REGULAR MEETING of the DESIGN COMMISSION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Design Commission 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 for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Nicole Corona, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Jon Salinas, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Conners Ladner AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck Vacancy, District 6 The first five speakers signed up prior 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on October 28, 2024. 1. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by John Rigdon, Waterloo Greenway, regarding an update on the Palm Park design process. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission per City Code § 2-1-140. 4. Update from the representative of the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board regarding the meeting on November 18, 2024. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Note: City Code requires two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed at the meeting, the members’ silence indicates approval for staff to include on the next agenda. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call or email Nicole Corona at the Planning Department, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on …
1. DESIGN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 The Design Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, located at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Chair Salinas called the Design Commission meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jon Salinas, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Conners Ladner Ben Luckens Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Marissa McKinney PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on September 23, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 09/23/2024 were approved on Commissioner Howard’s motion, Vice Chair Meiners’ second on an 8-0-1 vote. Commissioner Carroll abstained. Commissioner Wallace was off the dais. One vacancy on the dais. STAFF BRIEFINGS 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 4. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Corridor Program. Presented by Eric Bailey, Capital Delivery Services Department. The presentation was made by Eric Bailey, Capital Delivery Services Department. Staff briefing regarding the Red River Cultural District. Presented by Donald Jackson, Economic Development Department. The presentation was made by Donald Jackson, Economic Development Department. Discussion and action to recommend the Equity-based Preservation Plan to City Council. Presented by Cara Bertron, Planning Department. The motion to recommend the Equity-based Preservation Plan to City Council was approved on Commissioner Wittstruck’s motion, Chair Salinas’ second on a 10-0 vote. One vacancy on the dais. Discussion and action to recommend to City Council whether the project 305 W MLK, located at 305 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Victoria Haase, Thrower Design. The motion that the project 305 W MLK, located at 305 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, does not comply with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii) was approved with the following friendly amendments on motion by Commissioner Howard, seconded by Vice Chair Meiners on a 9-0-1 vote. Commissioner Carroll abstained. One vacancy on the dais. The friendly amendment from Vice Chair Meiners was that the project is not in compliance with the following Urban Design Guidelines: AW.5 – Incorporate Civic Art in Both Public and Private Development PS.1 – Protect the …
Palm Park COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OVERVIEW Context: Waterloo Greenway Engagement Report PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT REPORT Available Online waterloogreenway.org/future Engagement Phases 1 2 3 GROUNDING June 2023–August Complete ENVISIONING September–November Complete CO-CREATING December–April 2024 Complete Project Launches Planning & Outreach Begins Gallery Walk Open Houses (2) Outreach Continues Small Group Conversations (5) Pop-Up Activity: Creek Show Virtual Survey Planning Phase III Review & Analyze Data Design Scenarios Phase III Outreach Public Meeting (1) Project Report Engagement Timeline JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2024 Project Launch Phase I Outreach Begins Virtual Survey Launches Small Group Conversations (Mtg #2) Creek Show Pop-Up Phase III Planning Gallery Walk Open Houses (Mtg #1) Public Meeting (Mtg #3) Summary Report Phase II Outreach Begins Engagement Strategies Tabling Events Flyering Block Walking Email Campaigns Partner Promotion Community Leader Outreach Marketing (social media, e-newsletters, press) Engagement - Overview SMALL GROUP CONVOS SURVEYS DESIGN CONVOS 93 93 30 9 Spanish Speakers + 84 English Speakers 54 Virtual + 39 Paper Surveys Completed 109 Comments 11 Palm School Alum 9 Palm School Alum 2 Palm School Alum TABLING POP-UP EVENT TOTAL ENGAGEMENT 939 1,055 2,024 Phase II Data - Local Representation SMALL GROUP CONVOS SURVEYS Primary Zipcodes: 78702 (Central East Austin–City