CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet C-1 DATE: February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C16-2022-0001 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Esteban Arrieta OWNER: Eames Gilmore ADDRESS: 10107 RESEARCH BLVD SVRD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-123 (Expressway Corridor Sign District Regulations) (B) (3), to exceed sign height of 35 feet (maximum allowed) to 45 feet (requested) in order to complete signage for Target store in a “NBG-NP”, North Burnet Gateway-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (Gateway Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-123 Expressway Corridor Sign Regulations (B) This subsection prescribes regulations for freestanding signs. (3) The sign height may not exceed the greater of: (a) 35 feet above frontage street pavement grade; or (b) 20 feet above grade at the base of the sign. BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022 (AE DENIAL) 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: FINDING: 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 Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet D-1 DATE: February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C16-2021-0011 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel -OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___N____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade -OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Renee Bornn OWNER: Villas Rio, LP ADDRESS: 2111 RIO GRANDE ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs), requesting a total of 1 sign(s) on the property: a) (F) to allow one (1) wall signs above the second floor (maximum allowed) to the eight floor (requested) b) (H) to allow for the one (1) sign(s) to all be illuminated in order to provide signage for the Villas on Rio Grande in a “GO-MU, LO-NP, MF-4-NP”, General Office- Mixed Use, Limited Office, Multi-Family– Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West University Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-133 University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning Districts Signs (F) No signs may be placed above the second floor of a building, except for a non-electric sign that is engraved, cut into the building surface, or otherwise inlaid to become part of the building. (H) A sign may not be illuminated or contain electronic images or moving parts. BOARD’S DECISION: Oct 11, 2021 BOA MEETING POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 8, 2021 BY BOARD MEMBERS (AS REQUESTED BY APPLICANT); Nov 8, 2021 POSTPONED TO DEC 13, 2021 (per applicant); Dec 13, 2021 POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 BY APPLICANT; Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; Feb 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to approve; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 10-1 vote (Board member Richard Smith nay); GRANTED. 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: the preservation of the historical building located on the site plan of the building takes up a substantial portion of the 2nd floor availability for illuminated signage on the front of the building OR, 2. The granting of this variance will not …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-1 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0001 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___N____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ____-___Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Stephen Hawkins OWNER: Morgan and Lydia Mills ADDRESS: 3002 RIVERCREST DR VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 40 feet (required) to 25 feet (requested) in order to erect a Single Family residence in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: BOA meeting Jan 10 2022-Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; Feb 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Brooke Bailey motions to postpone to March 14, 2022; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 10-1 vote (Board member Darryl Pruett nay); POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: ______________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison ____________________________ Jessica Cohen Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-10 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0019 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) OWNER/APPLICANT: Andrew Ryan Thompson ADDRESS: 607 E 49TH ST Section 25-2-774 (Two-Family Residential Use) (C) (5) (b) from 550 square feet on VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting variance(s) from the Land Development Code, a) the second story (maximum allowed), to 864 square feet (requested) b) Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2, Development Standards Section 2.1 (Maximum Development Permitted) to increase the F.A.R from 40% (required) to 45.7% (requested) in order to remodel an existing detached Two-Family residential structure in an “SF-3-NCCD-NP”, Single-Family Residence- Neighborhood Conservation Combining District Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (North Hyde Park NCCD Neighborhood Plan) Note: Per LDC 25-2-774 TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL USE (C) The second dwelling unit: (5) may not exceed: (a) 1,100 total square feet or a floor-to-area ratio of 0.15, whichever is smaller; and (b) 550 square feet on the second story, if any; and (6) may not be used as a short term rental for more than 30 days in a calendar year if the second dwelling unit was constructed after October 1, 2015. Per Subchapter F: The maximum amount of development permitted on a property subject to this Subchapter is limited to the greater of 0.4 to 1.0 floor-to-area ratio or 2,300 square feet of gross floor area, as defined in Section 3.3. Floor-to-area ratio shall be measured using gross floor area as defined in Section 3.3, except that the lot area of a flag lot is calculated consistent