REGULAR MEETING of the PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024, 6:00 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Planning 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 via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely. Registration no later than 2 PM the day of the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. For more information on public comment, please see the agenda section “Speaker Registration”. Please contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, for questions regarding speaker registration at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0821. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Claire Hempel, Chair (District 8) Awais Azhar, Vice Chair (Mayor’s Representative) Greg Anderson, Secretary (District 4) Alice Woods, Parliamentarian (District 2) Patrick Howard (District 1) Nadia Barrera-Ramirez (District 3) Felicity Maxwell (District 5) EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS: Jennifer Mushtaler (District 6) Ryan Johnson (District 7) Danielle Skidmore (District 9) Grayson Cox (District 10) Alberta Phillips (Mayor’s Representative) Adam Haynes (Mayor’s Representative) Jessica Cohen, Chair of Board of Adjustment Candace Hunter, AISD Board of Trustees TC Broadnax, City Manager Richard Mendoza – Director of Transportation and Public Works EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Planning Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, according to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on the agenda. The Commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071. Executive Liaison: Joi Harden, 512-974-1617 Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Chrissy Mann, 512-974-2179 CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA The first four speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on July 23, 2024, and August 13, 2024. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0018.06 - 6725 Shirley Avenue; District 4 Location: 6719, 6725 Shirley Ave and 605 William Street, Waller Creek Watershed; Brentwood/Highland Combined (Highland) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: 6725 Shirley Avenue, LLC Agent: Request: Drenner Group, PC (Leah M. Bojo) To change the base maximum building height from 60 feet to 120 feet with participation in …
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2024 The Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Vice Chair Azhar called the Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Awais Azhar Greg Anderson Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Adam Haynes Ryan Johnson Felicity Maxwell Alberta Phillips Alice Woods Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Grayson Cox Patrick Howard Jennifer Mushtaler Commissioners absent: Claire Hempel Danielle Skidmore Ex-Officio Members in Attendance: Jessica Cohen Ex-Officio Members in Attendance Remotely: None PUBLIC COMMUNICATION None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on June 25, 2024, and July 9, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 06/25/2024 and 07/09/2024 were approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Woods’ motion, Commissioner Johnson’s second, on a 10-0-1 vote. Those voting aye were Vice Chair Azhar and Commissioner’s Anderson, Barrera-Ramirez, Cox, Howard, Maxwell, Haynes, Johnson, Phillips, and Woods. Commissioner Mushtaler abstained. Chair Hempel and Commissioner Skidmore were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0029.02 - Humane Society of Austin & Travis Location: County; District 4 7600 - 7616 Bennett Ave, Buttermilk Branch Watershed; St. John/Coronado Hills (St. John) Combined NP Owner/Applicant: Humane Society of Austin & Travis County Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Bleyl Engineering (Robert Heil) Neighborhood Mixed Use and Single Family to Mixed Use land use Staff postponement request to September 10, 2024 Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Planning Department The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to September 10, 2024, was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Woods’ motion, Commissioner Johnson’s second, on a 10-0-1 vote. Those voting aye were Vice Chair Azhar and Commissioner’s Anderson, Barrera-Ramirez, Cox, Howard, Maxwell, Haynes, Johnson, Phillips, and Woods. Commissioner Mushtaler abstained. Chair Hempel and Commissioner Skidmore were absent. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0014.03 - 4302 Nuckols Crossing; District 2 Location: 4302 Nuckols Crossing, Williamson Creek Watershed; Southeast Combined NP Area (Franklin Park) NP Owner/Applicant: Katherine Barnidge Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: LOC Consultants – Civil Division (Sergio Lozano Sanchez) Single Family to Multifamily Residential land use Staff postponement request to September 10, 2024 Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Planning Department The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to September 10, 2024, was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Woods’ motion, Commissioner Johnson’s second, on a 10-0-1 vote. Those voting aye were Vice Chair Azhar and …
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Clair Hempel, Chair (PC) Planning Commission Members FROM: DATE: RE: Jonathan Tomko Planning Department September 5, 2024 NPA-2023-0018.06 and C14-2023-0132 – 6725 Shirley Avenue Postponement Request by Staff ************************************************************************ The cases above have been scheduled for the September 10, 2024, Planning Commission hearing. Staff requests a postponement of the above referenced rezoning case from the September 10, 2024, Planning Commission hearing to the September 24, 2024 hearing, to allow time to finalize a recommendation as the Neighborhood Traffic Analysis is not completed.
City of Austin Planning Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767 -1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ ht tps:// www .a ust i nt exas. go v/ dep art me nt/ pla nni ng-d epar t me nt MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: RE: Claire Hempel, Chair & Planning Commission Members Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Planning Department September 3, 2024 NPA-2023-0014.04_4302 Nuckols Crossing Southeast Combined (Franklin Park) Neighborhood Planning Area Staff requests a postponement of the above-referenced case from the September 10, 2024 Planning Commission hearing to the October 22, 2024 hearing date to allow additional time to review the plan amendment application. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachment: Plan Amendment Map The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request.