Council District #3) 78747 (South East Austin–City Council District #2) 78744 (South East Austin–City Council District #2) Primary Zipcodes: 78702 (Central East Austin–City Council District #3) 78747 (South East Austin–City Council District #2) 78701 (Central South Austin–City Council District #3) Phase II Data - Key Themes 632 Total Comments Collected Small Group Conversations How the redesign of Palm Park will transform surrounding areas? Cultural anchor to surroundings Place of gathering and play in East Austin Improve connectivity Honoring place/history of what once was Accessibility for East Austin residents Noise reduction from I-35 Business, neighborhood & Palm School connection Feel of what Palm Park should provide? Welcoming to all Peaceful & tranquil Oasis Family friendly Safe Natural Historic Informative/Educational space Phase II Data - Key Themes 632 Total Comments Collected Small Group Conversations How to reflect history & culture in Palm Park? Murals/monuments/artwork History of East Austin families Honor the pool history Stories from past, present & future Celebrate Mexican American heritage Educational experiences for families Recognition of Palm School Alumni How to use the space in Palm Park? Bridge to Downtown Community gatherings Water Feature Family-friendly space Walking, games, meditation, gardens Rest space from urban areas Connection of East …
REGULAR MEETING of the DESIGN COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Design Commission 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 for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Nicole Corona, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Jon Salinas, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Conners Ladner AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Chi Lee Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck The first five speakers signed up prior 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on September 23, 2024. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Corridor Program. Presented by Eric Bailey, Capital Delivery Services Department. Staff briefing regarding the Red River Cultural District. Presented by Donald Jackson, Economic Development Department. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and action to recommend the Equity-based Preservation Plan to City Council. Presented by Cara Bertron, Planning Department. Discussion and action to recommend to City Council whether the project 305 W MLK, located at 305 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Victoria Haase, Thrower Design. Discussion and action to amend the Design Commission annual schedule for 2024. Discussion and action to approve the Design Commission annual schedule for 2025. Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission per City Code § 2-1-140. Select a representative to serve on the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board per per City Code § 2-1-172. Select a representative and alternate representative to serve on the Joint Sustainability Committee per City Code § 2-1-206. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Discussion on built outcomes and challenges to implementing the existing Urban Design Guidelines. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 12. …
1. DESIGN COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 The Design Commission convened in a regular meeting on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Permitting and Development Center, Room 1405, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco in Austin, Texas. Chair Salinas called the Design Commission meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Jon Salinas, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: None. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 1 Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on August 26, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 08/26/2024 were approved on Commissioner McKinney’s motion, Vice Chair Meiners’ second on a 7-0 vote. Commissioner Lukens was off the dais. Commissioners Carroll, Ladner, and Lee were absent. Discussion and action to recommend to City Council whether the project 701 W 6th St, located at 701 and 709 West 6th Street and 510 and 512 Rio Grande Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Richard Suttle, Armbrust & Brown, and Ray Tse, GDA Architects. The motion that the project 701 W 6th St, located at 701 and 709 West 6th Street and 510 and 512 Rio Grande Street, does not comply with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii) was approved on Vice Chair Meiners’ motion, Commissioner Howard’s second on a 7- 0-1 vote. Chair Salinas abstained. Commissioners Carroll, Ladner, and Lee were absent. Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission per City Code § 2-1-140. No action was taken. Select a representative to serve on the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board per City Code § 2-1-172. No action was taken. Select a meeting date for the November 2024 Design Commission regular meeting. The motion to select Tuesday, November 19th for the Design Commission regular meeting was approved on Commissioner Howard’s motion, Chair Salinas’ second on an 8-0 vote. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Urban Design Guidelines Working Group regarding the meeting on September 13, 2024. Update was given by Commissioner Howard. Update from representative of the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding the meeting on August 28, 2024. Update was given by Chair Salinas. Chair Salinas adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. without …