with the requirements of Section 25-1-22 (Measurements). BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022 (AE DENIAL) FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: ______________________________ …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-2 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0004 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___A____Darryl Pruett ABSTAINED ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) OWNER/APPLICANT: Ethan Goodwin ADDRESS: 1012 SHELLEY AVE VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet (required) to 21.7 feet (requested) in order to maintain a Single-Family residence in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family - Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Old West Austin Neighborhood Plan) BOARD’S DECISION: BOA MEETING JAN 10, 2022 Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; FEB 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to approve; Board Member Brooke Bailey seconds on a 10-0-1 vote (Board members Darryl Pruett abstained); GRANTED. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: they attempted to restore a hoe in the West Line National Register Historic District to its original state but are prevented from doing so because of the extent of demolition work required. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: this building is contributing to the West Line National Register Historic District the building is a non-complying structure that sits over the 25’ front yard setback at 21,7’, proposed work will remove non-original portions of the house at the rear and non-original front porch infill, restoring the house back to its historic footprint. (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: the other buildings in the immediate area have mostly been restored as we are attempting to do 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: this restoration work will only add to the historic character of the adjacent properties and to the West Line …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-3 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0010 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Christopher Paladino OWNER: Christopher Paladino ADDRESS: 4013 CLAWSON RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant has requested variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2 492 (D) (Site Development Regulations) to decrease the minimum lot width from 50 feet (required) to 34.8 feet (requested) for front lot and 49.82 feet (requested) for rear lot in order to subdivide the current lot into 2 lots and build 2 new single family homes and 2 new second dwelling units on each lot in a “SF-3”, Single-Family Residence zoning district. BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022 (AE DENIAL) FINDING: because: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: ______________________________ ____________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-4 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0011 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Jonathan Kaplan OWNER: David Scott Kosch ADDRESS: 2715 LONG BOW TRL increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) (a) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 percent or less from 35 percent (allowed) to 40 percent (requested) (b) percent and not more than 25 percent from 10 percent (allowed) to 40 percent (requested) (c) than 25 percent and not more than 35 percent from 5 percent (allowed) to 40 percent (requested) (d) 35 percent to 40 percent (requested), in order to complete a Single-Family residence in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope gradient greater than increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of more Note: This section of the Land Development Code applies to lots that are included in a subdivision plat recorded before April 22, 1982 or a tract that is not required to be platted. For the above address the Subdivision Plat was recorded on November 17, 1969 (E) This subsection specifies additional development standards based on slope gradient in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (2) On a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent, development is prohibited except for the construction of a fence, driveway, road or utility that cannot be reasonably placed elsewhere, or a non- mechanized pedestrian facility, such as a foot path, sidewalk, or stairs. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to postpone to March 14, 2022; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-5 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0012 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Jonathan Kaplan OWNER: David Scott Kosch ADDRESS: 2717 LONG BOW TRL increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) (a) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 percent or less from 35 percent (allowed) to 40 percent (requested) (b) percent and not more than 25 percent from 10 percent (allowed) to 40 percent (requested) (c) than 25 percent and not more than 35 percent from 5 percent (allowed) to 40 percent (requested) (d) 35 percent to 27 percent (requested), in order to complete a Single-Family residence in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope gradient greater than increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of more Note: This section of the Land Development Code applies to lots that are included in a subdivision plat recorded before April 22, 1982 or a tract that is not required to be platted. For the above address the Subdivision Plat was recorded on November 17, 1969 (E) This subsection specifies additional development standards based on slope gradient in a Lake Austin (LA) district. (2) On a slope with a gradient of more than 35 percent, development is prohibited except for the construction of a fence, driveway, road or utility that cannot be reasonably placed elsewhere, or a non- mechanized