear to maintain the 60 foot code-required setback height from the single-family homes in the area. As for b), there are several commercial businesses in the area which impinge on the 25 foot rear setback, however, all of those businesses are one level or less. Their impact on the adjacent single-family homes is minimal due to their low height. The proposed development will be so tall it will tower over the single-family homes on S 2nd and S 3rd Streets and “diminish privacy”. The added units provided by the added height will “increase traffic on adjacent streets,” and the lack of parking per unit will certainly make S 2nd St, S 3rd St, and Stacy Ln the de facto 24h/7days/week permanent parking for the residents. Also if granted the variances, the development will be the tallest structure along S. 1st between Barton Springs and Ben White. It clearly “exceeds the size and scale typical of properties in the vicinity” and therefore it WILL “alter area character.” (from BOA Community Guidebook) Furthermore, I’d like to note the lack of communication from the applicant and owner. · Neither party has reached out to me or my neighbors directly to discuss their proposed commercial building or how the variances may affect my single-family home. · The Galindo Elementary Neighborhood Association (GENA) president, Patty Sprinkle, had not heard from the developers until she personally reached out to Leah Boho Monday, Nov 11th. This case was originally scheduled to be heard on November 14th, but thankfully the Board postponed that meeting due to a lack of quorum. GENA asked the developer to present their project at our next neighborhood meeting. Please …
City of Austin Board of Adjustment Public Hearing 12/9/24 Request for Postponement of Case: C15-2024-0040 The Galindo Neighborhood Association (GENA) is requesting a postponement of C15-2024-0040, 600 CUMBERLAND ROAD, 2610 & 2612 S. 1st. for the following reasons: 1. Inadequate Communication Between Applicant and GENA The project site is within the known boundaries of the Galindo neighborhood; GENA was initially registered as an Interested Party in August of 2021. GENA has not received any further notice(s) regarding the site plan, project modifications or the site plan approval since that time. Multiple owners of adjacent triggering properties never received notification regarding approval of the proposed site plan. The applicant’s first communication with GENA was 11/11/24 and was initiated by GENA President; Patty Sprinkle. Ms. Sprinkle first learned of the proposed site plan from the Dawson Neighborhood Association which borders the project site. On behalf of GENA, Ms. Sprinkle organized a neighborhood meeting so that the applicant could present their proposed project to neighborhood residents. The meeting was held on 11/18/24 at 7pm at the South Austin Recreation Center and attended by at least 75 Galindo neighborhood residents. As of the deadline for submission of backup materials to the Board of Adjustments, the applicant has not replied to any of the many questions raised by those in attendance at the meeting. The applicant has been unresponsive to several Interested Party voice mail requests for additional information regarding the project. 2. Inadequate Time for GENA and Interested Parties to prepare for the BoA Hearing GENA and Interested Parties will need additional time to research the impact of the recent revisions to the Austin land use ordinances involving HOME and ETOD will have on the site plan and associated variance requests for this project. It is therefore critical that GENA and other stakeholders be given appropriate time to form a meaningful consensus and potentially seek council to better understand the impacts of the project. There have only been 7 business days since the initial presentation by the applicant at the GENA meeting of 11/18/24 and the deadline for backup material submission for the Board of Adjustments hearing due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Several of the most impacted homeowners and GENA board members will be unable to attend the December 9th hearing due to scheduling conflicts. ITEM04/1-PPMT REQUEST
I am writing to request a postponement to the January 2025 BOA hearing (case C16-2024-0002). Please let me know if you need anything else from me to confirm the postponement. External Email - Exercise Caution Ramirez Elaine RE: LAST REMINDER: December 9, 2024 Presentation & Virtual Registration deadline(s) Wednesday, December 4, 2024 2:59:22 PM image003.png image013.png image014.png image015.png image020.png image021.png image022.png image023.png image024.png image025.png image007.png image008.png image009.png image010.png image011.png From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Elaine, Thank you! April April Romero Brown Land Development Consultant Armbrust & Brown, PLLC 100 Congress Avenue, Suite 1300 Austin, Texas 78701-2744 (512) (512 - Direct - Facsimile Logo www.abaustin.com From: Ramirez, Elaine <Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov> Sent: Monday, December 2, 2024 9:14 AM Subject: LAST REMINDER: December 9, 2024 Presentation & Virtual Registration deadline(s) Importance: High Good morning Applicants on the Monday, December 9, 2024 BOA mtg. Agenda, THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE IS CONFIDENTIAL AND IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE NAMED ADDRESSEE(S). THIS MESSAGE MAY BE PROTECTED BY ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGE. IF THE READER OF THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE IS NOT AN INTENDED RECIPIENT (OR THE INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DELIVERY OF THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE TO AN INTENDED RECIPIENT), BE ADVISED THAT ANY REUSE, DISSEMINATION, DISTRIBUTION, OR COPYING OF THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE IS PROHIBITED. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS E-MAIL MESSAGE IN ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY THE SENDER AND DELETE THE MESSAGE. THANK YOU. If you are receiving this e-mail, I have not received your Presentation and/or Virtual speaker registration (if you wish to speak virtually) for the Monday, December 9, 2024 BOA meeting. No late virtual Speakers or Presentations will be accepted after the deadline of Monday, December 2nd, before 3 p.m. Please remember you will need to submit a Presentation and Virtual Registration each month you go before the Board, even if you have gone the previous month(s). We cannot accept USB’s or copies of Presentations the day of meeting, it all must be submitted by the deadline(s) provided in this e-mail. Please read this entire e-mail carefully and note all deadlines The deadline to submit the Presentation (must be submitted in PDF format or PowerPoint) is Monday, December 2nd, before 3p.m. You will need to submit a Presentation each month you go before the Board, even if you have gone the previous month(s) Presentation: If you would like the Board to follow along with you as you are giving your presentation (You will have 5 …