CORRIDOR PROGRAM Design Commission October 28, 2024 Eric Bailey, PE Deputy Director Capital Delivery Services Building the City of Austin in collaboration with the community to enrich the experience of all who live, work, and play here. 1 PROGRAM TIMELINE 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Community Engagement Planning Design Construction City of Austin | Capital Delivery Services Department | One City, One Team, One Approach 2 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Communications work and outreach for the Corridor Program began in 2017. We continue to conduct outreach and respond to inquiries from all stakeholders, including property and business owners, residents, community groups, the traveling public, elected officials, and others. Information has been shared through many channels, including email, mail, social media, news media, presentations, websites, and videos. • Community walks • Touch-a-Truck events • Open house events • Office hours • Website updates • Corridor coffee on the couch • Newsletter updates • Business workshops • Planning letters • Meetings with impacted property owners • Public meetings • Social media • Media advisories • Homeowner/Neighborhood association presentations 3 AIRPORT BLVD Completed Intersection @ Oak Springs Dr Intersection @ Gunter St North Lamar Blvd to 55th In construction 55th St to 45th St Intersection @ E 40th St Intersection @ Harvey St E MLK Blvd to Mokan Trail Bridge Construction upcoming Mokan Trail Bridge to US 183 45th St to East Martin Luther King Jr Blvd 4 BURNET RD Completed Koenig Ln to White Horse Trl Intersection @ Braker Ln In construction AE Kramer draining site Construction upcoming White Horse Trl to US 183 Bright Verde Way to Loop 1 US 183 to Bright Verde Way 5 E RIVERSIDE ST Completed Montopolis Dr to SH 71 Signal @ Tinnin Ford Rd/Burton Dr Signal @ Willow Creek Sr Signal @ Wickersham Ln Signal @ Coriander Dr Signal @ Vargas Rd In construction Signal @ Frontier Valley Dr Signal @ Airport Commerce Dr 6 GUADALUPE ST Contraflow Transit Lane Completed Nueces St from 24th St to Guadalupe 24th St from Guadalupe to N Lamar 7 N LAMAR BLVD Completed Signal @ West Grady Dr Signal @ Cooper Dr Signal @ Fairfield Dr Signal @ Powell Ln Construction upcoming North of Parmer Ln to Howard Ln Howard Ln Contraflow Bus Lane US 183 to south of Rundberg Ln Braker Ln to south of Parmer Ln Signal @ Walmart 8 WILLIAM CANNON DR …
Economic and Cultural District Program Services Update Economic Development Department October 28, 2024 Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy What is it? • Council approved via Resolution No. 20240926-014, the adoption of the Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy intended to provide guidance for community and policymakers in the identification, organizing, and resourcing of Economic and Cultural Districts. What are the Values/Guiding Principles? Community Amplification and Stewardship Foster grassroots engagement and organization Preservation and Promotion of Cultural Identity Ensure that cultural assets, traditions, and stories are honored Equitable Access to Resources and Opportunities Implement policies and initiatives that address systemic barriers to access Sustainable Development and Environmental Stewardship Integrate sustainable practices into district planning and operations Economic Clustering Promote collaboration, networking, and shared resources, fostering growth and resilience within the local economy C I T Y O F A U S T I N Economic and Cultural District Framework Policy Enhanced Support and Resources Access to Services: Existing districts will benefit from increased access to specialized services Training and Resources: Improved access to organizational training, legal resources, and strategic planning support. Improved Coordination and Integration Streamlined Processes: Enhance coordination between existing districts and city departments Identity and Branding: Updating or Enhancing their branding and identity through specialized projects. Financial and Operational Assistance Funding Opportunities: Access to equitable funding models, special revenue funds, and tax increment financing Support for Under-Resourced Areas: Help existing districts in underserved areas overcome challenges Potential Challenges Adaptation to New Policies: Need to adapt to new policy requirements and procedures Resource Allocation: Reevaluation of how resources are allocated among existing districts. C I T Y O F A U S T I N Place-Based Enhancement Program What is it? Council approved via Resolution No. 20240926-012, a new program to encourage affordable commercial space for creative sector, small local, community-serving projects, and needed infrastructure in underserved area. What is the incentive based on? New investment in real estate in priority areas for the City that provides major community benefits Preservation of existing venues, creative spaces, and legacy businesses threatened by high real estate costs (rent, taxes, building improvements) What community benefits are prioritized? The main community benefit for these projects will be providing affordable commercial space or supporting/retaining new or existing creative spaces, legacy businesses, and community-serving initiatives Additional community benefits will be tied to deeper affordability, serving many organizations, etc. • • • • • Community Benefit …
