DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, March 28, 2022 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHEMINA DELCO, AUSTIN, TX 78752 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:03 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) P P P P P P P Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) P P P P Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “P” Denote Commission Members who were in present “A” Denote Commission Members who were absent CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF P Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison P Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison P Gunnar Garnos, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Briefing and discussion related to the equity-based preservation plan in progress, presented by Cara Bertron – City of Austin, Housing and Planning Department • Cara Bertron – City of Austin, Housing and Planning Department presented and answered questions. • No action taken. b. Briefing and discussion on the Downtown Density Bonus Program, 25-2-586, and the role of the Design Commission, presented by City Staff: Jorge E. Rousselin Page 1 of 3 • Jorge Rousselin – City of Austin, Housing and Planning Department presented and answered questions. • No action taken. 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Approval of the February 28th meeting minutes • Staff Liaison Art Zamorano issued a correction to the February 28th minutes, which lists the January 24th meeting incorrectly as “January 28” • Commissioner Coleman made a motion to approve the February 28th meeting minutes Commissioner Haneo-Robledo seconded. • The motion was approved [11 ayes, 0 nays] b. Changes to Design Commission Working Groups membership • Chairman Carroll appointed Commissioner Meiners to the Urban Design working group, bringing to the total to 5 members. c. Discussion and Possible Action on recent Council approval to update the Urban Design Guidelines • Chairman Carroll provided an update that the Urban Design working group has been meeting to craft a draft narrative. • No Action taken. d. Update from representative on the Downtown Commission regarding last meeting • Commissioner Weaver indicated that the Downtown Commission meeting had been cancelled due to South by Southwest. e. Update from representative on the Joint Sustainability committee regarding last meeting • …
DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, March 28, 2022, 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHEMINA DELCO, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the Design Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register email art.zamorano@austintexas.gov or call (512) 974-3583. CURRENT MEMBERS: David Carroll, Chair (District 1) Jon Salinas (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 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion & Possible Action): a. Briefing and discussion related to the equity-based preservation plan in progress, to be presented by Cara Bertron – City of Austin Housing and Planning Department b. Briefing and discussion on the Downtown Density Bonus Program, 25-2-586, and the role of the Design Commission. City Staff: Jorge E. Rousselin. Jorge.rousselin@austintexas.gov 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Approval of the February 28th meeting minutes b. Changes to Design Commission Working Groups membership c. Discussion and Possible Action on recent Council approval to update the Urban Design Guidelines 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. Items from Commission Members; c. 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 Art Zamorano in the Planning and Zoning Department art.zamorano@austintexas.gov (512) 974-3583, 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), J. Rollason (Vice Chair) Committees Working Groups 1. Planning & Urban Design Working …
EQUITY-BASED HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN Briefing to Design Commission—March 28, 2022 GOAL Replace Austin’s 1981 preservation plan with an inclusive, equity-focused, and community- oriented process and outcome WHY NOW? • Substantial population growth • High development pressure Preservation plan approved I N O T A L U P O P WHY NOW? • Substantial population growth • High development pressure EQUITY + COMMUNITY FOCUS • How can we better recognize, preserve, and share important places and stories? • How can preservation policies and tools address essential issues like sustainability, affordability, and displacement? • How can citizens co-create preservation policies? i l i ) t h g i r ( n o s u c n I l a c o S d n a n o i t a v r e s e r P , ) r e t n e c d n a t f e l ( n i t s u A f o y t i C / r i a h C n e p O : s e g a m I EQUITY + COMMUNITY FOCUS Images (clockwise from top): Westside Preservation Alliance/Esperanza Peace and Justice Center, Columbia University, City and County of San Francisco, Calle 24 Latino Cultural District, National Trust for Historic Preservation, San Antonio Office of Historic Preservation HISTORY MATTERS HISTORY MATTERS HISTORY MATTERS Historic landmark COMMUNITY-BASED PROCESS Professional facilitator COMMUNITY-BASED PROCESS Preservation Plan Working Group Recruitment through community partners $25/hour