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ESB MACC Improvements Presentation — original pdf

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ESB MACC Project Review Application — original pdf

City of Austin - Design Commission Project Review Application The Design Commission provides advisory recommendations to the City Council to assist in developing public policy and to promote excellence in the design and development of the urban environment. The Design Commission reviews three types of projects: 1. City projects (see page ii for process) The Commission reviews all municipal buildings and associated site plans to ensure they demonstrate compliance with city design and sustainability standards (Council Resolution No. 20071129-046), including those seeking Subchapter E Design Standards Alternative Equivalent Compliance (AEC) (Council Resolution No. 20100923-086). 2. Destiny Bonus projects (see page iv for process) The Commission reviews density bonus projects for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines for Austin in accordance with the Gatekeeper requirements of LDC 25-2-586 for the Downtown Density Bonus Program. 3. Advisory Recommendations for Private projects (see page ii for process) The Commission will consider Project Review Applications from private projects during its regularly scheduled monthly public meetings and may issue an advisory recommendation in the form of a Project Review Letter to the Applicant. This Project Review Application must be submitted before your project can be presented to the Design Commission for their review. Design Commission requests project be presented in their Conceptual/Schematic Design phase. This application primarily addresses inhabited buildings and structures and their effect on the public realm; please refer to Appendix A for infrastructure type projects. The Commission's review of projects is based on the planning/design principles in the Urban Design Guidelines for Austin. Ensure that all applicable principles are addressed in the application questions and in your presentation. https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Boards_and_Commissions/ Design_Commission_urban_design_guidelin es_for_austin.pdf The Design Commission supports the vision and principles of Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan, especially those that affect the urban environment and fabric. All projects should consider this vision and principles, many of which are similar to the Urban Design Guidelines. Refer to Appendix C for the most pertinent sections of Imagine Austin. The Design Commission expects the applicant’s design team to present their project with those most knowledgeable and encourages the inclusion of sub-consultants at the presentation, when deemed necessary. EXHIBITS TO PRESENT 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) Completed Project Review Application (p.1-6) Existing zoning classification, adjacent zoning & uses, future land use map classification, topography Vicinity plan, including public transportation and connectivity on-site and within quarter mile Site plan and landscape plan Ground level, basement …

Agenda — original pdf

DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, January 24, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards & Commissions, Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 David Carroll, Chair (District 1) Vacant (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Melissa Henao-Robledo (District 5) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) CURRENT MEMBERS: Jen Weaver (District 6) Jessica Rollason Vice-Chair (District 7) Aan Coleman (District8) Bart Whatley (District9) Ben Luckens (District10) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 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. 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion & Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) Phase 2 project, located at 600 River Street, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Heidi Tse and Mari Boren City of Austin Public Works Department. b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Waterloo Greenway – Creek Delta project, located at Waller Creek, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program. 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Approval of the December 13th meeting minutes b. Discussion and Possible Action on recent Council approval to update the Urban Design Guidelines c. Discussion and Possible Action related to the current Urban Design Guidelines Working Group d. Update from representative on the Downtown Commission regarding last meeting e. Update from representative on the Joint Sustainability committee regarding last meeting f. Update from representative on the South-Central Waterfront Advisory Board 3. ANNOUNCEMENTS: a. Chair Announcements; b. c. Items from Commission Members; Items from City Staff; 4. 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 before the meeting date. Please contact Aaron Jenkins in the Planning and Zoning Department Aaron.Jenkins@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-2752, for additional information. TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711 Design Commission: Committees, Working Groups, Representatives and Liaisons 1. Executive …