City of Austin Planning Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767 -1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ ht tps:// www .a ust i nt exas. go v/ dep art me nt/ pla nni ng-d epar t me nt MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: DATE: RE: Claire Hempel, Chair & Planning Commission Members Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Planning Department September 3, 2024 NPA-2023-0029.02_Humane Society of Austin St. John/Coronado Hills Combined Neighborhood Planning Area Staff requests a postponement of the above-referenced plan amendment case from September 10, 2024 to the October 8, 2024 hearing date to allow additional time to review the plan amendment application in conjunction with the zoning application. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachment: Plan Amendment Map The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request. The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request.
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Claire Hempel, Chair Planning Commission Members FROM: DATE: RE: Nancy Estrada Planning Department September 4, 2024 C14-2023-0094 – 4405 Merle Drive Request for Indefinite Postponement by the Applicant ************************************************************************ The applicant requests an Indefinite Postponement of the above referenced rezoning case. Please refer to attached correspondence. Renotification of the case will be required. From: Ricca Keepers Sent: Wednesday, September 4, 2024 3:52 PM To: Estrada, Nancy <Nancy.Estrada@austintexas.gov> Cc: Sandy Hernandez Subject: Re: Zoning C14-2023-0094 - 4405 Merle Dr. External Email - Exercise Caution We would love to request an indefinite postponement. Thank you for your help! Nancy, All the best, Ricca Keepers, MUP Keepers Land Planning Founder, Owner, and Land Planner Member of Austin NARI, CBUSA, and ULI Housing Council Assistant (512) 550-6508 Cell (512) 999-0690 KeepersLandPlanning.com
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20240904-003 Date: September 4, 2024 RATIONALE: Subject: 200 E Riverside Planned Unit Development (PUD) (C814-2023-0057) Motion by: Jennifer Bristol Seconded by: Colin Nickells WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting a Planned Unit Development; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in Urban Watershed and Lady Bird Lake and East Bouldin Creek Watersheds; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff recommends this planned unit development. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the 200 E Riverside Planned Unit Development with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: 1. 2. 3. Current code except as modified by the PUD 4. 3-star Austin Energy Green Building rating ST7 Light Pollution Reduction and STEL5 Bird Collision Deterrence criteria 100% of water quality volume treated on-site and treated with Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) 9.8% reduction in Impervious Cover (IC) 100% native plants Enhanced requirements for street tree plantings (soil volume & depth, planting distance, species diversity, size) 18,000 sq ft porous pavement for all pedestrian areas on site 100% of landscape irrigation provided by rainwater harvesting or other non-potable source 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Stormwater runoff directed to landscape areas greater than required landscape area 11. 12. 5,000 sq ft of pollinator habitat Integrated pest management plan 1 VOTE: 7-0 For: Perry Bedford, Jennifer Bristol, Peter Einhorn, Mariana Krueger, Colin Nickells, Haris Qureshi, and David Sullivan Against: None Abstain: Richard Brimer Recuse: None Absent: Hanna Cofer and Melinda Schiera Approved By: Perry Bedford, Environmental Commission Chair 2
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C814-2023-0057 (200 E. Riverside PUD) DISTRICT AREA: 9 ADDRESS: 200 East Riverside Drive ZONING FROM: LI-NP TO: PUD-NP SITE AREA: 3.95 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Garwald Company, Inc. AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard T. Suttle, Jr.) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis PHONE: 512-974-3057 sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to approve the 200 E Riverside Planned Unit Development (PUD) subject to the following conditions: 1. The conditions of the PUD shall be established in - a) the proposed Land Use Plan that includes a breakdown of: the planning site area, exhibit of the surrounding tract uses and acreages, the Site Development Regulations, Permitted Uses, Conditional Uses and Prohibited Uses Tables, proposed maximum Land Use Summary Table and Land Use Notes. 2. The PUD shall comply with the following Environmental staff recommendations: Tier 1 and Tier 2 Chart P. 3 of 3 Other Amenities Specific to PUD: Landscape superiority items. The applicant has agreed to amend the following superiority item: 4. All new perimeter right-of-way trees installed on the property shall be planted with a minimum soil volume of 1,000 cubic feet at a minimum soil depth of 3 feet. Such soil volume may be shared up to 25 percent between trees in continuous plantings. Where necessary, load bearing soil cells shall be used to meet the soil volume requirement. Nothing limits the City’s authority to reduce the minimum soil volume if necessary to reduce utility conflict or to address other constructability issues. If the City reduces the minimum soil volume, Landowner remains compliant with the PUD Ordinance and Environmental Criteria Manual. By replacing the strike-through with: C814-2023-0057 Page 2 “All soil volume and depth that cannot be achieved in the ROW due to utility placement will be offset, on a 1:1 basis, by providing soil volume and depth in other locations within the PUD, such as parking.” 3. Austin Fire Department requests the following to be provided by the developer: 9,000 to 11,000 square feet unfinished space within the level of discharge ("ground floor") and floor above, with a private convenience stair, adequate space for 2-3 apparatus bays and appropriate apron for fire/EMS apparatus, and an entrance/egress on a major roadway. Final selection of the location must be approved by the Austin Fire Department, Austin-Travis County EMS, and the Developer, with a lease executed or the space conveyed prior to 55% of certificates of occupancy …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: Lake Austin Commons PUD Amendment (C814-82-006.02(83)) DISTRICT: 9 ADDRESS: 1717 West 6th Street and 506 Campbell Street ZONING FROM: PUD-NP TO: PUD-NP, to change in condition of zoning SITE AREA: approximately 3.399 acres (approximately 178,060 square feet) PROPERTY OWNER: 1717 Hartland Plaza LP AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard T. Suttle, Jr.) CASE MANAGER: Jonathan Tomko (512) 974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends granting PUD-NP change in condition of zoning to amend the permitted