compensation available Laptop and wifi hotspot loans available COMMUNITY-BASED PROCESS Preservation Plan Working Group 150 applicants Multipronged selection process – Short answers – Stakeholder representation COMMUNITY-BASED PROCESS 26 community members 19 ZIP codes 13 members opting into compensation AUSTIN WORKING GROUP COMMUNITY-BASED PROCESS Affordable housing advocate Archaeologist Architect Attorney Business owner City board or commission Community member Contractor Developer Economic development organization (withdrew) Educational institution Engineer Heritage organization Heritage tourism professional (withdrew) Historic property owner Historical commission (City, County, State) Landscape architect (withdrew) Neighborhood association Preservation organization Preservation consultant Religious institution Social justice organization Urban planner/planning organization LAYING THE FOUNDATION LAYING THE FOUNDATION PHASE 1 – WORKING GROUP MEETINGS Essential Background and Process July ’21 Introduction and goals Apr. May Enforcement and protection Outreach, education, engagement Review and Next Steps June (#1) Review recommendations June (#2) Final …
Austin’s Downtown Density Bonus Program A brief overview and Design Commission’s Role Austin Skyline c. 2000 Austin’s development patterns were changing via CURE Central Urban Redevelopment Combining District (CURE) before DDBP: Modifies site development standards Modifies height and floor-to- area (FAR) ratios Modifies offsite parking and maneuvering Modifies signage, landscaping, and screening Inclusionary vs. Incentive Zoning Inclusionary vs. Incentive Mandatory zoning regulations requiring that a certain number of affordable units are included in developments as a condition of development approval A voluntary zoning regulation (or program) in which, an incentive such as a relaxation in zoning restrictions are offered to a developer in exchange for providing public benefits 2008 City Council direction Supports continued healthy growth DDBP Was based on economic conditions and reflective of the Market Preserves our cultural and natural resources Downtown Affordable Sustainable Authentic Is predictable and transparent Results In clear and quantifiable community benefits City Council direction 2008 2009 2011 2013 Initiation of aDowntown Density Bonus Program Report and Analysis Findings and recommendations from HR&A Advisors Infusion of DDBP recommendations into Downtown Austin Plan DDBP Code amendments modifying CURE and creating 25- 2-586. Ordinance No. 20130627-105 * * 2013 Ordinance established initial development conus fees that were in use until May 2021 City Council direction 2014 2021 2021 Modifications to 25-2-586 to specify community benefits Direction to implement interim revisions to the in-lieu affordable housing fees for residential and non-residential development for the DDBP and Rainey Density Bonus Program (Resolution No. 20210422-039)* Ordinance No. 20210520-009* implements interim development bonus fees (Figure 3) * Move revised fees to the City Fee Schedule so they can be updated more effectively; Modify 25-2-586 (B)(6); and Update the fee-in-lieu analysis provided by EcoNorthwest to reflect current market conditions and existing zones of the Downtown Density Bonus Program area Interim development bonus fees Adopted under Ordinance No. 20210520-009 Overview of 25-2-586 and role of Design Commission Most properties eligible for density bonuses 25-2-586 (B)(3) • Not all properties can take advantage of density bonuses. • Certain districts limit height for non-CBD properties. • Other factors can limit height: • Capital View Corridors • Capital Dominance • Compatibility Standards Most properties eligible for density bonuses 25-2-586 (B)(3) • Not all properties can take advantage of density bonuses. • Certain districts limit height for non-CBD properties. • Other factors can limit height: • Capital View Corridors • Capital Dominance • Compatibility Standards Program …
DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, February 28, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:16 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) P A P P P P “P” Denote Commission Members who were in present “A” Denote Commission Members who were absent X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison X Gunner Garnos, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF P Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) P A A A Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Rainey Street Trailhead project, located at 36 East Ave., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Heidi Anderson Charlotte Tonsor and Nick Blok The Trail Foundation. • Heidie Anderson, Charlotte Tonsor and Nick Blok; The Trail Foundation presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner J. Meiners made a motion that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner S. Franco seconded. • Commissioner M. Haneo-Robledo made a friendly amendment request that in the future to build a formal path if public access is observed cutting through the native landscape Commissinor J. Meiners and Commissioner S. Franco accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 Recusal, A. Coleman, B. Lukens, J. Rollason, B. Whatley, absent] • b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the project at 307 and 319 E. 2nd St., complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin. Applicant(s): Dave Anderson, Drenner Group; Larry Speck, Page/; Trent Rush, Hitchcock Design Group; and Jake George, Intracorp. • Dave Anderson, Drenner Group; Larry Speck, Page/; Trent Rush, Hitchcock Design Group; and Jake George, Intracorp presented and answered questions. • Commissioner M. Haneo-Robledo made a motion that the project complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Weaver seconded. • The motion failed [ 4 ayes, 2 nays, 1 …
DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, February 28, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:16 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) P A P P P P P Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) P A A A Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “P” Denote Commission Members who were in present “A” Denote Commission Members who were absent CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF X Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison X Art Zamorano, Staff Liaison X Gunner Garnos, Staff Liaison CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Rainey Street Trail project, located at 36 East Ave., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Heidi Anderson Charlotte Tonsor and Nick Blok The Trail Foundation. • Heidie Anderson, Charlotte Tonsor and Nick Blok; The Trail Foundation presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner J. Meiners made a motion that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner S. Franco seconded. • Commissioner M. Haneo-Robledo made a friendly amendment request that in the future to build a formal path if public access is observed cutting through the native landscape Commissinor J. Meiners and Commissioner S. Franco accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 Recusal, A. Coleman, B. Lukens, J. Rollason, B. Whatley, absent] • b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the project at 307 and 319 E. 2nd St., complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin. Applicant(s): Dave Anderson, Drenner Group; Larry Speck, Page/; Trent Rush, Hitchcock Design Group; and Jake George, Intracorp. • Dave Anderson, Drenner Group; Larry Speck, Page/; Trent Rush, Hitchcock Design Group; and Jake George, Intracorp presented and answered questions. • Commissioner M. Haneo-Robledo made a motion that the project complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Weaver seconded. • The motion failed [ 4 ayes, 2 nays, 1 …
307 E 2nd Street Design Commission February 28, 2022 1 T r i n i t y S t r e e t S a n J a c i n t o B o u e v a r d l B r a z o s S t r e e t E 2nd Street E. Cesar Chavez Street 2 Current Zoning • Central Business District (CBD) • Surrounded by CBD zoning on all sides • Intended for an office, commercial, residential, or civic use located in the downtown area 3 Current Land Use - Restaurant - Small office - Leonard East House - Worked with Historic Preservation Office to preserve structure via off-site relocation and restoration - Approved by Historic Landmark Commission - No residential displacement 4 5 Project Facts Address: Lot Size: 307-319 E 2nd Street 0.527 acres / 22,956 square feet CBD Zoning Entitled Height: DDBP Allowable Height: Proposed Height: Unlimited Unlimited 756 feet / 65 floors CBD Zoning Entitled FAR: DDBP Allowable FAR: Proposed DDBP FAR: 8:1 25:1 24.98:1 6 Request 1. Compliance with LDC §25-2-586 (C)(1)(a): Substantial Compliance with Urban Design Guidelines 2. Compliance with LDC §25-2-586 (C)(1)(b): Project received substantial compliance letter from Working Group on February 9, 2022 3. Compliance with LDC §25-2-586 (C)(1)(c): Minimum Austin Energy Green Building 2-Star Rating 4. Review Community Benefits Information 7 Urban Design Guidelines February 9, 2022 8 9 Residential Levels 39 & Above Hotel Levels 17-36 1st and 2nd Floor Uses & Lobbies 10 Ground Floor Activation 11 Second Floor Activation 12 13 14 15 Building Materials/Textures 16 Great Streets Standards 17 Great Streets Standards 18 Community Benefits 19 Community Benefit Bonus Area 20 Summary 21 22
X X X X X X DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, January 24, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:01 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X 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: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and 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 • Heidi Tse - City of Austin Public Works Department, Juan Miró, Miguel Rivera, Mariana Martins, - Miró Rivera Architect-Tatiana Bilbao Estudio JV, Stephanie Saulmon - Ten Eyck Landscape Architects and Brian Wells – MWM Design Group presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Rollason seconded. • Commissioner A. Coleman made a friendly amendment to include with the understanding that the connection between the butler trail and rainy s treet is stronger and does not have to go through the building Commissinor S. Franco and Commissioner J. Rollason accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 11 ayes, 0 nays,] • 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. • Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program presented and answered questions. • Commissioner E. Taniguchi made a motion …
Date: To: From: Subject: February 18, 2022 City of Austin Design Commission Planning & Urban Design Working Group Density Bonus Working Group review of 307 E 2nd Street for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines February 2, 2022; 2:00 pm; Virtual Microsoft Teams Meeting Dave Anderson- Drenner Group Meeting date: Applicant: The project is located at 307 E 2nd Street. The project includes mixed use of residential (482,317 sf) and retail (17,444 sf). The project also includes 9 parking levels (none underground). The applicant is seeking a Density Bonus to raise the FAR from 8:1 to 25:1 resulting in a total project gross area of 573,900 gsf. The site is 0.527 acres (22,956 sf) with a current allowable building size of 183,648 sf based on the current allowable 8:1 FAR. The total building height is 756 ft (65 floors). The maximum height achievable under the Density Bonus program is unlimited. Per the Density Bonus Program ordinance, the applicant is required to meet the three gatekeeper requirements: • Substantially comply with the City’s Urban Design Guidelines • Provide streetscape improvements along all public street frontages consistent with the Great Streets Program Standards • Applicant must commit to a minimum of 2-star green building rating (3-star proposed). WORKING GROUP COMMENTS REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES AREA WIDE GUIDELINES 1. Create dense development – 25:1 far is being requested. Project complies with this Section. 2. Create mixed-use development – Residential (condos) and commercial (hotel) housing plus some streetscape oriented retail uses are proposed. Project complies with this Section. 3. Limit development which closes downtown streets – This project is not permanently closing down any streets. Project complies with this Section. 4. Buffer neighborhood edges- This project is located in a predominantly high-rise area so it blends in with the existing urban fabric. Project complies with this Section. Incorporate civic art in both public and private development – This project is proposing public art on the NW corner of the site. Project complies with this Section. 5. 6. Protect important public views – Since this project is already surrounded by high-rises, there are no important public views to protect. Not applicable. 7. Avoid historical misrepresentations – Project complies with this Section. 8. Respect adjacent historic buildings- There are no historic buildings adjacent to this project although a historic building is being relocated and restored. Not applicable. 9. Acknowledge that rooftops are …
STRATUS | BLOCK 150 | AUSTIN, TX DESIGN COMMISSION | 0 2 - 2 8 – 2 2 DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 LOCATION MAP Lady Bird Lake DOWNTOWN DOWNTOWN C C A A C C A A M M PIT PIT P P U U S S O O L L CIVICDISTRICT CIVIC DISTRICT CAPITOL D O M I N A N C E NIO STREET N T O N A SA U U N N I I V V E E R R SIT SIT A A U U S S Y Y O O TI TI N N F F T T E E X X A A S S 12TH STREET V I E W C 1/4 MILE RADIUS W W ESTEN EST EN D D O R R I D O R Shoal Creek MetroBus Stop MetroRail Stop Capitol Station DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 PROJECT OVERVIEW | PROGRAM SUMMARY 19,999 SF DMU 5.0 99,995 SF 10,412 SF DMU-H 5.0 52,060 SF 30,411 SF 15.0 456,165 SF 7,630 SF 15.0 14.6 448,535 SF 445,416 SF 588,048 SF 400’-0” 439,918 SF 337,794 SF 316 1,070 SF 8,972 SF 7,802 SF 340 1.07 156,033 SF SITE AREA LOT AREA: EXISTING ZONING: BASE FAR: BASE FAR AREA: AO WATSON SITE AREA: EXISTING ZONING: BASE FAR: BASE FAR AREA: COMBINED SITE AREA: MAX FAR: MAX ATTRIBUTABLE AREA: EXISTING HOUSE AREA: PROJECT MAX FAR: PROJECT ACTUAL FAR: TOTAL ALLOWABLE FAR AREA: TOTAL REQUESTED FAR AREA: TOTAL BUILDING GSF: HEIGHT: RESIDENTIAL GSF: RESIDENTIAL NSF: UNITS: AVG. UNIT SIZE: AMENITY GSF: BOH/MECH GSF: SHARED PARKING STALLS: PARKING RATIO: PARKING GSF: DENSITY BONUS AEGB 2 STAR CERTIFICATION LEED SILVER CERTIFICATION BONUS FAR AREA: 345,421 SF AO WATSON PARCEL CONTRIBUTES TOWARDS PROJECT DENSITY BONUS. 12TH STREET GUADALUPE STREET DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 GREAT STREETS SITE PLAN ADDITIONAL BIKE PARKING ABOVE GREAT STREETS REQUIREMENTS SCULPTURE GARDEN S S S S S S AE VAULT DOORS SHIFTED TO THE NORTH ALLEY UBER/RIDESHARE PICKUP S COMMEMORATIVE SPACE FOR ANNIE WEBB BLANTON DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | BLOCK 150 | 2020033 | 02-28-2022 SOUTH ELEVATION | 12TH STREET PUBLIC ENTRY LEVEL 1 E X I S T I N G S L O P E AT S I T E PUBLIC ENTRY LEVEL 1.5 DESIGN COMMISSION | AUSTIN,TX | …
Block 150 URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES MATRIX AREAWIDE URBAN GUIDELINES # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.1 Create dense development YES Block 150 will provide a dense downtown development with an FAR of 15:1. AW.2 Create mixed-use development YES Block 150 will provide a mixed-use project with 316 residential uses above 8,972 gross sf of pedestrian-oriented, ground-floor amenity space and adjacent to the on-site AO Watson House featuring publicly available restaurant space. AW.3 Limit development which closes downtown streets YES The applicant will implement a traffic control plan during construction. No streets will be permanently closed. AW.4 Buffer neighborhood edges N/A Block 150 is in the Uptown/Capitol District and will fully comply with Downtown Density Bonus program requirements. AW.5 Incorporate civic art in both public and private development NO There is not currently any planned participation in the Art in Public Places program. However, the applicant is incorporating publicly accessible art gallery space and a publicly accessible commemorative garden into the ground floor of the project. AW.6 Protect important public views YES Block 150 will not impact any protected view corridors. AW.7 Avoid historical misrepresentations YES Block 150 will implement a commemorative garden that recognizes the history of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (above the ground floor, the building design is contemporary). It will also preserve and activate the on-site historic AO Watson House. {W1060521.4} # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.8 Respect adjacent historical buildings YES Block 150 will preserve the on-site historic AO Watson House – and will activate it for public enjoyment. AW.9 Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street AW.10 Avoid the development of theme environments YES Block 150 will include above-ground outdoor terraces with plantings and will screen rooftop equipment. YES Block 150 will not include any mock representations or theme environments. AW.11 Recycle existing building stock NO To the extent possible, Block 150 will explore if it is feasible to salvage portions of the building stock. # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION GUIDELINES FOR THE PUBLIC STREETSCAPE PS.1 Protect the pedestrian where the building meets the street YES Block 150 will provide street-tree coverage consistent with Great Streets standards along San Antonio and West 12th Street. In addition, the project will provide shaded ground-floor patio space and garden areas. PS.2 Minimize curb cuts YES Block 150 limits curb cuts only to San Antonio Street. PS.3 Create a potential for two-way streets YES Block …
DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, FEBRUARY 28, 2022, 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 Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register email art.zamorano@austintexas.gov or call (512) 974-3583. CURRENT MEMBERS: David Carroll, Chair (District 1) Jon Salinas (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 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion & Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Rainey Street Trailhead project, located at 36 East Ave., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Heidi Anderson Charlotte Tonsor and Nick Blok The Trailhead Foundation. b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the project at 307 and 319 E. 2nd St., complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin. Applicant(s): Dave Anderson, Drenner Group; Larry Speck, Page/; Trent Rush, Hitchcock Design Group; and Jake George, Intracorp c. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether Block 150, located at 402 and 416 W. 12th St., complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the city of Austin. Applicant(s): Michael Whellan, Armbrust & Brown; and Kelly Somers, SCB,. 2. COMMISSION-SPECIFIC BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Approval of the January 24th meeting minutes b. Update from representative on the Downtown Commission regarding last meeting c. Update from representative on the Joint Sustainability committee regarding last meeting d. 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 …
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 …
Date: To: From: Subject: February 18, 2022 City of Austin Design Commission Planning & Urban Design Working Group Density Bonus Working Group review of 307 E 2nd Street for substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines February 2, 2022; 2:00 pm; Virtual Microsoft Teams Meeting Dave Anderson- Drenner Group Meeting date: Applicant: The project is located at 307 E 2nd Street. The project includes mixed use of residential (482,317 sf) and retail (17,444 sf). The project also includes 9 parking levels (none underground). The applicant is seeking a Density Bonus to raise the FAR from 8:1 to 25:1 resulting in a total project gross area of 573,900 gsf. The site is 0.527 acres (22,956 sf) with a current allowable building size of 183,648 sf based on the current allowable 8:1 FAR. The total building height is 756 ft (65 floors). The maximum height achievable under the Density Bonus program is unlimited. Per the Density Bonus Program ordinance, the applicant is required to meet the three gatekeeper requirements: • Substantially comply with the City’s Urban Design Guidelines • Provide streetscape improvements along all public street frontages consistent with the Great Streets Program Standards • Applicant must commit to a minimum of 2-star green building rating (3-star proposed). WORKING GROUP COMMENTS REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH THE URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES AREA WIDE GUIDELINES 1. Create dense development – 25:1 far is being requested. Project complies with this Section. 