pedestrian facility, such as a foot path, sidewalk, or stairs. BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to postpone to March 14, 2022; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-6 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0013 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Janis Smith PE OWNER: Dana & Lenn Sellers ADDRESS: 3300 BLUE JAY LN Bldg BD (A) (1) to increase the dock length from the shoreline of 30 feet (allowed) to VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-1176 (Site Development Regulations for Docks, Marinas, and Other Lakefront Uses) from: a) 53.1 feet (requested) b) (allowed) to 16.4 feet (requested) in order to erect a boat dock in an “LA” Lake Austin Residence zoning district. (A) (4) (b) to increase the dock width parallel to the shoreline from 14 feet BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Darryl Pruett motions to approve; Board Member Michael Von Ohlen seconds on a 11-0 vote; GRANTED. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: the location is about 0.7 downstream of Mansfield Dam and the lakebed is rock, it’s swept clean of sediment by the force of the periodic releases from the dam, its not possible to dredge rock, the water depth is about 1.8 ‘ at lake-full conditions, that depth isn’t navigable for a ski boat and can’t be made navigable through dredging, the reconstructed dock is the same dock structure that was permitted in 2002. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: the property has shallow water and a lakebed impossible to dredge, the reconstructed dock is the same dock structure that was permitted in 2002. (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: the vast majority of dock sites on the lake can be rendered navigable by following current code restrictions. 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: this dock replaces a prior floating dock with the same extension into the …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-7 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0014 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: James Smith OWNER: Scott McElwain ADDRESS: 1208 HOLLY ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet (required) to 18 feet 2 ½ inches (requested) in order to erect a Single-Family residence in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Holly Neighborhood Plan) BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to approve with a condition no STR-Short-term rental in ADU; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 11-0 vote; GRANTED WITH A CONDITION NO STR-SHORT-TERM RENTAL IN ADU. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: the majority of structures facing Holly St are closer than the required 25’ setback per LDC Section 25-2-492, the use of setback averaging in this case yields equal to the 25’ setback, due to the through-lot nature of the property, LDC Section 25-2-492 establishes greater building setbacks. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: 1208 Holly St is a through-lot, the property has frontage on Holly St and on Taylor St triggering a 25’ setback on both the front and rear of the lot, the project intends to preserve the existing structure and protected size tree located at the rear of the property in order to retain the area’s character on Taylor St (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: The majority of surrounding lots are through lots and make use of multiple dwelling units on a single lot. 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Proposed development will not alter the area character as it will have 2 dwelling units on through lot, …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-8 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0017 __Y_____Thomas Ates __Y_____Brooke Bailey __Y_____Jessica Cohen __Y_____Melissa Hawthorne __Y_____Barbara Mcarthur __-_____Rahm McDaniel OUT __Y_____Darryl Pruett __Y_____Agustina Rodriguez __Y_____Richard Smith __Y_____Michael Von Ohlen __-_____Nicholl Wade OUT __Y_____Kelly Blume (Alternate) __Y_____Carrie Waller (Alternate) __-_____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Sanjiv Kumar OWNER: Sanjiv Kumar ADDRESS: 1210 ANGELINA ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations)(D) to decrease the minimum lot size requirement from 5,750 square feet (required) to 1,129 square feet (requested) in order to erect a Single-Family residence in a “SF- 3-NP”, Single-Family-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Central East Austin Neighborhood Plan). BOARD’S DECISION: The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to approve with a condition no STR-Short-term rental in ADU; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 11-0 vote; GRANTED WITH A CONDITION NO STR-SHORT-TERM RENTAL IN ADU. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: the minimum lot size (with small lot amnesty applied) is 2500 sqft more than twice this lot’s size and the lot has no value without the ability to construct a dwelling, it’s designated use is for a single family dwelling. 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: this is the smallest such tract in the vicinity (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: this is the smallest such tract in the vicinity 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: there are dwellings to the north and south of this proposed development the proposed front setbacks is in line with the setbacks of adjacent properties. ______________________________ ____________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-9 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0018 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Jason McNair OWNER: Paul Smith ADDRESS: 54 ANTHONY STREET Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, a) decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet (required) to 10.3 feet (requested) b) requirements from 4,000 square feet (required) to 3,380 square feet (requested) in order to erect a Single-Family residence with an attached garage in a “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family- Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Holly Neighborhood Plan) Section 25-2-943 (Substandard Lot) (B) (1) (a) to decrease the minimum Lot Size Note: 25-2-943 SUBSTANDARD LOT (B) A substandard lot may be used for a single- family residential use if the use is permitted in the zoning district in which the lot is located and the lot complies with the requirements of this subsection. (1) A substandard lot recorded in the county real property records before March 14, 1946 must: (a) have an area of not less than 4,000 square feet; and (b) be not less than 33 feet wide at the street or at the building line, or have access to a street by an easement that is: (i) not less than ten feet wide if it serves one lot, or not less than 18 feet wide if it serves more than one lot; (ii) not more than 150 feet in length; and (iii) maintained for access by the property owner. BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022 (AE DENIAL) FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: ______________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison ____________________________ Jessica Cohen Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet F-1 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2021-0097 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Nathan Hobbs OWNER: Gary J. Hobbs ADDRESS: 4315 AVENUE A VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code: a) Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) to decrease the minimum Lot Size requirements from 5,750 square feet (required) to 5,700 square feet (requested) and b) Section 25-2-947 (Nonconforming Use Regulation Groups) (B) (2) to increase the improvement value from 20% (allowed) to 60% (requested) in order to complete a remodel and addition of an existing home in a “SF-3-NCCD-NP”, Single-Family- Neighborhood Conservation Combining District-Neighborhood Plan zoning district (Hyde Park Neighborhood Plan). BOARD’S DECISION: BOA Meeting Oct 11, 2021-POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 8, 2021 BY BOARD MEMBERS (Due to not enough Board Members present at the meeting); Nov 8, 2021 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motions to postpone to December 13, 2021; Board Member Thomas Ates seconds on an 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO DECEMBER 13, 2021; Dec 13, 2021 POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 BY APPLICANT; Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022 BY APPLICANT FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: ______________________________ Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison ____________________________ Jessica Cohen Madam Chair for
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet F-2 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2021-0100 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___N____Darryl Pruett ___A____Agustina Rodriguez ABSTAINED ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___A____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ABSTAINED ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) OWNER/APPLICANT: Ian Ellis ADDRESS: 1003 KINNEY AVE VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code: Section 25-2-943 (B) (2) (a) (Substandard Lot) to decrease the minimum Lot Size requirements from 5,750 square feet (required) to 5,464 square feet (requested), (TCAD records show 5,740 sq. ft.) in order to erect a Single-Family residence with a Pool in a “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. Note: 25-2-943 SUBSTANDARD LOT (B) A substandard lot may be used for a single-family residential use if the use is permitted in the zoning district in which the lot is located and the lot complies with the requirements of this subsection. (2) A substandard lot recorded in the county real property records after March 14, 1946 must: (a) have an area of not less than 5,750 square feet. BOARD’S DECISION: BOA MEETING NOV 8, 2021 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motions to Postpone to December 13, 2021; Board Member Darryl Pruett seconds on a 9-0-2 vote (Board members Agustina Rodriguez and Carrie Waller Abstained); POSTPONED TO DECEMBER 13, 2021. Dec 13, 2021 Madam Chair Jessica Cohen motions to Postpone the remaining cases to January 10, 2022 at City Hall due to technical difficulties –internet issues; Board Member Rahm McDaniel seconds on a 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES-INTERNET ISSUES; Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; Feb 14 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to postpone to March 14, 2022; Board Member Brooke Bailey seconds on an 8-1-2 vote (Board members Darryl Pruett nay, Agustina Rodriguez and Carrie Waller abstained); POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet F-3 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2021-0101 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___N____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___N____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Michael Whellan OWNER: 201 E Koenig Ln, LTD. (Donald Reece) ADDRESS: 201 and 403 KOENIG LN/5613 Avenue F (C) (2) to increase height limit from three (3) stories and 40 feet (maximum allowed) to VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code Article 10, Compatibility Standards, Division 2 –Development Standards, Section 25-2-1063 (Height Limitations and Setbacks for Large Sites): a) 60 feet (requested) (C) (3) to increase allowed height from 40 feet plus one foot for each 10 feet of distance b) in excess of 100 feet from the property zoned SF-5 or more restrictive (maximum allowed) to 60 feet (requested) in order to erect a Vertical Mixed-use project with on-site affordable units and one acre of on-site, developed parkland in a “CS-MU-V-CO-NP”, General Commercial Services-Mixed