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07/23/2021 Dear Chair Shaw and Planning Commission members, We write this letter in support of the applicant’s request for rezoning 1901 North Lamar. Unfortunately, this case began with a filing for CS zoning with no conditions and no initial discussion with the neighborhood association. For that reason, you will likely see a progression of letters- from strong opposition, to this letter of support. Since the initial filing, there have been a total of four neighborhood meetings on this case, two of which included the agent. After weeks of discussion and compromise, The Original West University Neighborhood Association (OWUNA) membership voted on 6/15/21 unanimously to support this application. Although we concur with staff that traditional CS zoning is incompatible with this specific section of Lamar Blvd., we feel that all the restrictions on uses, impervious cover, height, and FAR, support that position. With our current Land Development Code, CS proved to be an awkward tool, but ultimately provided for a project that, we believe, is compatible with the unique area and topography. The process was not easy, and both sides worked incredibly hard to come up with the current proposal. We believe the certainty and compatibility provided by this project is of benefit to the neighborhood and we enthusiastically hope for your approval of the zoning necessary to support it. Every restriction was integral to our support, and it is our hope that they are included in any final zoning decision. The final terms are included in this email, along with a letter from CANPAC, the official contact team, recognizing OWUNA as the neighborhood association for the geographic area including this parcel. 1  2 No vehicular access from the site to Lamar and access to the site shall be from adjacent CONDITIONAL OVERLAY Existing CO items to be maintained: street or through adjacent site Maximum building height is 30feet Maximum building height is two stories New CO items to be added: F.A.R. is limited to 1.35:1 Impervious Cover is limited to 85% Drive-in service use is prohibited as an accessory use to commercial uses PUBLIC RESTRICTIVE COVENANT- Case No. C14-2011-0100 All elements, including added protections for the heritage oak, are to remain in place. OWUNA makes an additional request for roof-top restriction for all uses, in addition to the existing restriction in the event of restaurant use. Alternative Financial Services USES PROHIBITED: Automotive Rentals Agricultural Sales & Services Automotive Repair Services  Food Preparation Automotive Sales Food Sales Automotive Washing (of any type) Funeral Services Bail Bond Services General Retail Sales (general) Building Maintenance Services Hospital Services (general) Business or Trade School Hotel-Motel Business support services Indoor Entertainment Campground Indoor Sports and Recreation Commercial Blood Plasma Center Kennels Commercial Off-Street Parking Laundry Services Communication Services Monument Retail Sales Construction Sales and Services Off-Site Accessory Parking Consumer Convenience Services Outdoor Entertainment Consumer Repair Services Outdoor Sports and Recreation Convenience Storage Pawn Shop Services Drop-off Recycling Collection Facility Pet Services Electronic Prototype Assembly Plant Nursery Electronic Testing Printing and Publishing Equipment Repair Services Research Services Equipment Sales Restaurant (limited) Exterminating Services Service Station 3 Theatre Vehicle Storage Indoor Crop Production Club or Lodge Veterinary Services Maintenance and Service Facilities Custom Manufacturing Limited Warehouse and Distribution CONDITIONAL USES: Food Sales Personal Improvement Services Medical Offices – exceeding 5,000 sq. ft. Hospital Services (limited) Restaurant (general) Hospital Services (limited) Community Recreation (private) Residential Treatment Community Recreation (public) Telecommunication Tower (PC) 4 Congregate Living Sincerely, Karrie League President OWUNA CANPAC Central Austin Neighborhood Planning Advisory Committee To: City Staff & Members of the Austin Planning Commission From: CANPAC – Central Austin Neighborhoods Planning Advisory Committee Re: Neighborhood Plan Contact Team membership relating to current zoning cases As co-chairs, we write to you on behalf of the Central Austin Neighborhood Planning Advisory Committee (CANPAC). We are recognized by the City of Austin as the Central Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan Contact Team. We are made up of 7-member Neighborhood Associations, each representing a different geographic area: Original West University N.A. Eastwoods N.A. Hancock N.A. Heritage N.A. North University N.A Shoal Crest N.A. University Area Partners The Original West University Neighborhood Association, OWUNA, is the recognized member association for the geographic area bounded by: Lamar Blvd, Martin Luther King, San Gabriel St., and 24th Street. Each neighborhood association represented in CANPAC must provide to CANPAC their neighborhood bylaws that show a minimum of: (1) Neighborhood boundaries, (2) Open membership (without regard to dues requirements) to residents and/or commercial property owners within the neighborhood boundaries. And (3) At least 3 elected officers with yearly elections. CANPAC, by a majority vote, may request member neighborhood associations to provide a list of their members. Additionally, each neighborhood association shall hold regular meetings according to City of Austin requirements with prior notification of meeting times and locations publicly posted. Sincerely, CANPAC / Central Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan Team Bart Whatley, Co-Chair - Adam Stephens, Co-Chair - CANPAC MEMBERS Eastwoods Association, Hancock Neighborhood Association, Heritage Neighborhood Association, North University Neighborhood Association, Shoal Crest Neighborhood Association, Original West University Neighborhood Association, and University Area Partners 5 From: To: Subject: Date: Christopher Ruud Graham, Mark I am in favor of C14-2021-0010 Friday, July 23, 2021 3:04:54 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. Sent from my iPhone