2. Create mixed-use development – Residential (condos) and commercial (hotel) housing plus some streetscape oriented retail uses are proposed. Project complies with this Section. 3. Limit development which closes downtown streets – This project is not permanently closing down any streets. Project complies with this Section. 4. Buffer neighborhood edges- This project is located in a predominantly high-rise area so it blends in with the existing urban fabric. Project complies with this Section. Incorporate civic art in both public and private development – This project is proposing public art on the NW corner of the site. Project complies with this Section. 5. 6. Protect important public views – Since this project is already surrounded by high-rises, there are no important public views to protect. Not applicable. 7. Avoid historical misrepresentations – Project complies with this Section. 8. Respect adjacent historic buildings- There are no historic buildings adjacent to this project although a historic building is being relocated and restored. Not applicable. 9. Acknowledge that rooftops are …
Block 150 URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES MATRIX AREAWIDE URBAN GUIDELINES # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.1 Create dense development YES Block 150 will provide a dense downtown development with an FAR of 15:1. AW.2 Create mixed-use development YES Block 150 will provide a mixed-use project with 316 residential uses above 8,972 gross sf of pedestrian-oriented, ground-floor amenity space and adjacent to the on-site AO Watson House featuring publicly available restaurant space. AW.3 Limit development which closes downtown streets YES The applicant will implement a traffic control plan during construction. No streets will be permanently closed. AW.4 Buffer neighborhood edges N/A Block 150 is in the Uptown/Capitol District and will fully comply with Downtown Density Bonus program requirements. AW.5 Incorporate civic art in both public and private development NO There is not currently any planned participation in the Art in Public Places program. However, the applicant is incorporating publicly accessible art gallery space and a publicly accessible commemorative garden into the ground floor of the project. AW.6 Protect important public views YES Block 150 will not impact any protected view corridors. AW.7 Avoid historical misrepresentations YES Block 150 will implement a commemorative garden that recognizes the history of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (above the ground floor, the building design is contemporary). It will also preserve and activate the on-site historic AO Watson House. {W1060521.4} # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION AW.8 Respect adjacent historical buildings YES Block 150 will preserve the on-site historic AO Watson House – and will activate it for public enjoyment. AW.9 Acknowledge that rooftops are seen from other buildings and the street AW.10 Avoid the development of theme environments YES Block 150 will include above-ground outdoor terraces with plantings and will screen rooftop equipment. YES Block 150 will not include any mock representations or theme environments. AW.11 Recycle existing building stock NO To the extent possible, Block 150 will explore if it is feasible to salvage portions of the building stock. # DESIGN GUIDELINE MET DISCUSSION GUIDELINES FOR THE PUBLIC STREETSCAPE PS.1 Protect the pedestrian where the building meets the street YES Block 150 will provide street-tree coverage consistent with Great Streets standards along San Antonio and West 12th Street. In addition, the project will provide shaded ground-floor patio space and garden areas. PS.2 Minimize curb cuts YES Block 150 limits curb cuts only to San Antonio Street. PS.3 Create a potential for two-way streets YES Block …
X X X X X X DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, January 24, 2022 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Chair D. Carroll at 6:01 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) X Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) X X 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: . 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and 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 • Heidi Tse - City of Austin Public Works Department, Juan Miró, Miguel Rivera, Mariana Martins, - Miró Rivera Architect-Tatiana Bilbao Estudio JV, Stephanie Saulmon - Ten Eyck Landscape Architects and Brian Wells – MWM Design Group presented and answered questions. Page 1 of 4 • Commissioner S. Franco made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin Commissioner J. Rollason seconded. • Commissioner A. Coleman made a friendly amendment to include with the understanding that the connection between the butler trail and rainy s treet is stronger and does not have to go through the building Commissinor S. Franco and Commissioner J. Rollason accepted the friendly amendment. The motion was approved [ 11 ayes, 0 nays,] • 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. • Melissa Ayala and Chris Perkes Waterloo Greenway, Diana Wang City of Austin Waller Creek District Program presented and answered questions. • Commissioner E. Taniguchi made a motion …
