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 …
City of Austin Central Fire and EMS Station Introductions and Context Alex Janota, Project Manager Flintco General Contractor Historic Landmark Commission – Design Overview Presentations 28 June 2021 Outline Introductions and Context Alex Janota, Project Manager Flintco – General Contractor Historic Significance Donna Carter, President Carter Design Associates – Historic Preservation Changes to Historic Fabric Tim Baisdon, Vice President WestEast Design Group – Architect New Addition Rob Robbins, Studio Director WestEast Design Group – Architect Context Location: 401 E. 5th St Part of a block owned by the city Block includes the O. Henry Museum Project is being coordinated with the development of Brush Square Park, which is a separate project led by the Parks and Recreation Department Introduction Overview Constructed in 1938 Architect: Kreisle and Brooks Constructed under the Public Works Administration (WPA) National Register of Historic Places in 2000 Building History Overview Annex added in 1962 by architect Eugene Wukash Building History Overview Non-historic windows added in 1980s Building History City of Austin Central Fire and EMS Station Historic Significance Donna Carter, President Carter Design Associates Historic Preservation Historic Landmark Commission – Design Overview Presentations 28 June 2021 Historic Moderne style (Streamline Moderne) Simplicity of ornamentation Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Use of building materials as decoration Subtle patterning Brick coursing Symbolic towers Nickel-finished lights Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Curved portico Corner approach Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Layering of elements Massing plays with symmetry and asymmetry Key Features and Stylistic Elements Preservation The proposed changes ensure the facility will continue to operate in its historic location efficiently functioning as its original purpose for years into the future. Maintain Original Intended Use Preservation Window replacements will more closely match the original design Original Current Proposed Return to Original Design Elements Preservation Brick will be cleaned and repaired Lintels will be refurbished Eroded plaster on soffits will be replaced Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement City of Austin Central Fire and EMS Station Changes to Historic Fabric Tim Baisdon, Vice President WestEast Design Group Architect Historic Landmark Commission – Design Overview Presentations 28 June 2021 Program Improved emergency response through bay door height increase to accommodate modern vehicle sizes Interior reconfiguration to accommodate gender equity Existing Proposed End-user’s Long-term Needs Existing Proposed Program Improvement of life safety through sprinklers and additional egress Making the building accessible (ADA and elevator addition) Energy efficiency (Windows, Envelope, and HVAC) Preserve …
0 1 Design Credit Bicycle Facilities 1 Will not apply Use City of Austin Standard 710S. Arc 0 1 Bike rack and interior accommodations 0 15 0 21 Location and Transportation 18 0 Design Credit Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses 8 Complete 0 Design Credit Access to Quality Transit 7 Complete LEED v4 for ID+C: Commercial Interiors Project Checklist C Y ? N Credit Type Credit Points Status CoA Baseline Criteria for Building Projects Deliverables Project Name: Date Updated: 8/6/2021 City of Austin Central Fire and EMS Station Potential Effort (0-3) Additional Fees $ Potential Cost (0-3) Cost Value $ Notes 1 1 0 Design Credit Integrative Process 2 Not Attempted ALL 0 0 0 •Forms: PIp_Project_Information and Integrative Process Worksheet •Energy-Related Systems - A simple box energy modeling is a preliminary building model used to analyze the building’s energy loads. Project teams can use the EPA’s Target Finder tool or a similar tool in order to benchmark energy performance. Target Finder allows projects to set target goals for a building design’s energy demands. •Owner’s project requirements (OPR) a written document that details the ideas, concepts, and criteria determined by the owner to be important to the success of the project. Basis of design (BOD) the information necessary to accomplish the owner’s project requirements, including system descriptions, indoor environmental quality criteria, design assumptions, and references to applicable codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines. In addition, we need to determine if we will be using IP units or SI units for this project. SI refers to the System International Units, which is just the Metric System updated and made more complete. IP relates to inch-pound. I assume we will be using IP, but I just want to confirm. Both Option 1 and Option 2 •Forms: LTc_Sensitive_Land_Protection •Special Circumstances (if applicable) •Applicable Site Plans ed. •Form: LTc_Quality_Transit •Map: Indicating project location, location of transit stops, routs serving each sstop and the walking routes between the location of the project functional entry and the stops •Schedule: Provide all transit types, provide weekday and weekend route schedules showing the frequency of trips and services in opposite directions •Verification: Provide the planned stops or stations will be sited, funded, and under construction by the date of the certification of occupancy and will be completed within two years of that date •EApc_Energy_Performance_IDC •AEDG Tables •v4_Minimum_Energy_Performance_Calculator-v06 •Target Finder-performance results for the project building (a screen capture or other …
City of Austin Central Fire & EMS Station Design Commission Presentation 25 October 2021 Context Location: 401 E. 5th St Part of a block owned by the city Block includes the O. Henry Museum Project is being coordinated with the development of Brush Square Park, which is a separate project led by the Parks and Recreation Department Introduction Overview Constructed in 1938 Architect: Kreisle and Brooks Constructed under the Public Works Administration (WPA) National Register of Historic Places in 2000 Building History Overview Annex added in 1962 by architect Eugene Wukash Building History Overview Non-historic windows added in 1980s Building History Historic Moderne style (Streamline Moderne) Simplicity of ornamentation Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Use of building materials as decoration Subtle patterning Brick coursing Symbolic towers Nickel-finished lights Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Curved portico Corner approach Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Layering of elements Massing plays with symmetry and asymmetry Key Features and Stylistic Elements Preservation The proposed changes ensure the facility will continue to operate in its historic location efficiently functioning as its original purpose for years into the future. Maintain Original Intended Use Preservation Window replacements will more closely match the original design Original Current Proposed Return to Original Design Elements Preservation Brick will be cleaned and repaired Lintels will be refurbished Eroded plaster on soffits will be replaced Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement Historic Landmark Commission Engagement We presented the design proposal to the Historic Landmark Commission. Commission hearing was conducted on June 28, 2021. Commission was favorable to the programmatically required minor demolition and rear addition. Previous Engagement Program Improved emergency response through bay door height increase to accommodate modern vehicle sizes Interior reconfiguration to accommodate gender equity Existing Proposed End-user’s Long-term Needs Existing Proposed Program Improvement of life safety through sprinklers and additional egress Making the building accessible (ADA and elevator addition) Energy efficiency (Windows, Envelope, and HVAC) Preserve the building’s inclusion on the National Historic Register City’s Objectives Plan Changes Change to Existing Addition Existing First Floor 558 SF (4.6%) Proposed Plan Changes Change to Existing Addition Existing Second Floor 558 SF (4.6%) Proposed Façade Changes Change to Existing Addition Existing E. 5th Street Proposed Façade Changes Change to Existing Addition Trinity Street Existing Proposed Addition Minimize the addition to only what is programmatically necessary Original=12,031 SF / Addition=515 SF / 4.3% gross square footage increase Keep It Small Addition Use …
Loop 360/Davenport Fire/EMS Station Project Community Meeting Aug. 30, 2021 Via Zoom New Joint Fire/EMS Station in Del Valle (2020) Meeting Agenda • Meeting Expectations • Welcome and Introductions • Project History and Background • Station Design • Current Status and Next Steps • Questions City of Austin | Public Works Department 1 Meeting Expectations Please… • Keep your microphones muted and cameras off • Place questions in the chat as we move through the presentation • Note that we will answer all questions at the end of the meeting • Note that any questions we’re not able to answer, we’ll provide a written response ASAP • Use the link in the chat to add your email address for future updates about this project City of Austin | Public Works Department 2 Introductions •Alison Alter - •Division Chief Tony Haden •Division Chief Wes Hopkins •Michael Gates •Burton Jones– •Michelle Noriega - •Cris Ruebush •Bryant Bell Council Member, District 10 – Austin Fire Department (AFD) – Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) – City of Austin Real Estate Services Office Project Manager, Public Works Project Manager, Public Works – PGAL Architects – GarzaEMC, Civil Engineering Project History and Background • May 2018 - City Council directs the City Manager to build five permanent fire stations in the areas of greatest needs to ensure community safety—including a station to serve the Loop 360/Davenport area Sept. 2018 Jan. 2019 – City begins search for suitable site for new Loop 360/Davenport Fire/EMS