12.13.2021 Meeting Minutes — original pdf

DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, December 13, 2021 4:00 PM Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 4:06 p.m. X X X X Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Vacant (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “X” Denote Commission Members who were in attendance CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: None. 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): Chairman Carroll has recused himself from this item and has relinquish Chairman duties to Commissioner Taniguchi for Item 1.a. a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether 80 Rainey, located at 80 Rainey Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin; Amanda Swor Drenner Group; Gregory Klosowski Pappageorge Haymes; Chris Jackson TBG Partners; Scott Wuest Wuest Group. • Pawel Hardej with Lincoln Ventures, Amanda Swor with Drenner Group, Gregory Klosowski Pappageorge Haymes; Chris Jackson TBG Partners; and Scott Wuest Wuest Group presented and addressed questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project substantially complies with the Urban Design Guidelines Commissioner J. Meiners seconded. • The motion was approved [6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 Recuse (D. Carroll)] b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether City of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport AUS Cargo Development East located at 9402 Freight Lane, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the City of Austin; David Smythe-Macaulay Austin-Bergstrom International Airport • David Smythe-Macaulay COA-ABIA staff presented and addressed questions. • The Design Commission provided feedback and recommendations for the project, but no action was taken. c. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the 51st Street Revitalization Project located at 51st Street, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the City of Austin; Andrew Wong City of Austin Public Works Department • Andrew Wong, COA Public Works and Angel-Lina Soutdarany, Atkins and Jill Fagan, Economic Development presented and addressed questions. • Commissioner J. Weaver made a motion to approve …

Creek Delta Presentation — original pdf

Waterloo Greenway Creek Delta Project Update Design Commission Meeting December 13, 2021 1 Agenda 1. Waterloo Greenway Program Overview 2. Creek Delta Project Update 3. Possible Action: Request Support for Creek Delta Project & Recommendation to Planning Commission for Conditional Use Permit 2 Program Overview Sponsoring City Departments: Watershed Protection Department & Parks and Recreation Department Non-Profit Partner: Waterloo Greenway Conservancy 3 4 Community Programming 5 OUTREACH OVERVIEW • • Feb 2018 – Waller Creek public meetings at MACC June 2018 – School field trip collaboration: Waller Creek/MACC • Aug 2018 – Tabling at trail: Waller Creek/MACC Feb 2019 – Tabling at Austin Energy meeting at • MACC • May 2019 – Environment Commission presentation • Summer 2019 – Presentation at Rainey neighborhood meeting at MACC Sept 2019 – Tabling at MACC ”¡Viva México!” event • Sept 2019 – Presentation at HQOL Commission • • Oct 2019 – Presentation at District 9 Rainey Street Historic District Visioning Meeting • Nov 2019 – Tabling at MACC “Día de Los Muertos” • event Feb 2020 – Palm District: R/UDAT Community/Project Area Tour • March 2020 – MACC Advisory Board meeting presentation • March 2020 – MACC Advisory Board meeting presentation Jan 2021 – MACC Advisory Board meeting • • March 2021 – MACC Working Group meeting Jan 2021 – Rainey Street Neighborhood • presentation Sept 2021 – Environment Commission presentation • • Oct 2021 – Parks and Recreation Board presentation • Nov 2021 – Creek Show at Waterloo Park 66 7 Creek Delta • • • • Located along Waller Creek between Lady Bird Lake and 4th Street Identified in Council- approved Waller Creek Design Plan Approximate 10-acre project area. Creek restoration, 1 mile of new trails, pedestrian bridges, water quality and utility improvements Preparing 100% construction documents, anticipated by December 2021 8 9 Moving away from the convention of hard engineering solutions… 10 …toward soft engineering solutions 11 Environmental Goals Functional Assessment (Environmental Criteria Manual) • • Water Quality - Biofiltration Pond and Inline Stormwater Treatment • Trees o Vegetation and Soil Protection Zones o Enhanced tree mitigation and planting Sustainable SITES Certification • 12 Connectivity & Mobility 13 Elevated Walkway + Bridges 2 3 1 *Lattice Bridge 3 is currently an add/bid alternate. * 14 Lattice Bridges 15 15 Elevated Walkway 16 Cypress Grove + Trailhead Plaza 17 Lagoon Overlook + Leaf Deck 18 Lagoon Overlook + Leaf Deck 19 …