uses, increase maximum height to 90 feet, increase the floor to area ratio (FAR) to 2:1, and include additional environmental requirements. Amend Permitted Uses Staff’s recommendation allows all uses in the commercial services (CS) zoning district including Condominium Residential, Multi-Family Residential, Townhouse Residential, and Cocktail Lounge (with a maximum square footage limit of 10,000 square feet). The following 17 uses are prohibited uses in addition to those already prohibited in the CS zoning district: Alternative Financial Services Automotive Repair Services Automotive Washing (of any type) Campground Equipment Repair Services Exterminating Services Kennels Pawn Shop Services Limited Warehousing and Distribution Automotive Rentals Automotive Sales Bail Bond Services Drop-Off Recycling Collection Facility Equipment Sales Funeral Services Laundry Services Service Station Amend Maximum Height Staff’s recommendation amends the maximum building height on the Property is 90-feet, plus additional height limit exceptions in Section 25-2-531 (Height Limit Exceptions). Increase the Floor to Area Ratio Staff’s recommendation amends the maximum floor-to-area ratio on the Property is 2:1. Environmental Requirements C814-82-006.02(83) 2 Staff’s recommendation requires that: 1. New building elements to comply with 2022 AEGB Commercial Guidelines for ST7 Light Pollution Reduction. 2. Proposed new facades above the height of the existing building will achieve an average bird strike threat factor of 30 or less across each new facade as defined by the American Bird Conservancy Bird Threat Material List dated October 2011. 3. The PUD will provide water quality controls in accordance with Chapter 25-8, Subchapter A, Article 6 (Water Quality Controls) of the Land Development Code in effect at the time of site plan submittal. For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, please see the basis of recommendation section below. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: August 13, 2024: Neighborhood Postponement request granted to September 10, 2024. September 10, 2024: Case is schedule to be heard by Planning Commission. CITY COUNCIL ACTION: TBD ORDINANCE NUMBER: N/A ISSUES: The subject tract had been operating eight …
CASE NUMBER: C14H-2024-0100 HLC DATE: August 7, 2024 PC DATE: September 10, 2024 CC Date: TBD ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET APPLICANT: Steve Wilson (owner-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: Splawn-Green House WATERSHED: Boggy Creek ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-NP-H COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 3311 Lafayette Avenue STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-neighborhood plan-historic landmark (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence- neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-neighborhood plan-historic landmark (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. (10-0) PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Kalan Contreras, 512-974-2727 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Lost and Found Pets, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Cherrywood Neighborhood Assn., Del Valle Community Coalition, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation, Neighbors United for Progress, Preservation Austin, SELTexas, Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group, Upper Boggy Creek Neighborhood Planning Team DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2020 North Loop-Hancock-Boggy Creek Historic Resource Survey lists the property as a medium priority for preservation. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. The property at 3311 Lafayette Avenue is a good example of a vernacular building type showcasing the transition between more formal stylistic choices of the nineteenth century to the unique Austin interpretation of the National Folk and Craftsman bungalows of the early twentieth century. Furthermore, the house’s twin—now located on East 46th Street—has already been recognized for its architectural significance; the house at 3311 Lafayette Avenue remains markedly more intact. “Architecturally,” remarks author Steve Wilson in his home’s historic zoning application, “this house is a distinctive and well-preserved missing link in the development of the bungalow style in Austin. It’s an invaluable key to understanding how the form supplanted the traditional Victorian in …
City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet General Overview Historic zoning is a zoning overlay which is added to the base zoning of a specific tract of land (for example CBD-H denotes Central Business District-Historic Zoning). To qualify for City Historic Landmark status, a property must meet one or more (but typically five or more) of the local historic criteria (see criteria below). Applicants need to submit historical documentation demonstrating how the property meets these criteria (see attached submittal requirements). The City Historic Landmark Commission reviews all applications for City Historic Landmark designation, with the Austin City Council making final decisions on these designations. Please note that at least (3) months is typically required to process a City Historic Landmark designation through the City Council from the time a complete application is received. Once designated, all proposed exterior site and building changes (other than routine maintenance) to a historically zoned tract require advance review and approval by the City Historic Landmark Commission. A copy of the Historic Landmark Commission's review standards is available from the City Historic Preservation Office. City Historic Landmark properties that are in good repair and in full compliance with the City historic review requirements are eligible to apply annually for a historic property tax exemption. For information on the historic zoning process, refer to Chapter 25-2 of the City Land Development Code. WHERE TO APPLY: To ensure that the application is complete, an advance review by the City Historic Preservation Office is required. Applications may be submitted at the receptionist’s desk, 5th floor, One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road by appointment. Phone (512) 974-2727 for an appointment. TIME FRAME FOR PROCESSING HISTORIC ZONING CASES: Each historic zoning case is reviewed by the Historic Landmark Commission at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Commission approximately four to six weeks after receipt of application. The Historic Landmark Commission meets once a month, typically on the 4th Monday of each month. The case is then heard by either the Zoning and Platting Commission or the Planning Commission approximately three weeks after the Historic Landmark Commission hearing, and then by the City Council approximately six weeks later. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Refer to Instructions and Submittal Checklist. Complete Application Forms, supplemental materials, and Affidavits. THE FOLLOWING CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED WHEN REVIEWING A CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK APPLICATION: The property is at least 50 years old …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2024-0094 HLC DATE: August 7, 2024 PC DATE: September 10, 2024 CC Date: APPLICANT: Suzanne Bryant & Sarah Goodfriend (owner-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: Brooks House WATERSHED: Shoal Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1500 W. 24th St. ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 10 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-neighborhood plan-historic combining district (SF-3-NP-H) zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: August 7, 2024: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-neighborhood plan-historic combining district (SF-3-NP-H) zoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Lost and Found Pets, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Central West Austin Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation, Pemberton Heights Neighborhood Association, Preservation Austin, SELTexas, Save Historic Muny District, Shoal Creek Conservancy, Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group, West Austin Neighborhood Group DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The Old West Austin National Register district nomination lists the property as noncontributing. However, this is due to the property not being 50 years old as of 2003, the year in which the district was certified. If the district were to be re-surveyed, the property would be considered as contributing for the same qualifications outlined in this document. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. The Brooks House, located at 1500 W. 24th St., was constructed in 1964 in the Contemporary style, overlooking Shoal Creek. It is set back from the intersection of W. 24th St. and Pemberton Pkwy. at the corner of the property with the highest elevation to take advantage of the lot’s viewshed. With the surrounding vegetation, this largely obscures the building from the rights-of-way. The 2-story residence …
City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet General Overview Historic zoning is a zoning overlay which is added to the base zoning of a specific tract of land (for example CBD-H denotes Central Business District-Historic Zoning). To qualify for City Historic Landmark status, a property must meet one or more (but typically five or more) of the local historic criteria (see criteria below). Applicants need to submit historical documentation demonstrating how the property meets these criteria (see attached submittal requirements). The City Historic Landmark Commission reviews all applications for City Historic Landmark designation, with the Austin City Council making final decisions on these designations. Please note that at least (3) months is typically required to process a City Historic Landmark designation through the City Council from the time a complete application is received. Once designated, all proposed exterior site and building changes (other than routine maintenance) to a historically zoned tract require advance review and approval by the City Historic Landmark Commission. A copy of the Historic Landmark Commission's review standards is available from the City Historic Preservation Office. City Historic Landmark properties that are in good repair and in full compliance with the City historic review requirements are eligible to apply annually for a historic property tax exemption. For information on the historic zoning process, refer to Chapter 25-2 of the City Land Development Code. WHERE TO APPLY: To ensure that the application is complete, an advance review by the City Historic Preservation Office is required. Applications may be submitted at the receptionist’s desk, 5th floor, One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road by appointment. Phone (512) 974-2727 for an appointment. TIME FRAME FOR PROCESSING HISTORIC ZONING CASES: Each historic zoning case is reviewed by the Historic Landmark Commission at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Commission approximately four to six weeks after receipt of application. The Historic Landmark Commission meets once a month, typically on the 4th Monday of each month. The case is then heard by either the Zoning and Platting Commission or the Planning Commission approximately three weeks after the Historic Landmark Commission hearing, and then by the City Council approximately six weeks later. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Refer to Instructions and Submittal Checklist. Complete Application Forms, supplemental materials, and Affidavits. THE FOLLOWING CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED WHEN REVIEWING A CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK APPLICATION: The property is at least 50 years old …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2024-0098 HLC DATE: August 7, 2024 PC DATE: September 10, 2024 CC Date: APPLICANT: Mark J. Stine & Clemmie S. Cummins (owner-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: Maufrais House WATERSHED: Lady Bird Lake ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1403 W. 10th St. ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-neighborhood plan-historic (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: Architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: August 7, 2024: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-neighborhood plan-historic combining district (SF-3-NP-H) zoning. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Lost and Found Pets, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Neighborhood Empowerment Foundation, Old West Austin Neighborhood Association, Old West Austin Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, Preservation Austin, SELTexas, Save Historic Muny District, Shoal Creek Conservancy, Sierra Club, Austin Regional Group BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. The Maufrais House is an excellent example of the Craftsman bungalow style, featuring an ample front gable projecting over the front porch with a moderately-pitched hipped roof covering the main space of the house. Original windows and screens are present on all sides of the house and are in good condition. A rear porch addition is located along the Maufrais Street elevation. The front porch wood rail and column details, though relatively simple in design as is common in houses of this style, remain present and are in good condition. The interior floorplan, which originally was laid out as a central hall with rooms accessed on either side, has seen only slight modification, which occurred when the porch was constructed. Overall, the condition of the …