DESIGN COMMISSION | OCTOBER 28, 2024 Austin History Center (C05767, PICA 24201, PICA 29995); Chen Chen Wu; City of Austin Planning Process HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Michelle Benavides Mary Jo Galindo*1 Jolene Kiolbassa 1 Debra Murphy 2 Misael Ramos* 1 JuanRaymon Rubio 2 Bob Ward 1 Noel Bridges 1 Jerry Garcia 1 Kevin Koch Robin Orlowski 2 Mary Reed* 1 Maria Solis* 1 Caroline Wright 1 Julia Brookins* Hanna Huang* 1 Kelechi Madubuko 1 Leslie Ornelas 1 Lori Renteria 1 Erin Waelder 1 Amalia Carmona 2 Linda Y. Jackson Brenda Malik Emily Payne Gilbert Rivera 1 Brita Wallace* 1 Ursula A. Carter Meghan King* Alyson McGee 1 Rocio Peña-Martinez* *Drafting Committee member 1 Phase 1 only 2 Phase 2 only Plan Vision Historic preservation in Austin actively engages communities in protecting and sharing important places and stories. Preservation uses the past to create a shared sense of belonging and to shape an equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and economically vital future for all. Image sources: Joe’s Bakery, anonymous, Amy Moreland/ Austin’s Atlas Images: Joe’s Bakery, home in Zilker neighborhood, detail from Music Listening Map by Amy Moreland Plan Goals 107 recommendations 1. Tell Austin’s full history 9. Proactively identify important places 2. Recognize cultural heritage 10. Follow good designation practices 3. Preserve archaeological resources 11. Support stewardship of community 4. Stabilize communities assets 5. Support environmental sustainability 12. Be strategic with review 6. Make preservation more accessible 13. Protect historic resources 7. Support people doing the work 14. Implement the plan collaboratively 8. Engage new partners What We Preserve Images, clockwise from top left: Juneteenth parade, unveiling of La Loteria mural, archaeological resources Image sources: The Austin Chronicle (two images), San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation Think broadly. • Recognize Austin’s rich and complex history through active listening, inclusive research, and interpretation • Better recognize and protect legacy businesses, murals, and archaeological resources • Use preservation tools to support displacement prevention and environmental sustainability Who Preserves Invite and support. • Engage new partners and audiences • Help community members access knowledge and resources • Support people doing the work: homeowners and tenants, crafts- people, commissioners, and staff Images, clockwise from top left: Protest at City Hall to preserve Edward Rendon Park (Chicano Park), door hanger in San Antonio, “Stories within Stories” project of the Austin Asian American Film Festival Image sources: Bertha Rendon Delgado, San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation, Austin Asian American …
DDBP Request Form This form should be used by a property owner or representative who wishes to request additional floor- to-area (FAR) entitlements as outlined the Downtown Density Bonus Program (DDBP) per the Land Development Code (LDC) 25-2-586. 1 COMPLE TED SI TE PL AN AP PL ICATI ON Please include the completed site plan application as part of this DDBP request. Site Plan Number: Is the Completed Site Plan Application Attached? 2 PROJECT NAME & ANTICIPATED P ROJ E CT A D D RES S 3 DENSIT Y BON US C AL CUL ATION Calculate the proposed additional FAR including the site area and amount per square foot according to the Community Benefits calculations described in § 25-2-586 (E)(1-12). Project Name: Anticipated Project Address: Site Area (sf): Proposed FAR (ratio): Proposed FAR Calculation: Total Gross Building Area (sq): If providing fee in lieu payment: Current Bonus fee ($/sq): Fee in lieu payment for density bonus ($): Existing FAR (ratio): Proposed Bonus area (sf): Total Fee in Lieu Amount (% or sq): If seeking additional FAR from City Council, a public hearing will not be scheduled until all gatekeeper requirements are complete. Downtown Density Bonus Program | 1 Request Form DDBP Request Form 4 COMMUNIT Y B ENEF ITS An applicant may achieve bonus area by providing community benefits as outlined below. A project must achieve at least 50 percent of the desired bonus area by providing affordable housing community benefits. Please indicate the selected community benefit(s) for this project, including the percentage allotted to each benefit. For more information on each community benefit please see Ordinance No. 20140227-054. Please describe which community benefit(s) will be used and how they will be applied (on site, fee in lieu, or a combination of the two). 1 Affordable Housing Rainey Street Subdistrict Historic Preservation Day Care Services 2 3 4 Cultural Uses 5 Live Music 6 On-Site Improvements for Historic Preservation Select % or SQ FT Select % or SQ FT 7 8 9 Development Bonus Fee for Off-Site Historic Preservation Green Building Publicly Accessible On-Site Plaza 10 Off-Site Open Space Development Bonus Fee 11 Green Roof 12 Other 5 GATEKEEPER REQUIREM EN TS The following gatekeeper requirements must be completed to participate in the DDBP. The applicant shall acknowledge these requirements by checking the boxes below. 1 Urban Design Guidelines Acknowledge To receive bonus area, the Director must determine that the …