Use-Vertical Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay – Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (North Loop Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code Section 25-2-1063 Height Limitations and Setbacks for Large Sites (C) (2) three stories and 40 feet, if the structure is more than 50 feet and not more than 100 feet from property. (C) (3) for a structure more than 100 feet but not more than 300 feet from property zoned SF-5 or more restrictive, 40 feet plus one foot for each 10 feet of distance in excess of 100 feet from the property zoned SF-5 or more restrictive. BOARD’S DECISION: BOA DEC 13, 2021 MEETING Madam Chair Jessica Cohen motions to Postpone the remaining cases to January 10, 2022 at City Hall due to technical difficulties –internet issues; Board Member Rahm McDaniel seconds on a 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES- INTERNET ISSUES; Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; Feb 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motions to approve; Board Member Michael Von Ohlen seconds on a 9-2 vote (Board members Barbara Mcarthur and Darryl Pruett nay); GRANTED. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable …
AGENDA MEETING MINUTES February 14, 2022 The Board of Adjustment meeting convened on Monday, February 14, 2022. 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. Madam Jessica Cohen (Chair) called the Board Meeting to order at 5:32 p.m. Board Members in Attendance (in person): Madam Jessica Cohen (Chair), Richard Smith Board Members in Attendance (virtually via teleconference): Thomas Ates, Brooke Bailey, Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair), Barbara Mcarthur, Darryl Pruett, Agustina Rodriguez, Michael Von Ohlen, Kelly Blume (Alternate), Carrie Waller (Alternate) Board Members Absent: Rahm McDaniel, Nicholl Wade City Staff in Attendance: Elaine Ramirez (Board Liaison), Erika Lopez (Board Attorney) and Diana Ramirez (Board Secretary) EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Board of Adjustment may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda.NONE A. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM Staff requests approval December 13, 2021 draft minutes A-1 On-Line Link: Item A-1 Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motions to approve the minutes for December 13, 2021, Board member Brooke Bailey seconds on a 10-0-1 votes (Board member Carrie Waller abstained); APPROVED MINUTES FOR DECEMBER 13, 2021. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM B-1 Staff and Applicant requests for postponement and withdraw of items posted on this Agenda Requesting postponement/withdrawal by applicant/staff for Items C-1, E-3, E-9, E- 10 and F-1. Board member Michael Von Ohlen motions to approve postpone requests for Items C-1, E-3, E-9, E-10 and F-1 to March 14, 2022, Board member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on an 11-0 vote; APPROVED POSTPONED REQUESTS FOR ITEMS C-1, E-3, E-9, E-10 AND F-1 TO MARCH 14, 2022 AS REQUESTED. SIGNS NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS C-1 C16-2022-0001 Esteban Arrieta for Eames Gilmore 10107 Research Boulevard SVBD On-Line Link: Item C-1; NO PRESENTATION; AE REPORT The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-123 …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet D-1 DATE: February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C16-2021-0011 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___Y____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel -OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___N____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade -OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Renee Bornn OWNER: Villas Rio, LP ADDRESS: 2111 RIO GRANDE ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs), requesting a total of 1 sign(s) on the property: a) (F) to allow one (1) wall signs above the second floor (maximum allowed) to the eight floor (requested) b) (H) to allow for the one (1) sign(s) to all be illuminated in order to provide signage for the Villas on Rio Grande in a “GO-MU, LO-NP, MF-4-NP”, General Office- Mixed Use, Limited Office, Multi-Family– Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West University Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-133 University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning Districts Signs (F) No signs may be placed above the second floor of a building, except for a non-electric sign that is engraved, cut into the building surface, or otherwise inlaid to become part of the building. (H) A sign may not be illuminated or contain electronic images or moving parts. BOARD’S DECISION: Oct 11, 2021 BOA MEETING POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 8, 2021 BY BOARD MEMBERS (AS REQUESTED BY APPLICANT); Nov 8, 2021 POSTPONED TO DEC 13, 2021 (per applicant); Dec 13, 2021 POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 BY APPLICANT; Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; Feb 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motions to approve with condition to be dark sky compatible lumen output; Board Member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on a 10-1 vote (Board member Richard Smith nay); GRANTED WITH CONDITION TO BE DARK SKY COMPATIBLE LUMEN OUTPUT. 