Creek Delta Project Exhibits — original pdf

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Creek Delta Project Review Application — original pdf

A. PROJECT INFORMATION Project Name The Death Star Project Type: Infrastructure Private project Other City building & site Density bonus Project Location/Address 1 Imperial Avenue, Galactic Empire, Austin, TX 78704 Applicant Darth Vader, Sith Lord Property Owner Darth Vader, Sith Applicant Mailing Address 1Imperial Avenue Austin, TX 78704 Applicant Telephone Number 999-999-9999 Property Owner Mailing Address 1 Imperial Avenue, Austin, TX 78704 Property Owner Telephone Number 999-999-9999 Project Start Date January 2017 Project Completion Date March 2018 Applicant’s Architect Darth Vader, Sith Lord; ABC Architect Applicant’s Engineer Darth Vader, Sith Lord Engineering Company Design Commission - Project Review Application 1 of 6 1] Indicate if proposed Project is required by City Ordinance to be reviewed by the Design Commission. Yes, the project is required to be reviewed by the Design Commission. 2] Describe the recommendation that you are requesting from the Design Commission. We are looking for a recommendation of support from the Design Commission for the project as well as Alternative Equivalent Compliance for setbacks and missing sidewalks. 3] Current Design Phase of Project (Design Commission prefers to see projects right after approved schematic design). Schematic design phase 4] Is this Project subject to Site Plan and/or Zoning application approvals? Will it be presented to Planning Commission and/or City Council? If so, when? Yes, the project is subject to Site Plan approvals and Zoning approvals. We anticipate presenting to the Planning Commission in mid-May and City Council in late June. 5] Does this Project comply with Land Development Code Subchapter E? List specifically any Alternative Equivalent Compliance request if any. Please refer to website for Alternate Equivalent Compliance (AEC) requirements. https://www.municode.com/library/tx/austin/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT25LADE_CH25- 2ZO_SUBCHAPTER_EDESTMIUS Yes, the project generally complies with SubChapter E with 8 foot sidewalks, street trees, and street furniture. However, we need alterative Equivalent Compliance for encroachment into setbacks. Design Commission - Project Review Application 2 of 6 B. PROJECT BACKGROUND 6] Provide project background including goals, scope, building/planning type, and schedule. Broadly address each of the “Shared Values for Urban Areas” that are listed on Page 6 of the Urban Design Guidelines. Attach additional pages as needed. The Empire will rule the entire galaxy with ruthless power. They will crush the Rebellion and Skywalker will become one of them. 7] Has this project conducted community/stakeholder outreach? If so, please provide documentation to demonstrate community/stakeholder support of this project. Yes, the project has conducted 6 months of community outreach …

20220124_1B: Waterloo Creek Delta Project Recommendation Letter — original pdf

CITY OF AUSTIN DESIGN COMMISSION DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220124-1B January 28, 2022 Date: Subject: Design Commission recommendation for the Waterloo Greenway- Creek Delta project, located at Waller Creek. Commissioner Taniguchi Seconded By: Commissioner Whatley Motioned By: Recommendation: The City of Austin Design Commission recommends that Waterloo Greenway – Creek Delta project, as presented to us on January 24, 2022, complies with the City of Austin’s Design and Sustainability Standards. Rationale: Dear Honorable Mayor & City Council, This letter is to confirm the Design Commission’s support of the Waterloo Greenway – Creek Delta project, as presented to us. Our review found the following positive attributes: 1. Proposed design will achieve Sustainable Sites Certification. 2. Project conducted extensive community outreach. 3. Proposed design will enhance tree planting. 4. Proposed design will help mitigate erosion and protect soil and vegetation. 5. Project will enhance pedestrian connectivity across the creek with elevated walkways and bridges. Respectfully, City of Austin Design Commission Vote: For: Chair Carroll, Commissioner Salinas, Commissioner Franco, Commissioner Meiners, Commissioner Henao- 11- 0 - 0 Robledo, Commissioner Taniguchi, Commissioner Weaver, Vice-Chair Rollason, Commissioner Coleman, Commissioner Whatley, Commissioner Luckens. Against: n/a Attest: David Carroll, Chair City of Austin Design Commission 1 of 1 Melissa Henao-Robledo David Carroll, Chair Jessica Rollason, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Samuel Franco Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jon Salinas Evan Taniguchi Jen Weaver Bart Whatley Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison Design Commission Recommendation 20220124-1B Waterloo Greenway Creek Delta Project

