20260506-003, SoLa Mixed Use, SP-2024-0397C Recommendation — original pdf

Recommendation

. RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Environmental Commission Recommendation 20260506-003: SoLa Mixed Use Redevelopment Exception, SP-2024-0397C WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that the applicant, LJA Engineering, is requesting a Redevelopment Exception; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone within Barton Creek Watershed & West Bouldin Creek Watershed; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff recommends this redevelopment exception. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Environmental Commission recommends the SoLa Mixed Use Redevelopment Exception with the following conditions: • To augment community benefit and promote alignment with the City’s Comprehensive Vision Plan and the Comprehensive Austin-Travis County Food Plan: o Increase affordable housing units to 25% of all units from 30 - 60% Median Family Income (MFI) o Utilize bird-friendly building design o Incorporate a community garden on the ground or rooftop level o Incorporate dense, native plantings throughout the property, and utilize no-mow and no leaf-blowing principles year-round o Help meet the city’s goal of connecting all residents with a park by working with the City of Austin to enhance and formalize the access point on the Barton Creek Green Belt. Date of Approval: May 6, 2026 Motioned By: Secretary Qureshi Seconded By: Commissioner Brimer Vote: For: 10-0 Chair Krueger, Vice Chair Bristol, Secretary Qureshi, Commissioners Brimer, Changsut, Fleury, Luecke, Moretta-Urdiales, Morrison, and Sullivan Against: Abstain: None None Off the dais: None . Absent: Commissioner Fierro Attest: _____________________________________________ Liz Johnston, Executive Liaison