305 W MLK 0.237 acres / 10,344 69ft x 150ft Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 305 W MLK 0.237 acres / 10,344 69ft x 150ft Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Zoning Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Land Use Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Neighborhoods & Districts West University Neighborhood Planning Area University of Texas DAP – Judges Hill District DAP – Northwest District DAP – Uptown/Capitol Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Zoning – DAP Density Bonus Districts 5:1 / 120ft 8:1 / 200ft 15:1 / 400ft 8:1 / 200ft Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Topography Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 14 stories – 164.6 ft. 170 Hotel Rooms Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 Front (north) Elevation – Sidewalk Entry MLK Blvd. Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd City of Austin – Design Commission – October 28, 2024 R e a r A l l e y M L K B l v d . Home2 – SP-2024-0238C – 305 W …
305 W. Mar�n Luther King Jr. Blvd. Design Commission Working Group MEETING NOTES RE: Date: 8/7/2024 By: To: At: Brendan Witstruck, District 9 Sophia Benner, City of Aus�n Urban Design Division Jon Salinas, Chair, Design Commission Brendan Witstruck, District 9 Sophia Benner, City of Aus�n Urban Design Division Victoria Haase, Thrower Design Tim Roesler, MCM Architects Alan Cox, ownership group Bill Franks, ownership group Jamie Simms, Circle V Landscape Architecture Chris McComb, AMC Design Group Notes: • Project is eligible for 8:1 FAR under Density Bonus; seeking Council approval for greater FAR; Project is a “Home 2” hotel with 170 units at 14 stories and no parking; parking will be through agreement off-site and provided via valet • Project is dedica�ng 10’ of right-of-way to COA for Great Streets; a single 20’ one-way driveway with 15’ curb radii is provided from MLK Jr. Blvd; valet cars exit to alley to south of site; two shade trees are provided for Great Streets; no street furnishings are provided Comments: • Comm. Witstruck expressed desire to see curb cut width and radii reduced to increase pedestrian area, no�ng that no cars will be exi�ng to MLK Jr. Blvd in current configura�on; through discussion, Comm. Witstruck and staff expressed interest in applicant revisi�ng design to eliminate curb cut and provide access via pull-in at curb or through alley (PS.1, PS.2). • Comm. Witstruck noted that hardscape elements and ground floor building materials could not be verified; recommend pedestrian-friendly treatments (PS.6, PS.13) • Comm. Witstruck observed that plan�ng areas for street trees are very small; soil volume could be enlarged by reducing curb radii and/or providing structural soil or modular suspended pavement system beneath sidewalk (PS.8) • Comm. Witstruck noted that no fenestra�on is provided on ground floor; applicant noted that fire riser room is at front of building and building entrance is interior to lot facing the pull-in lane (PS.12) • Comm. Witstruck commended inclusion of second-story balcony facing MLK Jr. Blvd, recommended that balcony be extended to wrap east and/or west sides so that it is visible and interac�ve with pedestrians approaching building from those direc�ons. • Applicant noted roof-top amenity and pool area; Comm. Witstruck noted that pool is only for hotel guests and their invited guests and will not be viewed by Commissioners as a public amenity; project provides no ground floor ameni�es, although second-floor bar restaurant does open to streetscape …
Permitting and Development Center 2024 DESIGN COMMISSION MEETING CALENDAR AMENDED 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 PDC Room 1405| 6:00 PM Materials Deadline 10 days prior to Meeting by close of business (5:00 p.m.) (No Exceptions) January 12th February 16th March 15th April 12th May 3rd June 14th Not Applicable August 16th September 13th October 18th November 9th December 2nd Meeting Date Mondays at 6:00 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted) January 22nd February 26th March 25th April 22nd 1May 13th June 24th July – No Meeting August 26th September 23rd October 28th 2November 19th 3December 9th 1 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 2nd Monday due to Memorial Day Holiday 2 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Tuesday due to Thanksgiving Holiday 3 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 2nd Monday due to Christmas Holiday