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: the preservation of the historical building located on the site plan of the building takes up a substantial portion of the 2nd floor availability …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet F-3 DATE: Monday February 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2021-0101 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___N____Barbara Mcarthur ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___N____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen ___-____Nicholl Wade OUT ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Y____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___-____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Michael Whellan OWNER: 201 E Koenig Ln, LTD. (Donald Reece) ADDRESS: 201 and 403 KOENIG LN/5613 Avenue F VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code Article 10, Compatibility Standards, Division 2 –Development Standards, Section 25-2-1063 (Height Limitations and Setbacks for Large Sites): a) 60 feet (requested) (C) (3) to increase allowed height from 40 feet plus one foot for each 10 feet of distance b) in excess of 100 feet from the property zoned SF-5 or more restrictive (maximum allowed) to 60 feet (requested) in order to erect a Vertical Mixed-use project with on-site affordable units and one acre of on-site, developed parkland in a “CS-MU-V-CO-NP”, General Commercial Services-Mixed Use-Vertical Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay – Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (North Loop Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code Section 25-2-1063 Height Limitations and Setbacks for Large Sites (C) (2) three stories and 40 feet, if the structure is more than 50 feet and not more than 100 feet from property. (C) (3) for a structure more than 100 feet but not more than 300 feet from property zoned SF-5 or more restrictive, 40 feet plus one foot for each 10 feet of distance in excess of 100 feet from the property zoned SF-5 or more restrictive. (C) (2) to increase height limit from three (3) stories and 40 feet (maximum allowed) to BOARD’S DECISION: BOA DEC 13, 2021 MEETING Madam Chair Jessica Cohen motions to Postpone the remaining cases to January 10, 2022 at City Hall due to technical difficulties –internet issues; Board Member Rahm McDaniel seconds on a 11-0 vote; POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES- INTERNET ISSUES; Jan 10, 2022 BOA meeting cancelled due to not having a quorum present at meeting, case will auto be scheduled and re-notified to February 14, 2021; Feb 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motions to approve, Board Member Michael Von Ohlen seconds on an 8-3 vote (Board members Barbara Mcarthur, Agustina Rodriguez and Darryl Pruett nay); DENIED; Board member Agustina Rodriguez …
AGENDA MEETING MINUTES December 13, 2021 The Board of Adjustment meeting convened on Monday, December 13, 2021. 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. Madam Jessica Cohen (Chair) called the Board Meeting to order at 5:45 p.m. Board Members in Attendance (in person): Madam Jessica Cohen (Chair), Brooke Bailey, Rahm McDaniel, Barbara Mcarthur, Agustina Rodriguez, Nicholl Wade, Kelly Blume (Alternate) Board Members in Attendance (virtually via teleconference): Thomas Ates, Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair), Darryl Pruett, Michael Von Ohlen Board Members Absent: Richard Smith City Staff in Attendance: Elaine Ramirez (Board Liaison), Erika Lopez (Board Attorney) and Diana Ramirez (Board Secretary) EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The Board of Adjustment may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda.NONE A. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM Staff requests approval November 8, 2021 draft minutes A-1 On-Line Link: Item A-1 A-1/1 Board Member Brooke Bailey motions to approve the minutes for November 8, 2021, Board member Rahm McDaniel seconds on a 7-0 votes (Board members virtual- no vote); APPROVED MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 8, 2021. B. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM B-1 Staff and Applicant requests for postponement and withdraw of items posted on this Agenda Requesting postponement/withdrawal by applicant for Items C-1, E-1 and D-3. Board member Brooke Bailey motions to approve postpone/withdraw requests for Items C-1 and E-1 postpone to January 10, 2022 and D-3 withdraw, Board member Melissa Hawthorne seconds on an 11-0 vote; APPROVED POSTPONED/ WITHDRAWN REQUESTS FOR ITEMS C-1 AND E-1 POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 AND D-3 WITHDRAWN AS REQUESTED. C. SIGNS PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS C-1 C16-2021-0011 Renee Bornn for Villas Rio, LP 2111 Rio Grande Street On-Line Link: Item C-1; NO PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet C-1 DATE: December 13, 2021 CASE NUMBER: C16-2021-0011 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne (abstained) _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Vacant (Alternate) APPLICANT: Renee Bornn OWNER: Villas Rio, LP ADDRESS: 2111 RIO GRANDE ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs), requesting a total of 1 sign(s) on the property: a) (F) to allow one (1) wall signs above the second floor (maximum allowed) to the eight floor (requested) b) (H) to allow for the one (1) sign(s) to all be illuminated in order to provide signage for the Villas on Rio Grande in a “GO-MU, LO-NP, MF-4-NP”, General Office- Mixed Use, Limited Office, Multi-Family– Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (West University Neighborhood Plan) Note: The Land Development Code sign regulations 25-10-133 University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning Districts Signs (F) No signs may be placed above the second floor of a building, except for a non-electric sign that is engraved, cut into the building surface, or otherwise inlaid to become part of the building. C-1/1 (H) A sign may not be illuminated or contain electronic images or moving parts. BOARD’S DECISION: Oct 11, 2021 BOA MEETING POSTPONED TO NOVEMBER 8, 2021 BY BOARD MEMBERS (AS REQUESTED BY APPLICANT); Nov 8, 2021 POSTPONED TO DEC 13, 2021 (per applicant); Dec 13, 2021 POSTPONED TO JANUARY 10, 2022 BY APPLICANT 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 ____________________________ forC-1/2 CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet C-1 DATE: November 8, 2021 CASE NUMBER: C16-2021-0011 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne (abstained) _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett …
