Historic Design Standards City of Austin Adopted _________ Welcome In Austin, historic preservation encourages the preservation of historic buildings, structures, sites, and districts; promotes awareness of cultural and architectural heritage; and helps shape a more sustainable, equitable, and livable place. As the city grows, these Historic Design Standards will help property owners, designers, builders, and historic preservation professionals make consistent decisions about how to meet present-day needs while stewarding local built heritage and achieving larger goals. Clear standards and graphics show good practices, as well as changes to avoid. The Historic Design Standards were created by a working group representing property owners, designers, developers, advocates, and the Historic Landmark Commission. The working group sought to develop locally relevant standards grounded in national preservation principles. Many members are laypeople, and readability was a key concern: the standards needed to be understandable by property owners and neighbors considering whether to apply for historic district designation, as well as by architects. A Maintenance and Preservation chapter and illustrated glossary support those who want to learn more about architectural elements and materials. The Historic Design Standards promote long-term sustainability by supporting the retention and repair of existing buildings, which keep tons of old-growth wood and other material in use and out of the landfill. They also support sustainable solutions for making buildings more energy efficient now, from high-impact improvements like attic insulation and duct sealing to DIY changes such as weather-stripping around windows and doors. Historic Preservation Office staff are available to answer questions and provide feedback on proposed projects. Reach out to preservation@austintexas.gov or call (512) 974-3393. Left cover image: People looking out over Austin, ca. 1940s Acknowledgments Design Standards Working Group The Historic Landmark Commission created the Design Standards Working Group on September 24, 2018 to create a new set of historic design standards, with the goals of providing clear, user-friendly standards and guidelines for all historic property owners and of simplifying the historic district application process. This document is the product of the working group’s efforts and is modeled on the Preservation Austin design standards template produced through a community initiative in April 2011. David Carroll, AIA Urban Design Commission, preservation architect Janet Beinke Historic district property owner Cara Bertron Historic Preservation Office staff Madeline Clites Preservation consultant Angela Gaudette Historic Preservation Office staff Laura Keating Urban Design staff Marie Oehlerking-Read Texas Historical Commission staff (prev.) Misael Ramos Representative from potential …
Special Called Design Commission December 21, 2020 Design Commission to be held December 21, 2020 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (December 20th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Design Commission Meeting, members of the public must: • Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-1243 and aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. • Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. • Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. • Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. • Handouts or other information may be emailed to aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. • If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Reunión del Design Commission FECHA de la reunion (December 21,2020) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (December 20th antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los residentes deben • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 974-1243 and aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo electrónico. junta en la • • Una vez que se haya llamado o enviado por correo electrónico una solicitud para hablar al enlace de la junta, los residentes recibirán un correo electrónico o …
90.92 Rainey Street Design Commission December 21, 2020 1 Aerial – Site Vicinity 2 Current Use Container Bar: 90 Rainey Street Bungalow Bar: 92 Rainey Street 3 4 Property Facts Address: 90-92 Rainey Street Lot Size: 0.3675 acres / 16,000 square feet Entitled FAR: 8:1* Proposed FAR: 32:1 Entitled Height: unlimited Proposed Height: 602 feet / 51 floors *8:1 FAR achievable with compliance with Waterfront Overlay Rainey Street subdistrict affordable housing provision requirements. 5 Project Facts 511,492 total square feet Residential: 426,908 SF / 446 units Pedestrian-Oriented Uses: 11,994 SF 267 parking spaces 6 Gatekeeper Requirements 1. 2-Star Green Builder → 3-Star AEGB rating proposed 2. Great Streets Compliance 3. Substantial Compliance with Downtown Design Guidelines 7 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) 4,649.45 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $1,357,460.00 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,757,460.00 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 8 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) b. 9,358.55 square feet (Additional On-Site Provision) 14,008 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $889,532.50 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,289,532.50 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 9 Working Group • Met with Working Group on November 19, 2020 • Achieved compliance with the following: • 10 out of 11 Area Wide Guidelines • 7 out of 11 applicable Public Streetscape Guidelines • 5 out of 7 Building Guidelines • Not applicable: Plaza and Open Space Guidelines 10 Summary of Changes • Tripled on-site affordable housing provision • Additional outdoor café seating on both sides of Rainey Street sidewalk clear zone • Inclusion of bollards for pedestrian safety • Built-in bench underneath mural on Davis Street 11 12 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF 140 below grade parking spaces 13 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF Y E L L A 140 below grade parking spaces DAVIS STREET T E E R T S Y E N A R I 14 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Y E L L A Residential: 225,507 SF / …
90.92 Rainey Street Design Commission December 21, 2020 1 Aerial – Site Vicinity 2 Current Use Container Bar: 90 Rainey Street Bungalow Bar: 92 Rainey Street 3 4 Property Facts Address: 90-92 Rainey Street Lot Size: 0.3675 acres / 16,000 square feet Entitled FAR: 8:1* Proposed FAR: 32:1 Entitled Height: unlimited Proposed Height: 602 feet / 51 floors *8:1 FAR achievable with compliance with Waterfront Overlay Rainey Street subdistrict affordable housing provision requirements. 5 Project Facts 511,492 total square feet Residential: 426,908 SF / 446 units Pedestrian-Oriented Uses: 11,994 SF 267 parking spaces 6 Gatekeeper Requirements 1. 2-Star Green Builder → 3-Star AEGB rating proposed 2. Great Streets Compliance 3. Substantial Compliance with Downtown Design Guidelines 7 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) 4,649.45 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $1,357,460.00 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,757,460.00 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 8 Community Benefits 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 4,649.45 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) b. 9,358.55 square feet (Additional On-Site Provision) 14,008 square feet (Total) 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $400,000.00 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $889,532.50 (15:1 to 32:1 FAR) $1,289,532.50 fee-in-lieu (Total) 3. 3-Star AEGB Benefit a. Grants 32,000 SF bonus area 9 Working Group • Met with Working Group on November 19, 2020 • Achieved compliance with the following: • 10 out of 11 Area Wide Guidelines • 7 out of 11 applicable Public Streetscape Guidelines • 5 out of 7 Building Guidelines • Not applicable: Plaza and Open Space Guidelines 10 Summary of Changes • Tripled on-site affordable housing provision • Additional outdoor café seating on both sides of Rainey Street sidewalk clear zone • Inclusion of bollards for pedestrian safety • Built-in bench underneath mural on Davis Street 11 12 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF 140 below grade parking spaces 13 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Residential: 225,507 SF / 198 units Hotel: 349,236 SF / 424 keys Bar / Restaurant / Amenities: 5,825 SF Y E L L A 140 below grade parking spaces DAVIS STREET T E E R T S Y E N A R I 14 Project Facts 582,513 total square feet Y E L L A Residential: 225,507 SF / …
David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20201221-01A Aan Coleman Josue Meiners Seconded By: Jessica Rollason Design Commission recommendation for the project located at 90 & 92 Rainey Street. Date: December 28, 2020 Subject: Motioned By: Friendly Amendment: Recommendation: The City of Austin Design Commission recommends that the project located at 90 & 92 Rainey Street, as presented on December 21, 2020, substantially complies with the City of Austin Urban Design Guidelines with the additional recommendation that public benches be included near the art wall along the Davis Street façade. Rationale: Dear Honorable Mayor Adler, City Council Members, Planning Commission, and the Director of Housing and Planning, This letter is to confirm the Design Commission’s recommendation that the project located at 90 & 92 Rainey Highway, as presented to us on December 21, 2020 substantially complies with the Urban Design Guidelines as one of the gatekeeper requirements of the Downtown Density Bonus Program. Our review found the following positive attributes: 1. The applicant has agreed to add public benches along the art wall on the Davis Street façade. 2. All curb cuts are proposed to be in the alley 3. Parking count is lower than industry standard 4. Residential Lobby is limited and lots of retail space is provided at street level and basement level 7 - 0 - 0 Respectfully, City of Austin Design Commission Vote: For: Aan Coleman, Beau Frail, Josue Meiners, Bart Whatley, Ben Luckens, Jessica Rollason, Samuel Franco Against: NA Abstain: NA Recuse: David Carroll Absent: Martha Gonzalez, Evan Taniguchi, Melissa Henao-Robledo Attest: David Carroll, Chair of the Design Commission 1 of 1 Design Commission - Recommendation for 9092 Rainey Page 1
David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RESOLUTION 20201221-01E – Historic Design Standards WHEREAS, no city adopted Historic Design Standards exist today, leaving neighborhoods, home owners, and design professionals without the proper resources to guide them in the historical design and application process; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards are organized in a clear, easy-to-use, graphic format that both design professionals and home owners can understand; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide for clearer standards, making historical designations easier to attain and in a more equitable way; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide a more consistent and predictable review process for applicants, the Historic Landmark Commission, and city staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will serve to help maintain and preserve our historic resources, as directed in the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will allow us to better preserve our cultural and historical assets as outlined in Austin Strategic Direction 2023; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures diverts construction materials from the landfill, thereby helping to achieve the city’s adopted goal of Zero Waste by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Resource Recovery Masterplan; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures reduces the need for new building materials, thereby mitigating potential carbon emissions and helping to achieve the zero-emissions goal outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City of Austin Design Commission supports the adoption of the proposed Historic Design Standards in that they will help the city meet its shared goals and provide for a more clear and equitable process. Record of Vote: Motion by Commissioner Whatley, second by Commissioner Rollason. Motion passed 7-0-0. Date of approval: December 21, 2020 Attest: David Carroll, Chair 1 of 1 Design Commission - Resolution for Historic Design Standards Page 1
David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RESOLUTION 20201221-01E – Historic Design Standards WHEREAS, no city adopted Historic Design Standards exist today, leaving neighborhoods, home owners, and design professionals without the proper resources to guide them in the historical design and application process; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards are organized in a clear, easy-to-use, graphic format that both design professionals and home owners can understand; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide for clearer standards, making historical designations easier to attain and in a more equitable way; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide a more consistent and predictable review process for applicants, the Historic Landmark Commission, and city staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will serve to help maintain and preserve our historic resources, as directed in the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will allow us to better preserve our cultural and historical assets as outlined in Austin Strategic Direction 2023; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures diverts construction materials from the landfill, thereby helping to achieve the city’s adopted goal of Zero Waste by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Resource Recovery Masterplan; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures reduces the need for new building materials, thereby mitigating potential carbon emissions and helping to achieve the zero-emissions goal outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City of Austin Design Commission supports the adoption of the proposed Historic Design Standards in that they will help the city meet its shared goals and provide for a more clear and equitable process. Record of Vote: Motion by Commissioner Whatley, second by Commissioner Rollason. Motion passed 7-0-0. Date of approval: December 21, 2020 Attest: David Carroll, Chair 1 of 1 Design Commission - Resolution for Historic Design Standards Page 1
Design Commission November 23, 2020 Design Commission to be held November 23, 2020 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (November 22nd by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Design Commission Meeting, residents must: • Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-1243 and aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. • Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. • Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. • If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Reunión del Design Commission FECHA de la reunion (November 23,2020) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (November 22nd antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. la junta en Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los residentes deben • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 974-1243 and aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo electrónico. • Una vez que se haya llamado o enviado por correo electrónico una solicitud para hablar al enlace de la junta, los residentes recibirán un correo electrónico o una llamada telefónica con el número de teléfono …
Design Commission November 23, 2020 Design Commission to be held November 23, 2020 with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (November 22nd by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the Design Commission Meeting, residents must: • Call or email the board liaison at (512) 974-1243 and aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. • Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. • Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. • If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live Reunión del Design Commission FECHA de la reunion (November 23,2020) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (November 22nd antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. la junta en Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los residentes deben • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 974-1243 and aaron.jenkins@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo electrónico. • Una vez que se haya llamado o enviado por correo electrónico una solicitud para hablar al enlace de la junta, los residentes recibirán un correo electrónico o una llamada telefónica con el número de teléfono …
DESIGN COMMISSION MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2020 6:00 PM Via Video conferencing Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:05 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Martha Gonzalez – (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) X X X Melissa Hanao-Robledo – Vice-Chair (District 5) X Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X X X X X Beau Frail (District 6) Jessica Rollason (District 7) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF “X” Denote Commission Members who were in attendance X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Aaron D. Jenkins, Staff Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether River Street Hotel and Homes, addressed at 61-69 Rainey Street and 60 East Ave, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines, for the City of Austin. Amanda Swor Drenner Group; Greg Verabian HKS; David Lake Lake Flato; Cameron Campbell CLA. • Amanda Swor of the Drenner Group along with Greg Verabian HKS; David Lake Lake Flato; Cameron Campbell CLA, presented and answered questions from Commissioners • Commissioner B. Whatley left the meeting @ 6:30 pm • The motion to recommend the project with two caveats: o That retail space indicates or shows that permeability courteousness described by David Lake o That the entry is expressed more definitively • A motion was made by Commissioner A. Coleman and seconded by Commissioner J. Rollason. Project manager Amanda Swor offered to include a letter of concession to address the caveats. Page 1 of 3 • Commissioner Taniguchi requested that his comment be reflected in the minutes as such, “this project comply substantially with Urban Design Guidelines” • The motion was approved on a vote [7, 1, 1]. b. Discussion and possible action to support the Joint Sustainability Committee recommendation of the Austin Climate Equity Plan. • Commissioner E. Taniguchi made a motion to support the Joint Sustainability Committee recommendation of the Austin Climate Equity Plan. Vice Chairwoman M. Hanao-Robledo seconded. • The motion was approved [9, 0] 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and possible Action): 1. Approval of the September 30th meeting minutes • Commissioner J. Rollason made a motion to approve the September 30th meeting minutes. Commissioner E. Taniguchi seconded. • The motion was approved …
2021 DESIGN COMMISSION MEETING CALENDAR Austin City Hall 301 W. Second Street, Austin, Texas, 78701 Boards and Commissions Room 1101 6:00 PM Application Deadline 10 Business Days Prior to Meeting by 2:00 PM (No Exceptions) January 11th February 8th March 8th April 12th May 10th June 14th August 9th September 13th October 11th November 1st 3November 29th Materials Deadline 7 Business Days Prior to Meeting by 2:00 PM (No Exceptions) January 14th February 11th March 11th April 15th May 13th June 17th August 12th September 16th October 14th November 4th December 2nd Meeting Date Mondays at 6:00 p.m. (Unless otherwise noted) January 25th February 22nd March 22nd April 26th May 24th June 28th July – No Meeting August 23rd September 27th October 25th 1November 15th 2December 13th 1 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 3rd Monday due to Thanksgiving Holiday occurring this week 2 Meeting moved from 4th Monday to 2nd Monday due to Christmas Holiday 3 Deadlines moved due to the Christmas Holiday
The East Tower Design Commission November 2020 1 2 Current use: Surface parking lot and restaurant. 4 Property Facts Address: 82 and 84 N Interstate 35 Service Road SB Lot Size: 0.41 acres / 17,860 square feet Rainey Street Entitled Height: 40 feet DDBP Allowable Height: Proposed Height: Unlimited 450 feet / 41 floors CBD Zoning Entitled FAR: DDBP Allowable FAR: Proposed DDBP FAR: 8:1 15:1 21:1 5 Rainey Street District of DDBP Up to 15:1 FAR and unlimited height allowed 21:1 FAR requires City Council approval per Code Section §25-2-586 (B)(6). Gatekeeper Requirements 1. 2-Star AE Green Building • Project plans to achieve 3-Star AE Green Building Status 2. Great Streets Compliance (via fee-in-lieu) 3. Substantial Compliance with Downtown Design Guidelines 7 Community Benefits 347,530 total Gross Square Feet (GSF) 1. On-site Affordable Housing: a. 5,076 square feet (Rainey District Requirement) b. 4,510 square feet (on-site provision above 15:1) 9,586 square feet (Total)* 2. Fee-In-Lieu a. $607,505 (8:1 to 15:1 FAR) b. $225,512 (15:1 to 21.1:1 FAR) $833,017 fee-in-lieu (Total)* *Figures subject to confirmation from NHCD 8 9 10 TO RAINEY STREET 11 Public Access Easement Site Working Group Met on September 3, 2020 Not substantially compliant overall – emphasis on improving mix of uses, streetscape, local character. Area Wide Guidelines Create dense development • AW 1: Create Dense Development AW.1 • AW 2: Create Mixed-Use Development Create mixed-use development AW.2 Limit development which closes Downtown • AW 3: Limit Development Which Closes Downtown Streets AW.3 streets • AW 4: Buffer Neighborhood Edges Buffer neighborhood edges AW.4 • AW 5: Incorporate Civic Art in Public and Private Incorporate civic art in both public and private Development AW.5 development • AW 6: Protect Important Public Views AW.6 Protect important public views • AW 7: Avoid Historical Misinterpretations AW.7 • AW 8: Respect Adjacent Historic Buildings AW.8 • AW 9: Acknowledge that Rooftops are Seen from Other AW.9 Respect adjacent historic buildings Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street Avoid the development of theme environments AW.10 • AW 10: Avoid The Development Of Theme Environments AW.11 NO Buildings and the Street Avoid historical misinterpretations Recycle existing building stock 14 15 NORTHWEST VIEW 16 TO RAINEY STREET 17 Public Streetscape Guidelines N/A Enhance the streetscape Enhance key transit stops Reinforce pedestrian activity Create …
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 …
M E M O R A N D U M Art Zamorano, Planning and Zoning Department Aaron Jenkins, Planning and Zoning Department Jorge Rousselin, Planning and Zoning Department Stephany Roy, Senior Property Agent, Land Management Development Services Department TO: FROM: DATE: November 10, 2020 SUBJECT: Design Commission Agenda 11/16/2020 F#10285-2006, 10286-2006 and 10287-2006 Partial Aerial Right-of-Way Vacation Applications for 60 East Avenue, 61 Rainey Street, and 69 Rainey Street Attached are the departmental comments and other information pertinent to the three joint referenced right of way vacation applications requesting to vacate aerial alley rights. The area being requested for vacation will be used for Mixed use high-rise with ground floor pedestrian oriented uses (retail) outdoor seating and multi-family housing. Buildings to span over the alley above 18'. All affected departments and private utility franchise holders have reviewed this request and recommend approval subject to the following conditions: AT&T (SWBT) – Only applies to F#10285-2006 • Approved contingent on the stipulation all AT&T facilities have been removed from said aerial ROW. ATD Electric • Approved contingent upon 1. A public access easement will be provided for an additional 3 feet of width on each side of the alley - 6 feet in total. 2. The aerial vacation will be 20 feet in height at the building face and will transition down to 18 feet at the lowest point. • Approved contingent upon retention of a public utility easement to cover aerial utility lines. Once the lines/poles are relocated/removed, the PUE can be vacated. Be advised that poles will not be removed until all utilities have been removed from them. If there are comms located on the poles in this area, applicant should begin conversations now with comm companies regarding relocations. Continue to work with Rudy Vela at Austin Energy regarding relocation of electric facilities. Google Fiber – Only applies to F#10285-2006 • Approved contingent upon any relocations and with the understanding that an alternate underground pathway will be provided for the relocation of our existing aerial fiber optics cables. All expenses will be the responsibility of the Developer. • Approved contingent upon full reimbursement for the cost of constructions if Grande Communications Grande will need to relocate. PARD / Planning and Design Review • Approved contingent upon “See comment document”. Time Warner Cable / Charter Urban Design Review • Approved contingent upon any relocations and/or adjustments of Charter/Spectrum facilities will be …
Building Information Parking Table Land Use Units Sq. Ft. Parking Ratio Req'd Spaces Reduced Req't* Prov'd (Reg) Req'd ADA Prov'd ADA Req'd ADA Van Req'd Loading Prov'd Loading Req'd Bike Prov'd Bike Prov'd ADA Van 319 7 8 1 2 2 2 35.8 45 Impervious Cover Table Existing Proposed Removal Proposed Addition Building 3,962 3,962 22,213 Parking/Driveway & Others 5,803 5,803 1,366 Sidewalk Wood Decks (50% IC) Total (Area) Gross Site Area Total (Percent) - 1,165 10,930 - - 1,165 - 10,930 23,579 23,579 SF 0.541 Acre 46.35% 46.35% 100.0% SITE & BUILDING INFORMATION TABLE GROSS SITE AREA (GSA) EXISTING LAND USE PROPOSED LAND USE ZONING GROSS FLOOR AREA (SF) NUMBER OF STORIES FINISHED FLOOR ELEVATION BUILDING COVERAGE (100% ALLOWED) IMPERVIOUS COVER (100% ALLOWED) FLOOR-TO-AREA RATIO (15:1 PER ORD.) BUILDING HEIGHT (FT) FOUNDATION TYPE 23,579 SF 0.541 ACRES GENERAL RESTAURANT/COCKTAIL LOUNGE SEE PARKING TABLE CBD 568,334 48 452.0 23,513 23,579 SF SF 99.7% 100% GSA GSA 24.10 552.3 UNDERGROUND GARAGE CONC. SLAB Hotel 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom Total Multi-Family Total 248 108 96 36 239 *No parking required in CBD zoning district 1.1 1.5 2 2.5 227,117 341,217 568,334 273 162 192 90 717 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0 FPSE SERV CORRIDOR RESTAURANT TRASH HOLDING AREA N RESTAURANT PACKAGE REF. PKG FIRE COMMAND MAIL LOUNGE LOBBY FF = 100' 452'-3" DELIVERY MDF 1 2 10 BIKES TRASH LOADING VEST GAS METER LOADING 10 x 40 3 WATER SOFT STAGING BIKE ROOM / RUNNER'S LOUNGE FIREPUMP MAIN TRANSFORMER ELECTRIC VAULT FF= 103'9" 456.0 SP-2019-0465C 06 18 25-5 10-21-2019 112 JEREMY SALTILA CBD Final plat must be recorded by the Project Expiration Date, if applicable. Subsequent Site Plans which do not comply with the Code current at the time of filing, and all required Building Permits and/or a notice of construction (if a Building permit is not required), must also be approved prior to the Project Expiration Date.
The East Tower – Downtown Austin Design Guidelines Density Bonus Application Area-Wide Guidelines Urban Design Guideline Achieved? AW.1 Create dense development YES Applicant's Comments The project is applying to exceed the density of 15:1 FAR permitted administratively through the density bonus program by 5.45:1 FAR through City Council approval. The total density requested is 21:1 FAR. The midblock project site is limited to 120' of street frontage on East Avenue, with a very limited 15,115 sf floor plate. The ground floor contains an active lobby space with access to both the primary entrance, facing east, as well as a second entrance to the ground-floor to the west where residents may access a bike storage and have a direct route to the Rainey Street District and future transit options. This project will not close any Downtown Streets. This project will be developed similarly in shape and size to other mid-rise and high-rise construction within the Rainey neighborhood. The western entry point will feature a large mural highlighting the entry access and public art gallery space that will be visible to pedestrians along Rainey Street. The Project does not obscure important public views and is not located in a Capitol View Corridor. The exterior design aesthetic for the Project will be contemporary minimalist and will not appear to be built earlier than it was. No historic properties are adjacent to the site. All equipment will be screened from views from the street. The two amenity decks on levels 12 and 41 incorporate large planting areas and pedestrian-scaled amenities that will enhance the view from adjacent properties. This project will not be a themed development. The only existing building on the site is in need of repair and will not be preserved or recycled. AW.2 AW.3 Create mixed-use development Limit development which closes Downtown streets YES YES YES YES YES YES YES AW.4 Buffer neighborhood edges YES Incorporate civic art in both public and private development AW.5 AW.6 Protect important public views YES AW.7 AW.8 Avoid historical misinterpretations Respect adjacent historic buildings Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street Avoid the development of theme environments AW.9 AW.10 AW.11 Recycle existing building stock NO The East Tower – Downtown Austin Design Guidelines Density Bonus Application Public Streetscape Guidelines Urban Design Guideline Achieved? Applicant's Comments The ground floor building facade is recessed from the projected building line above to provide shade …
MEMORANDUM Date: To: From: Subject: Meeting Date: Applicant: Architect: September 11, 2020 City of Austin Design Commission Planning & Urban Design Working Group Downtown Density Bonus Program review of the 14th and Guadalupe Streets project for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines. September 03, 2020; 1:00 pm, Virtual Meeting (Microsoft Teams) Leah Bojo, Drenner Group. STG Design The project is located at 84 East Avenue. Existing zoning is CBD and is in the Rainey Street Subdistrict. It is not within the Capitol View Corridor. The lot area is 17,642 square feet and the total proposed project area is 272,939 square feet with Residential Apartment use providing 284 units. The base FAR allow is 8:1. The proposed FAR for this project is 21:1, so an increase in FAR of 13:1 is being requested. Additionally, this is more than the 15:1 FAR allowed by the Downtown Density Bonus Program and therefore additional Community Benefits should be provided. The proposed building height is 450 feet with 41 floors. An above ground parking garage will be provided, with ten levels of parking and 350 spaces included. Six affordable housing units are proposed to fulfill Rainey Street Subdistrict requirements with the additional Community Benefit requirements being proposed as a fee-in-lieu to the Affordable Housing Trust. Per the Density Bonus Program ordinance, the applicant is required, at a minimum, to meet the three gatekeeper requirements: 1. Substantially comply with the City’s Urban Design Guidelines 2. Provide streetscape improvements that meet the Great Streets Program Standards. 3. Commit to a minimum of 2-Star rating under Austin Energy’s Green Building Program. WORKING GROUP COMMENTS REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES AREA WIDE GUIDELINES 1. Create Dense Development: 21:1 FAR being requested. Project complies with this section. 2. Create Mixed-Use Development: The project has only one use. This project does not comply with this section. Provide more uses to comply. 3. Limit Development which Closes Downtown Streets: This project is not proposing to permanently close any streets. Project complies with this section. 4. Buffer Neighborhood Edges: 5. Project is not adjacent to neighborhood. Guideline is not applicable. Incorporate Civic Art in both Public and Private Development: Public Art Gallery is provided on street level off of alley and mural is proposed on alley wall. Project complies with this section. 6. Protect Important Public Views: Project is not within the Capitol View Corridor and does not encroach ROW. …