Permitting and Development Center 2025 DESIGN COMMISSION MEETING DATES AND DEADLINES 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 PDC Room 1405| 6:00 PM Materials Deadline 10 days prior to Meeting by close of business (5:00 p.m.) (No Exceptions) January 17th February 14th March 14th April 12th May 9th June 13th Not Applicable August 15th September 12th October 17th November 7th December 5th Meeting Date 4th Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted) January 27th February 24th March 24th April 28th 1May 19th June 23rd July – No Meeting August 25th September 22nd October 27th 2November 17th 3December 15th 1 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday due to Memorial Day Holiday 2 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday due to Thanksgiving Holiday 3 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday due to Christmas Holiday
DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20241028-005 305 W MLK October 28, 2024 Commissioner Howard Seconded By: Vice Chair Meiners Date: Subject: Motioned By: Recommendation The project located at 305 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd does not comply with the Urban Design Guidelines Rationale: The motion was approved with the following friendly amendments on motion by Commissioner Howard, seconded by Vice Chair Meiners on a 9-0-1 vote. Commissioner Carroll abstained. The friendly amendment from Vice Chair Meiners was that the project 305 W MLK, located at 305 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, does not comply with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii) and that the project is not in compliance with the following Guidelines: AW.5 – Incorporate Civic Art in Both Public and Private Development PS.1 – Protect the Pedestrian Where the Building Meets the Street PS.2 – Minimize Curb Cuts PS.4 – Reinforce Pedestrian Activity PS.6 – Enhance the Streetscape PS.7 – Avoid Conflicts between Pedestrians and Utility Equipment PS.9 – Provide Pedestrian-Scaled Lighting PS.10 – Provide Protection from Cars/Promote Curbside Parking PS.12 – Provide Generous Street-Level/Windows PS.13 – Install Pedestrian-Friendly Materials at Street Level B.2 – Provide Multi-Tenant, Pedestrian-Oriented Development at the Street Level B.3 – Accentuate Primary Entrances B.4 – Encourage the Inclusion of Local Character B.5 – Control On-Site Parking B.7 – Create Buildings with Human Scale The friendly amendment by Commissioner Wittstruck was to encourage the removal of the driveway or provide access via alley; and if not feasible, align the driveway to the edge of the site to maximize public space and pedestrian entry. Vote For: Chair Salinas, Vice Chair Meiners, Commissioner Howard, Commissioner Gelles, Commissioner Ladner, Commissioner Luckens, Commissioner McKinney, Commissioner Wallace, Commissioner Wittstruck 9-0-1 Against: 1 of 2 Abstain: Commissioner Carroll Absent: Attest: Jon Salinas, AIA Chair, Design Commission 2 of 2
REGULAR MEETING of the DESIGN COMMISSION MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2024, 6:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1405 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Design Commission 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 for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Nicole Corona, at 512-974-3146 or nicole.corona@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Jon Salinas, Chair Josue Meiners, Vice Chair David Carroll Nkiru Gelles Kevin Howard Conners Ladner AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Chi Lee Ben Luckens Marissa McKinney Brita Wallace Brendan Wittstruck The first five speakers signed up prior 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Design Commission regular meeting on August 26, 2024. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and action to recommend to City Council whether the project 701 W 6th St, located at 701 and 709 West 6th Street and 510 and 512 Rio Grande Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin in accordance with Land Development Code § 25-2-586 (C)(1)(a)(ii). Presented by Richard Suttle, Armbrust & Brown, and Ray Tse, GDA Architects. Select a representative to serve on the Downtown Commission per City Code § 2-1-140. Select a representative to serve on the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board per City Code § 2-1-172. Select a meeting date for the November 2024 Design Commission regular meeting. 5. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from the Urban Design Guidelines Working Group regarding the meeting on September 13, 2024. Update from representative of the Joint Sustainability Committee regarding the meeting on August 28, 2024. 3. 4. 6. 7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Note: City Code requires two board members sponsor an item to be included on an agenda. This section of the agenda provides members an opportunity to request items for future agendas. Staff should assume that if there is no objection from other members expressed at the meeting, the members’ silence indicates approval for staff to include on …