20220124-1A: MACC Phase 2 Project Recommendation Letter — original pdf

David Carroll, Chair Jessica Rollason, Vice Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo Aan Coleman Samuel Franco Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jon Salinas Evan Taniguchi Jen Weaver Bart Whatley Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CITY OF AUSTIN DESIGN COMMISSION DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20220124-1A January 28, 2022 Date: Subject: Design Commission recommendation for the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 project, located at 600 Red River. Seconded By: Vice-Chair Rollason Commissioner Franco Commissioner Coleman Motioned By: Amended By: Recommendation: The City of Austin Design Commission recommends that the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 project, as presented to us on January 24, 2022, complies with the City of Austin’s Design and Sustainability Standards. This endorsement comes with the additional recommendation that a stronger pedestrian connection be made between the Butler Hike & Bike Trail and Rainey Street and that this connection does not have to pass through the building or the Zocalo. Rationale: Dear Honorable Mayor & City Council, This letter is to confirm the Design Commission’s support of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 project, as presented to us. Our review found the following positive attributes: 1. Proposed design reflects the community’s input from a thorough outreach effort. 2. Proposed design has a stronger relationship to the Hike & Bike Trail than current design. 3. Addition is great solution to preserving the existing structure, while better defining the zocalo, and creating a 4. Proposed design will change grade of Hike & Bike Trail, making it more accessible. 5. Heritage trees will be preserved onsite. powerful statement. Respectfully, City of Austin Design Commission Vote: For: Chair Carroll, Commissioner Salinas, Commissioner Franco, Commissioner Meiners, Commissioner Henao- 11- 0 - 0 Robledo, Commissioner Taniguchi, Commissioner Weaver, Vice-Chair Rollason, Commissioner Coleman, Commissioner Whatley, Commissioner Luckens. Against: n/a Attest: David Carroll, Chair City of Austin Design Commission 1 of 1 Design Commission Recommendation 20220124-1A Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Phase 2 Project

Approved 1-24-22 — original pdf

DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, December 13, 2021 4:00 PM Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 4:06 p.m. X X X X Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Vacant (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “X” Denote Commission Members who were in attendance CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: None. 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): Chairman Carroll has recused himself from this item and has relinquish Chairman duties to Commissioner Taniguchi for Item 1.a. a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether 80 Rainey, located at 80 Rainey Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin; Amanda Swor Drenner Group; Gregory Klosowski Pappageorge Haymes; Chris Jackson TBG Partners; Scott Wuest Wuest Group. • Pawel Hardej with Lincoln Ventures, Amanda Swor with Drenner Group, Gregory Klosowski Pappageorge Haymes; Chris Jackson TBG Partners; and Scott Wuest Wuest Group presented and addressed questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project substantially complies with the Urban Design Guidelines Commissioner J. Meiners seconded. • The motion was approved [6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 Recuse (D. Carroll)] b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether City of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport AUS Cargo Development East located at 9402 Freight Lane, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the City of Austin; David Smythe-Macaulay Austin-Bergstrom International Airport • David Smythe-Macaulay COA-ABIA staff presented and addressed questions. • The Design Commission provided feedback and recommendations for the project, but no action was taken. c. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the 51st Street Revitalization Project located at 51st Street, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the City of Austin; Andrew Wong City of Austin Public Works Department • Andrew Wong, COA Public Works and Angel-Lina Soutdarany, Atkins and Jill Fagan, Economic Development presented and addressed questions. • Commissioner J. Weaver made a motion to approve …