Station – First community meeting with Loop 360/Davenport residents; project team asks for community’s • Oct. 2019 help in identifying potential sites July 2020 – Negotiations begin with St. Stephen’s Episcopal School for station on their property • Oct. 2020 – City begins to evaluate proposed site, 4601 Westlake Dr. Jan. 2021 - – 4601 Westlake Dr. is determined to be a feasible location for a new station June 2021 – Development review process begins Residents notified of a site plan being filed for building of new station • • • • • Project History and Background City of Austin | Public Works Department 6 City of Austin | Public Works Department 7 Project History and Background Site Location Conflict with St. Stephens Dr. Too Steep Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station …
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 …
LEED v4 for BD+C: New Construction and Major Renovation Project Checklist C Y ? N Credit Type Credit Points Status CoA Baseline Criteria for Building Projects Deliverables Project Name: Austin Fire Station No. 22 / EMS12 Date: 05/25/2021 Potential Effort (0-3) Additional Fees $ Potential Cost (0-3) Cost Value $ Notes 1 0 0 Design Credit Integrative Process 1 Not Attempted Location and Transportation LEED for Neighborhood Development Location 16 16 1 6 0 1 0 2 4 0 0 0 2 24 16 0 2 1 Design Credit Design Credit Design Credit Design Credit Sensitive Land Protection High Priority Site Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses 1 1 2 4 Green Vehicles Design Credit 1 0 0 Design Credit Bicycle Facilities In Progress Use City of Austin Standard 710S. 0 0 1 Design Credit Reduced Parking Footprint 1 0 0 Design Credit Green Vehicles 0 5 3 2 Sustainable Sites Y Y Y Y Construction Activity Pollution Prevention Required Not Attempted 1 0 0 Site Assessment Not Attempted 0 1 1 Site Development - Protect or Restore Habitat Not Attempted Not Elligible Not Attempted Not Elligible In Progress Complete Not Elligible Not Attempted 1 2 5 5 1 1 1 1 2 1 3 2 1 0 2 0 2 0 0 1 0 Open Space Rainwater Management Heat Island Reduction Refer LEED Criteria - Limit development footprint. Exceed zoning requirement for open space SSc_Open_Space Not Attempted Not Elligible Not Attempted Refer LEED Criteria Required Documentation - Project Team Letter • Forms: Sample Form IPc_Integrative_Process • Worksheet: v4_Integrative Process Worksheet_v03 • Special Circumstances (if applicable) • Energy-Related Systems - A simple box energy modeling is a preliminary building model used to analyze the building’s energy loads. Project teams can use the EPA’s Target Finder tool or a similar tool in order to benchmark energy performance. Target Finder allows projects to set target goals for a building design’s energy demands. • Water-Related Systems: EPA Water Budget Tool Forms: LTc_Sensitive_Land_Protection Special Circumstances (if applicable) Applicable Site Plans . OPTION 1 •Forms: LTc_Sensitive_Land_Protection •Special Circumstances (if applicable) •Applicable Site Plans ed. •Form: LTc_Quality_Transit •Map: Indicating project location, location of transit stops, routs serving each sstop and the walking routes between the location of the project functional entry and the stops •Schedule: Provide all transit types, provide weekday and weekend route schedules showing the frequency of trips and services in opposite directions •Verification: Provide …
City of Austin Fire Station 22 / EMS 12 Design Commission Presentation 25 October 2021 Context Location: 5309 Riverside Drive (at Faro Drive) There is an existing, non-historic station at the site that is slated to be demolished Site is between Tokyo Electron and the Colorado River Site has a cell tower at the back (south) and significant trees at the front (north, by Riverside drive) Introduction Concept Statement Concept Example of the duality at the city level showing the site between the two points of civic pride with technology to the south and nature to the north. Overlay Concept Demonstration of how the concept works at multiple levels from the city to the building. Diagram Concept Showing how the concept came together on the site with the individual and technology issues to the south by the cell tower and the collective, nature, and healing areas to the north by the grove of trees. Layout Plan Site Plan First Floor Plan Second Floor Rendering This image shows the public face of the station prominently addressing the major intersection. Corner of Riverside and Faro Rendering Signage and massing combine to make a welcoming, intuitive, and easy-to-find entry. The view through to the apparatus bay creates a literal sense of transparency of the department to the public it serves. Front Façade Rendering The main entry is on axis with the employee entrance coming off the secure parking lot creating a direct connection between the building occupants and the public. Back-illuminated signage connotes pride, purpose, and 24- hour visibility. Main Entry Rendering Employee parking is on the south end of the site next to the cell tower. This is in keeping with the concept of technology being on the opposite end of the site from the trees which represent nature. Employee Parking Rendering After parking, employees enter using a covered walkway that takes them from the individual status of the parking lot to the collective status of the living quarters. The sequence is surrounded by trees on the west side and the purpose of their being there (the apparatus bay) on the east. Employee Entry Sequence Rendering Due to the stress, and even trauma of working in the life-safety field, this walk allows a mental separation between home and work. Covered Walkway Rendering The steel, almost Miesian nature of the covered walkway represents the technology side of the site while the trees to …
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 …
City of Austin Fire Station No. 3 Architectural Review Committee – Historic Landmark Commission – Design Overview Presentation 12 April 2021 Context Location: 201 West 30th St Currently, all fire trucks are being parked outside of the apparatus bay. Recent changes to the floodplain maps cause a significant portion of the building to be in the floodplain. Introduction Overview Construction completed on February 21, 1957 Architect: Roy Thomas Does not have any Landmark designations at present. Adjacent to the Aldridge Place Historic District Building History Repairable Not Repairable Overview The building has suffered two types of structural damage: 1) General wear and tear based on age. (entire structure) 2) Overstressing of the foundation due to parking trucks that are heavier than the original design load. (apparatus bay only) Structural Damage Shore up and preserve Demolish and replace Overview For the areas that have just suffered age- related wear and tear, the intent is to shore up that portion of the structure and preserve it. For the apparatus bay, the intent is to demolish the portion of the building that is beyond repair and replace it with a new structure that is sensitive but of its time. Project Intent Structural The City of Austin has conducted three studies of the building. Two structural studies and one geotechnical report. The second structural study specifically addressed potential remediation of the existing structure. All reports have been independently reviewed by the current structural engineer, who concurs with the studies’ methodologies and conclusions. Studies Historic An historic survey of the area was conducted. This building was identified in the survey. Recommendations for landmark were included. Reasoning: Possesses integrity and significance in Postwar Infrastructure Expansion. Survey Historic There are two simple paths: 1) The project moves forward without landmark designation. 2) The project moves forward with landmark designation. Two Paths Historic Without designation, the project would need approval for the proposed demolition. With intent for designation, the project would need both approval for the proposed demolition and a Certificate of Appropriateness. Our understanding is that the permitting process would overlap the landmark process if it were pursued by the city. Options Proposal Preservation of original use Carrying of roof line Use of brick Reuse of original signage Maintenance of original setback Compatible massing Use of period-appropriate detailing Preservation of historic fabric that is capable of being saved Design Highlights Proposal Original without emulation. Meets the needs …
City of Austin Fire Station No. 3 Introductions and Context Alex Jenota, Project Manager Flintco – General Contractor Historic Landmark Commission – Design Overview Presentations 24 May 2021 Outline Introductions and Context Alex Janota, Project Manager Flintco – General Contractor Structural Damage Barry Krieger, Principal JQ Infrastructure – Structural Engineer Cost Implications and Alternatives Michelle Noriega, Project Manager City of Austin – Client Design Proposal Rob Robbins, Studio Director WestEast Design Group – Architect The Plan Forward Tony Haden, Division Chief Austin Fire Department – End User Context Location: 201 West 30th St Currently, all fire trucks are being parked outside the apparatus bay. Recent changes to the floodplain maps cause a significant portion of the building to be in the floodplain. Overview Construction completed on February 21, 1957 Architect: Roy Thomas Does not have any Landmark designations at present Adjacent to the Aldridge Place Historic District Historic An historic survey of the area was conducted. This building was identified in the survey. Recommendations for landmark were included. Reasoning: Possesses integrity and significance in Postwar Infrastructure Expansion. Neighborhood Engagement We presented the design proposal to the North University Neighborhood Association (NUNA) and the Aldridge Place Historic District. Meeting conducted through Zoom on May 3, 2021. Follow up questions were answered through email. Repairable Not Repairable Damage The building has suffered two types of structural damage: 1) General wear and tear based on age. (entire structure) 2) Overstressing of the foundation due to parking trucks that are heavier than the original design load. (apparatus bay only) Shore up and preserve Demolish and replace Intent For the areas that have just suffered age- related wear and tear, the intent is to shore up that portion of the structure and preserve it. For the apparatus bay, the intent is to demolish the portion of the building that is beyond repair and replace it with a new structure that is sensitive but of its time. Goals and Objectives 1) Save the historic fabric that can be saved and put it in good structural standing for the future. 2) Preserve the original historic use/function of the building. 3) Provide the Fire Department and EMS with the modern facility they need to operate effectively and efficiently for decades to come thus providing vital life-safety services to the area. 4) Get the fire trucks parked indoors for protection of the equipment, speed of response times, and aesthetic …
City of Austin Fire Station No. 3 NUNA Executive Committee/Aldridge Place Historic District – Design Overview Presentation 3 May 2021 Context Location: 201 West 30th St Currently, all fire trucks are being parked outside the apparatus bay. Recent changes to the floodplain maps cause a significant portion of the building to be in the floodplain. Introduction Overview Construction completed on February 21, 1957 Architect: Roy Thomas Does not have any Landmark designations at present Adjacent to the Aldridge Place Historic District Building History Repairable Not Repairable Overview The building has suffered two types of structural damage: 1) General wear and tear based on age. (entire structure) 2) Overstressing of the foundation due to parking trucks that are heavier than the original design load. (apparatus bay only) Structural Damage Shore up and preserve Demolish and replace Overview For the areas that have just suffered age- related wear and tear, the intent is to shore up that portion of the structure and preserve it. For the apparatus bay, the intent is to demolish the portion of the building that is beyond repair and replace it with a new structure that is sensitive but of its time. Project Intent Structural The City of Austin has conducted three studies of the building. Two structural studies and one geotechnical report. The second structural study specifically addressed potential remediation of the existing structure. All reports have been independently reviewed by the current structural engineer, who concurs with the studies’ methodologies and conclusions. Studies Historic An historic survey of the area was conducted. This building was identified in the survey. Recommendations for landmark were included. Reasoning: Possesses integrity and significance in Postwar Infrastructure Expansion. Survey Objectives 1) Save the historic fabric that can be saved and put it in good structural standing for the future. 2) Preserve the original historic use/function of the building. 3) Provide the Fire Department and EMS with the modern facility they need to operate effectively and efficiently for decades to come thus providing vital life-safety services to the area. 4) Get the fire trucks parked indoors for protection of the equipment, speed of response times, and aesthetic improvement of the neighborhood. 5) Create an addition that is respectful of the original, but not a false recreation of mindless mimicry. Project Goals What we asking for from the neighborhood 1) Input to help the design team fully understand the concerns of all stakeholders. …
City of Austin Fire Station No. 3 Design Commission Presentation 25 October 2021 Context Location: 201 West 30th St Currently, all fire trucks are being parked outside the apparatus bay. Recent changes to the floodplain maps cause a significant portion of the building to be in the floodplain. Introduction Overview Construction completed on February 21, 1957 Architect: Roy Thomas Does not have any Landmark designations at present Adjacent to the Aldridge Place Historic District Building History Historic An historic survey of the area was conducted. This building was identified in the survey. Recommendations for landmark were included. Reasoning: Possesses integrity and significance in Postwar Infrastructure Expansion. Building History Neighborhood Engagement We presented the design proposal to the North University Neighborhood Association (NUNA) and the Aldridge Place Historic District. Meeting conducted through Zoom on May 3, 2021. Follow up questions were answered through email. We received support from both the neighborhood and the historic district. Previous Engagement Historic Landmark Commission Engagement We presented the design proposal to the Historic Landmark Commission. Commission hearing was conducted on May 24, 2021. Commission was favorable to the demolition of the damaged apparatus bay and the replacement design presented. One commissioner stated in the meeting, “Projects such as this are to be celebrated.” Previous Engagement Repairable Not Repairable Damage The building has suffered two types of structural damage: 1) General wear and tear based on age. (entire structure) 2) Overstressing of the foundation due to parking trucks that are heavier than the original design load. (apparatus bay only) Program Shore up and preserve Demolish and replace Intent For the areas that have just suffered age- related wear and tear, the intent is to shore up that portion of the structure and preserve it. For the apparatus bay, the intent is to demolish the portion of the building that is beyond repair and replace it with a new structure that is sensitive but of its time. Program Structural Phase One – Structural Floor System Capacity Assessment CTL Group May 2017 CTL Group August 2017 Phase Two – Feasibility Study Letter of Recommendation Karim Helmi, P.E., City Structural Engineer, CoA Public Works Department September 2017 Geotechnical Report Kleinfelder October 2018 Research and Assessment Site With the designation of the new 100-year floodplain, the remaining buildable area is extremely limited. (Shown in red) This means the only available land for a new apparatus bay is the land where …
Downtown Density Bonus Program October 25 Design Commission Content Program History and Requirements Program Outcomes Fee In-Lieu Recalibration Discussion and Next Steps Program History and Requirements 3 Downtown Density Bonus Program History 2013: Downtown Density Bonus Ordinance 20130627-105 passes replacing CURE (Central Urban Redevelopment). 2014: Downtown Density Bonus program is updated with a new ordinance 2014022-054 that provides additional definitions and sets up current Rainey Street subdistrict requirements Affordability Requirements Affordability requirements only apply to projects with a residential component 50% of bonus area must be achieved thru affordable housing benefits which can be done through a fee-in-lieu or on-site affordable units Rainey Street Subdistrict is only subdistrict that requires on-site affordable units calculated as 5% of the square footage of dwelling units developed within the FAR ratio of 8:1 and made affordable at 80% MFI or below On-site Affordability Terms Ownership: 120% MFI or below ($118,700 for a household of 4) for 99 years *Rainey Street Subdistrict is an exception with an 80% MFI limit Rental: 80% MFI or below ($79,100 for a household of 4) for 40 years Program Outcomes To Date 6 Project Status *As of 10/18/2021 Overall DDB Program Rainey Street Subdistrict Certified Projects by year Overall DDB Program Rainey Street Subdistrict Program Outcomes Certified Site Plan Under Review Building Permit Issued Project Completed Project Cancelled 4 1 8 4 3 2 0 3 2 2 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Total 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 5 20 1 0 2 0 1 1 0 4 9 Completed Projects with On-Site Affordable Housing Camden Rainey Street Project includes 16 income- restricted affordable rental units that will be affordable until 2056. The Quincy Project includes 14 rental units that will be income-restricted affordable until 2061. *Both projects are within the Rainey Street Subdistrict. Development Pipeline Overall Downtown Density Bonus Program 3,276 Rainey Street Subdistrict 1,252 1,252 832 41 46 87 45 46 91 Certified/Site Plan Under Review/Building Permit Issued Projects Estimated Total Rental Units Estimated Affordable Rental Units Estimated Total Ownership Units Estimated Affordable Ownership Units Estimated Total Affordable Units Estimated Total Fee-in- lieu Pending $23,043,870 $6,271,102 Total Fee-in-lieu Paid $131,937 Estimated Total Units 4,528 2,084 Alexan Waterloo Apartments at 700 E 11th Street is set to be the next completed Downtown Density Bonus Project. Located in the Waller Creek subdistrict it will be the first project outside …
4th and Brazos - Downtown Density Bonus Request Urban Design Guidelines Compliance Matrix Area Wide Guidelines Guideline AW-1: Create dense development 1 Achieved? (Yes/No) Applicant's Comments This project is requesting additional density through the Downtown Density Bonus Program to increase density to an FAR of 23:1. 2 AW-2. Create mixed-use development The project will span a half block and proposes approximately 765,500 SF of office space and 48,000 square feet of restaurant/retail space. Yes Yes Yes N/A Yes Yes Yes N/A Yes Yes Yes Yes 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 AW-3. Limit development which closes downtown streets AW-4. Buffer neighborhood edges AW-5. Incorporate civic art in both public and private development AW-6. Protect important public views AW-7. Avoid historical misrepresentations AW-8. Respect adjacent historic buildings AW-9. Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street AW-10. Avoid the development of theme environments AW-11. Recycle existing building stock Public Streetscape Guidelines 12 PS-1. Protect the pedestrian where the building meets the street The project does not propose to close any downtown streets. This project is located within the Central Business District and does not border any residential neighborhoods. Public artwork will be incorporated into the project. Exact locations of the proposed artwork have not yet been finalized. The project does not obscure existing views through public right-of-way. The project is not located in the Capitol View Corridor nor does it propose any pedestrian bridges or flyovers. The project will consist of a contemporary design built from high-quality modern materials and will not have any historical references. The project is not adjacent to or near any historic buildings All rooftops that are visible from neighboring properties will be landscaped rooftop terraces and utilized as an occupiable space. All mechanical equipment on the rooftop will be screened from view. The project is not a theme environment and does not mock past imaginary places. The project will strive to recycle as much as feasible. The project is designed to incorporate Great Streets Standards along all public street frontages and overhangs or canopies at building entries. The building overhang proposed along a portion of Brazos Street and San Jacinto Boulevard and all of E. 4th Street will provide overhead protection at the pedestrian level. Further, the intention of this section is to consider pedestrian protection and the projection is a straightforward suggestion to meeting compliance. In our case, the …
DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, September 27, 2021 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards & Commissions, Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 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 CURRENT MEMBERS: David Carroll, Chair (District 1) Martha Gonzalez (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Melissa Henao-Robledo (District 5) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) 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 City of Austin New EMS/Fire Station, located at the intersection of Lop 360 and Westlake Drive, complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin; Owen Harrod MWM Design Group. 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Approval of the August 23rd meeting minutes b. Discussion and Possible Action on recent Council approval to update the Urban Design Guidelines c. Appointment of Commission Member to the Downtown Commission 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 Committee: D. Carroll (Chair), M. Henao-Robledo (Vice Chair) Committees Working Groups 1. Planning & Urban Design Working Group: E. Taniguchi, B. Whatley, A. Coleman, D. Carroll 2. Architecture & Development Working Group: B. Whatley, M. Gonzalez, D. Carroll, B. Frail 3. Landscape & …
Loop 360/Davenport Fire/EMS Station Project Community Meeting Aug. 30, 2021 Via Zoom New Joint Fire/EMS Station in Del Valle (2020) Meeting Agenda • Meeting Expectations • Welcome and Introductions • Project History and Background • Station Design • Current Status and Next Steps • Questions City of Austin | Public Works Department 1 Meeting Expectations Please… • Keep your microphones muted and cameras off • Place questions in the chat as we move through the presentation • Note that we will answer all questions at the end of the meeting • Note that any questions we’re not able to answer, we’ll provide a written response ASAP • Use the link in the chat to add your email address for future updates about this project City of Austin | Public Works Department 2 Introductions •Alison Alter - •Division Chief Tony Haden •Division Chief Wes Hopkins •Michael Gates •Burton Jones– •Michelle Noriega - •Cris Ruebush •Bryant Bell Council Member, District 10 – Austin Fire Department (AFD) – Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) – City of Austin Real Estate Services Office Project Manager, Public Works Project Manager, Public Works – PGAL Architects – GarzaEMC, Civil Engineering Project History and Background • May 2018 - City Council directs the City Manager to build five permanent fire stations in the areas of greatest needs to ensure community safety—including a station to serve the Loop 360/Davenport area Sept. 2018 Jan. 2019 – City begins search for suitable site for new Loop 360/Davenport Fire/EMS Station – First community meeting with Loop 360/Davenport residents; project team asks for community’s • Oct. 2019 help in identifying potential sites July 2020 – Negotiations begin with St. Stephen’s Episcopal School for station on their property • Oct. 2020 – City begins to evaluate proposed site, 4601 Westlake Dr. Jan. 2021 - – 4601 Westlake Dr. is determined to be a feasible location for a new station June 2021 – Development review process begins Residents notified of a site plan being filed for building of new station • • • • • Project History and Background City of Austin | Public Works Department 6 City of Austin | Public Works Department 7 Project History and Background Site Location Conflict with St. Stephens Dr. Too Steep Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station Design Station …