Live Music Venue and Creative Space Regulatory Incentives Phase II September 2024 Council Actions Resolution No. 20220728-094: Establish the criteria to be a Live Music Venue Create live music venue bonus and incentive program for new and existing Initiate changes to Land Development Code Section 25 Resolution No. 20220901-089: Develop and adopt clear creative space land use definitions Create creative space bonus and incentive program for new and existing venues venues Create new code elements to "Diversify, sustain, and cultivate the city's culture, music, and arts communities and industries“ Criteria for designation of Arts Districts Initiate changes to Land Development Code Section 25 Resolution No. 20230921-102: Develop LDC amendments with incentives for cultural space preservation and creation by Spring 2024 Bring an ordinance establishing a Cultural District Overlay initiated in Resolution No. 20220728-094 and Resolution No. 20220901-089 by 2024 Goals and Timeline Milestones Arts Commission: March 18 Goals Develop an umapped citywide district; no change to a property’s zoning will be made through initial district adoption Focus on a “district” approach similar to Historic Districts, with requirements of minimum size and contributing sites and structures After adoption, owners of eligible properties may request a rezoning to incorporate Creative Space combining district code string (DBCS) Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee (COJC): March 20 Recommended unanimously by the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee with Commissioners Greenberg and Azhar absent Music Commission: April 1 Planning Commission Hearing: September 10 Council Hearing: October 10 Creative Space Combining District Framework Framework Factors Creative District Combining district will be driven by creative space stakeholders working with property owners through a process reviewed by Planning, Housing, and Economic Development Departments Primary focus of district is promoting new and preserving existing creative spaces size of three (3) acres Districts will be be in majority commercial areas with a minimum Districts will require a minimum of 25% of sites to be contributing, with principal creative space uses Applications will require prior coordination and organizing among stakeholders – the Creative Space Combining District is a tool for creative space districts and organizations, not imposed on a neighborhood "top-down" Establishment will proceed through case-by-case rezonings with opportunities for community engagement and feedback Tools for the Creative Space Combining District District and Gatekeeper Requirements Ground Floor …
C20-2023-026 ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET Amendment: C20-2023-026 Live Music Venue and Creative Space Bonus Phase 2 Description: Amendments to Title 25 of the City Code to create a new Creative District combining district with provisions for creative space and music venue preservation, modified site requirements, and density bonuses for affordable creative space. Background: Initiated by City Council Resolutions 20220728-094 and 20220901-089, and reaffirmed by City Council Ordinance No. 20230921-103 and Resolution 20240229-060. On July 28, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 20220728-094 initiating changes to establish the criteria to be a Live Music Venue to and support the creation of a live music venue bonus and incentive program for new and existing venues. On September 1, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 20220901-089 initiating changes to develop and adopt clear land use definitions and to create a bonus and incentive program for broadly defined creative spaces. These Resolutions are being addressed concurrently. Revised definitions were approved on September 14, 2023, in Ordinance 20230914-097. Ordinance No. 20230921-103 and Resolution 20240229-060 reaffirmed City Council’s commitment to the creation of a density bonus and district program to support live music and creative space districts and the preservation and incentivization of affordable creative space. Summary of Proposed Code Amendment: The proposed code amendments will create a new combining district for an affordable creative space bonus program and: 1. Is available city-wide on parcels in majority commercial districts that have been rezoned to add the new combining district designation as areas that include existing or planned clusters of creative space use structures and sites, through a process including: minimum size requirements of three (3) acres; minimum contributing creative space sites of 25 percent of total sites in district; and review from the Housing Department and Economic Development Department. 2. Defines the following land uses as Creative Space uses: 1. Art Gallery; 2. Art Workshop; 3. Cocktail Lounge; 4. Cultural Services; 5. Performance Venue; 6. Personal Improvement Services; and, 7. Theater 3. Requires the following use requirements for developments in creative district combining districts: 1. Along at least 30 percent of building frontage along the principal street, the building must be reserved for affordable creative space uses in ground-floor spaces; 1 C20-2023-026 2. At least 25 percent of ground floor gross leasable area in the building must be dedicated to affordable creative space; and, 3. Development must comply with protections consistent with Existing Non- …
Planning Commission Resolution regarding Posting of Backup Materials Whereas the Texas Open Meetings Act requires that agendas for public meetings be posted at least 72 hours in advance. As the Planning Commission meets on Tuesdays at 6 pm, the practice of the staff has been to post the agenda on the Friday prior to a meeting by 3 pm. Whereas staff has also had the practice of posting backup by Thursday at 3 pm which includes the size and location of property, the staff recommendation, case manager comments, area case histories, information about the environment, maps, letters in support and opposition, and other useful information. Whereas the members of the Commission and the public should understand the details about the items on the agenda, and there are no rules requiring that backup be posted, Therefore, be it resolved, the following underlined text will be added to the RULES OF PROCEDURE of the Planning Commission, Section 1.400 : “Notices of meetings shall be in writing and shall be sent to all members at least two days in advance of the meetings and shall include the size and location of properties, the staff recommendations, case manager comments, area case histories, information about the environment, maps, and letters in support or opposition for each case included on the agenda, or the “Staff Report”, “Neighborhood Plan Amendment Review Sheet”, or the “Zoning Change Review Sheet” whichever is more readily available.” Agenda items for which no backup information is posted at least two days in advance of the meeting will be postponed at the discretion of the commission.
1 Interim Planning Commission Rules and Procedures Note: These are based on current rules and practices. Where conflicting rules exist, current practice is noted. Any change with no clear guideline or precedent is highlighted in yellow. Procedure for Amending Rules After Initial Adoption These rules may be amended through unanimous consent or with support from two- thirds of the body, once a motion has been made and seconded. For unanimous consent, the Chair may ask if there is any objection to the proposed action, and if there is none, announce the result. Speaker Registration As listed on the Planning Commission agenda, whether for in-person or via teleconference. Speaker Time Allocation for Discussion and Action Items Applicable to zoning cases, neighborhood plan amendments, land development code amendments, comprehensive plan amendments, and all other action items that are not on the consent agenda or being considered for postponement. 5 minutes each, up to 8 minutes total with donated time* Primary speaker in favor and primary speaker opposed (primary speaker is selected by parties in favor and opposition or is the first person to sign up. There can only be one primary speaker. 3 speakers in favor and 3 speakers opposed (in order of sign-up. This can be changed by the interested parties with consultation from the persons who signed up in the order) All other speakers in favor or opposed 3 minutes each, up to 6 minutes total with donated time* 1 minute each, up to 2 minutes total with donated time* Applicant rebuttal (speaker designated by applicant) 3 minutes, with no donated time *Speaker donation of time is an available option for in-person participants. Both the registered speaker donating time and the speaker recipient must be present when the public hearing is conducted. The amount of donated time is dependent upon where in the list the secondary speaker falls (e.g., 3 minutes or 1 minute). 2 Speaker Time Allocation for Discussion Postponements Testimony regarding a discussion postponement consists of applicant and public comment on the postponement alone and should not delve into the merits of the case. The granting of a postponement must be approved by affirmative vote of the Commission. All speakers in favor or opposed (those in favor of postponement speak first) 3 minutes* Applicant rebuttal (speaker designated by applicant) 3 minutes* *Donation of time is not an option for discussion postponement. Speaker Time Allocation for Consent Agenda Items …
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2024 The Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Chair Hempel called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:12 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Claire Hempel Awais Azhar Greg Anderson Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Adam Haynes Ryan Johnson Felicity Maxwell Danielle Skidmore Alice Woods Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Grayson Cox Jennifer Mushtaler Alberta Phillips Commissioners absent: Patrick Howard Ex-Officio Members in Attendance: Candace Hunter Ex-Officio Members in Attendance Remotely: PUBLIC COMMUNICATION None. Executive Liaison: Joi Harden, 512-974-1617 Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0801 Attorney: Chrissy Mann, 512-974-2179 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission on July 9, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of July 9, 2024, were approved on the consent agenda on Vice Chair Azhar’s motion, Commissioner Woods’ second on a 12-0 vote. Commissioner Howard was absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Rezoning: Location: C814-2023-0057 - 200 E. Riverside PUD; District 9 200 East Riverside Drive, East Bouldin Creek and Lady Bird Lake Watersheds; Greater South River City Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Garwald Company, Inc. (Rogan Giles, President) Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard T. Suttle, Jr.) Agent: L-NP to PUD-NP Request: Recommended, with conditions Staff Rec.: Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Staff: Planning Department The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to September 10, 2024, was approved on the consent agenda on Vice Chair Azhar’s motion, Commissioner Woods’ second on a 12-0 vote. Commissioner Howard was absent. 3. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0017.01 - Anderson Square; District 4 Location: 910, 912, 914 & 916, 1012 & 1012 ½, 1100, 1100 ½ & 1102 ½ W. Anderson Lane, 7905 ½ 8003, & 8005 Anderson Square and 7940, 7950, 8000, 8000 1/2 & 8002 Research Boulevard Service Road South Bound, Little Walnut Creek; Crestview/Wooten Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Anderson Square Investments, LLC & C2G, LLC Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Alice Glasco Consulting (Alice Glasco) Mixed Use to Higher Density Mixed Use land use Recommended Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Planning Department The motion to approve the Neighborhood’s and Staff’s joint postponement request to August 27, was approved on the consent agenda on Vice Chair Azhar’s motion, Commissioner Woods’ second on a 12-0 vote. Commissioner Howard was absent. Executive Liaison: Joi Harden, 512-974-1617 Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0801 Attorney: Chrissy Mann, 512-974-2179 4. Rezoning: Location: …
Additional Public Correspondence Lake Austin Commons PUD Amendment Email to Jonathan Tomko 9/8/2024 3:12pm From Frances Barton Re: Item 8: Rezoning: C814-82-006.02(83) - Lake Austin Commons PUD Amendment; District 9, Location: 1717 West 6th Street and 506 Campbell Street Owner/Applicant: 1717 Hartland Plaza LP; Agent: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Richard T. Shuttle, Jr.) Request: PUD-NP to PUD-NP, to change in condition of zoning TO: Jonathan Tomko, Case Manager DATE: September 8, 2024 FROM: Frances Barton and Dick Leverich, property owners, 701 Patterson Avenue We live at 701 Patterson Avenue, a distance of 533 feet from our back door to the pickleball court at 1717 West 6th Street. The height of the court elevation is the same elevation as our house. The irregularly spaced, constant, high-pitched clicking sound of the racket hitting the ball is a continuous distraction. Dick, a retired physician, can hear the sound even without his hearing aids. He has a 30 decibel loss of hearing at the frequency of the pickleball sound. We support the objections raised by the Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) to the application. If no agreement is reached by OWANA and the applicant we urge the city to deny the request and encourage the applicant to work with OWANA on a sensible plan. Thank you for considering our position in support of OWANA. Sincerely, Frances Barton and Dick Leverich 701 Patterson Avenue Austin, Texas 78703 Email to Jonathan Tomko 9/8/2024 9:25pm From Tommy Dunn Dear Chair Hempel and Planning Commissioners, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association, OWANA, opposes the 1717 W 6th Street PUD Ame ndment changing a condition of zoning. This is not just a rezoning case to get more height, addition al uses or increased FAR. It is also about rectifying a use blatantly non- compliant with current zoning. Last fall Aquila, the building owner, and Austin Pickle Ranch, a tenant, constructed eight new pickl eball courts on the top level of the existing parking garage. In addition to the courts, five new pole floodlights were installed on the north perimeter adjacent to W 6th Street and the exis ting security light poles were changed out to include one flood light per pole. These courts are an ill egal use under the current PUD and the improvements were constructed without a building permit. This new business began operating October 1st, 2023 seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 …
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Contreras, Kalan Public hearing response for Case # CI4H-2024-0100 Public Hearing Thursday, September 5, 2024 7:44:09 PM City of Austin zoning change 9-2024_0001_0001.pdf You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Hello Kalan Contreras Attached please find my protest for the public hearing pertaining to the property at 3311 Lafayette Ave Case # CI4H-2024-0100. I do hope as a long-time property owner of two properties in the 3200 block of Lafayette that my response will be seriously taken under consideration. My 2 properties are at 3212 Lafayette and 3203 Lafayette. 1. We do not need additional traffic on Lafayette Av when it is already a cut through with a lot of traffic. 2. We do not need additional parking issues which we already have. 3. The City of Austin will only set a precedence by allowing this zoning change. 4. We DO NOT need more density in the neighborhood. With the potential changes to the IH35 corridor this IH35 project will force more traffic on cut throughs like Lafayette Av. because of the construction issues. Let me know if you need further assistance or have additional questions. Thank You! Robert Shaw 512-517-5559 3212 Lafayette 3203 Lafyette CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE CHAPTER 25-2 TO CREATE AND ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR A DENSITY BONUS CREATIVE SPACES DISTRICT. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: PART 1. Subsection (F) of City Code Section 25-2-32 (Zoning Districts and Map Codes) is amended to add a new combining district to read: (F) Combining districts and map codes are as follows: (24) density bonus creative spaces …… DBCS PART 2. City Code Section 25-2-181 (Density Bonus Combining District Purpose) is amended to add a new Subsection (D) to read: § 25-2-181 DENSITY BONUS COMBINING DISTRICT PURPOSE. (D) DBCS Combining District allows for resiliency and prosperity for centers of art and live music while encouraging affordable creative spaces in new developments. PART 3. Article 2, Subchapter B of City Code Chapter 25-2 (Zoning) is amended to add a new Division 7 to read: Division 7. – Density Bonus Creative Space Districts. § 25-2-451 DEFINITIONS. In this division, CREATIVE SPACE means a use described in Chapter 25-2 (Zoning) that allows one or more of the following occupancies: (1) art gallery; (2) art workshop; (3) cocktail lounge; (4) cultural services: (5) performance venue; (6) personal improvement services; or 8/9/2024 9:41 AM DB Creative Spaces Combining District Page 1 of 8 COA Law Department 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 (7) theater. (A) Application Requirements. § 25-2-452 APPLICATIONS AND CRITERIA FOR DISTRICT DESIGNATION. (1) The Land Use Commission may consider no more than a total of three applications per month for density bonus creative space (DBCS) combining district zoning. (2) An application to zone an area as a density bonus creative space (DBCS) combining district zoning must demonstrate that the area satisfies the criteria for designation and include the information required by the director of the Economic Development Department. (3) An applicant must submit proposed supplemental standards as described in Section 25-2-454 (District Designation Ordinance and Designation on Zoning Map) as part of an application to zone an area as density bonus creative spaces (DBCS) combining district. (B) The council may zone an area that is at least three acres …
1 Interim Planning Commission Rules and Procedures Note: These are based on current rules and practices. Where conflicting rules exist, current practice is noted. Any change with no clear guideline or precedent is highlighted in yellow. Procedure for Amending Rules After Initial Adoption These rules may be amended through unanimous consent or with support from two- thirds of the body, once a motion has been made and seconded. For unanimous consent, the Chair may ask if there is any objection to the proposed action, and if there is none, announce the result. Speaker Registration As listed on the Planning Commission agenda, whether for in-person or via teleconference. Speaker Time Allocation for Discussion and Action Items Applicable to zoning cases, neighborhood plan amendments, land development code amendments, comprehensive plan amendments, and all other action items that are not on the consent agenda or being considered for postponement. 5 minutes each, up to 8 minutes total with donated time* Primary speaker in favor and primary speaker opposed (primary speaker is selected by parties in favor and opposition or is the first person to sign up. There can only be one primary speaker. 3 speakers in favor and 3 speakers opposed (in order of sign-up. This can be changed by the interested parties with consultation from the persons who signed up in the order) All other speakers in favor or opposed 3 minutes each, up to 6 minutes total with donated time* 1 minute each, up to 2 minutes total with donated time* Applicant rebuttal (speaker designated by applicant) 3 minutes, with no donated time *Speaker donation of time is an available option for in-person participants. Both the registered speaker donating time and the speaker recipient must be present when the public hearing is conducted. The amount of donated time is dependent upon where in the list the secondary speaker falls (e.g., 3 minutes or 1 minute). 2 Speaker Time Allocation for Discussion Postponements Testimony regarding a discussion postponement consists of applicant and public comment on the postponement alone and should not delve into the merits of the case. The granting of a postponement must be approved by affirmative vote of the Commission. All speakers in favor or opposed (those in favor of postponement speak first) 3 minutes* Applicant rebuttal (speaker designated by applicant) 3 minutes* *Donation of time is not an option for discussion postponement. Speaker Time Allocation for Consent Agenda Items …
Email from Carol Wagner To; Jonathan Tomko 9/9/24 5:17pm Steering Committee Members: Christopher Hurst AIA, Chair Paula Hern, Meghan Yancy, Claudette Kazzoun, Rob Kish, Steve Amos, Germaine Curry, Margaret Sullivan, William Osborn, David Schofman, Shawn Shillington, Erika Tatum September 8, 2024 RE: C814-82-006.02(83) - Lake Austin Commons PUD Amendment - 1717 West 6th Street - Agenda Item 8 Dear Chair Hempel and Planning Commissioners, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association, OWANA, opposes the 1717 W 6th Street PUD Amendment changing a condition of zoning. This is not just a rezoning case to get more height, additional uses or increased FAR. It is also about rectifying a use blatantly non-compliant with current zoning. Last fall Aquila, the building owner, and Austin Pickle Ranch, a tenant, constructed eight new pickleball courts on the top level of the existing parking garage. In addition to the courts, five new pole floodlights were installed on the north perimeter adjacent to W 6th Street and the existing security light poles were changed out to include one flood light per pole. These courts are an illegal use under the current PUD and the improvements were constructed without a building permit. This new business began operating October 1st, 2023 seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Within a few weeks the neighbors began to be concerned about the noise and lights and contacted Aquila to set up a meeting with Austin Pickle Ranch. The nearby neighbors advised that the noise and light from pickleball was becoming a nuisance. For weeks after the meeting, no remediation effort was noticed by the neighbors. Amplified sound was coming from the court area and every night the lights were left on until sunrise. Another meeting in mid-November between the parties resulted in an agreement to get back in touch with the neighbors in 45 days. But after 45 days, there was no response. The lights, amplified sound and the repetitive impulsive sound frequency of the pickleball volleys created a distressing environmental condition and disrupted the quality of life of the immediate neighbors. In January, Aquila requested a meeting with OWANA’s zoning committee. We met on February 1st and were told that Aquila would be filing an amendment to their PUD and wanted to notify us and discuss the issues the neighbors were having with pickleball and try to rectify the situation. We were told lights would be turned off …
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 The Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Chair Hempel called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Claire Hempel Awais Azhar Adam Haynes Ryan Johnson Felicity Maxwell Alberta Phillips Danielle Skidmore Alice Woods Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Greg Anderson Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Jennifer Mushtaler Commissioners absent: Grayson Cox Patrick Howard Ex-Officio Members in Attendance: Candace Hunter Jessica Cohen Ex-Officio Members in Attendance Remotely: PUBLIC COMMUNICATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES None. 1. Approve the minutes of the regular meeting of the Planning Commission on July 23, 2024, and August 13, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of August 13, 2024, were approved and the minutes from the meeting on July 23, 2024, were postponed to the meeting on September 24, 2024, on the consent agenda on Vice Chair Azhar’s motion, Commissioner Skidmore’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Johnson, Maxwell, and Phillips were off the dais. Commissioners Cox and Howard were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0018.06 - 6725 Shirley Avenue; District 4 Location: 6719, 6725 Shirley Ave and 605 William Street, Waller Creek Watershed; Brentwood/Highland Combined (Highland) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: 6725 Shirley Avenue, LLC Agent: Request: Drenner Group, PC (Leah M. Bojo) To change the base maximum building height from 60 feet to 120 feet with participation in the density bonus program. The land use on the future land use map is Specific Regulating District. There is no proposed change to the future land use map. Staff postponement request to September 24, 2024 Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Planning Department Staff Rec.: Staff: The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to September 24, 2024, was approved on the consent agenda on Vice Chair Azhar’s motion, Commissioner Skidmore’s second, on an 8-0 vote. Commissioner Johnson, Maxwell, and Phillips were off the dais. Commissioners Cox and Howard were absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2023-0132 - 6725 Shirley Avenue; District 4 6719 and 6725 Shirley Avenue; 605 William Street, Waller Creek Watershed; Highland Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: 6725 Shirley Avenue, LLC Agent: Request: Drenner Group, PC (Leah Bojo) TOD-NP (Live/Work Flex Subdistrict) to TOD-NP (Live/Work Flex Subdistrict) amend maximum building height to 120' Staff postponement request to September 24, 2024 Jonathan Tomko, (512) 974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov Planning Department Staff Rec.: Staff: The motion …
