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Planning Commission: March 8, 2022 NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET 7715 ½ West SH 71 Hwy DATE FILED: March 11, 2021 NEIGHORHOOD PLAN: Oak Hill Combined (West Oak Hill) CASE#: NPA-2021-0025.02 PROJECT NAME: 7715 ½ West State Highway 71 PC DATE: March 8, 2022 ADDRESS/ES: DISTRICT AREA: 8 SITE AREA: 13.62 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Stephen Simon, John Simon and Barbara Simon Bierner AGENT: Drenner Group, PC (Amanda Swor) CASE MANAGER: Maureen Meredith STAFF EMAIL: Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov TYPE OF AMENDMENT: Change in Future Land Use Designation PHONE: (512) 974-2695 From: Single Family Base District Zoning Change To: Mixed Use/Office Related Zoning Case: C14-2021-0130 and C14-85-288.23(RCA) Addresses: 7817 and 7715 ½ W. SH 71 Hwy From: LO-NP, RR-NP To: GO-MU-NP NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN ADOPTION DATE: December 11, 2008 CITY COUNCIL DATE: To be determined PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: March 8, 2022 – (pending) ACTION: 1 1 of 99B-12Planning Commission: March 8, 2022 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Recommended for the applicant’s request for Mixed Use/Office land use. BASIS FOR STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION: The property is a 13.62-acre undeveloped tract of land with split land use on the future land use map. Approximately three-quarters of the northern part of the property has Mixed Use/Office land use and the southern part has Single Family land use. The applicant proposes to change the Single Family land use to Mixed Use/Office so the entire property will be one land use. The proposed development is a 430-unit multifamily residential development with no more than seventeen townhomes on the southern part of the property. The development will include 8.2 acres for a public park and a 0.7-mile pedestrian and bike trail. Mixed Use/Office Land use Single Family Land use Staff supports the applicant’s request to have one land use on the entire tract. The proposed development will provide additional housing options and provide public open space and recreational facilities for the neighborhood and the Oak Hill area. Below are sections of the Oak Hill Plan that supports the applicant’s request: 2 2 of 99B-12Planning Commission: March 8, 2022 3 3 of 99B-12Planning Commission: March 8, 2022 LAND USE DESCRIPTIONS EXISTING LAND USE ON THE PROPERTY Single family - Detached or two family residential uses at typical urban and/or suburban densities. Purpose 1. Preserve the land use pattern and future viability of existing neighborhoods; 2. Encourage new infill development that continues existing neighborhood patterns of development; and 3. Protect residential neighborhoods from incompatible business or industry and the loss of existing housing. Application 1. Existing single‐family areas should generally be designated as single family to preserve established neighborhoods; and 2. May include small lot options (Cottage, Urban Home, Small Lot Single Family) and two‐family residential options (Duplex, Secondary Apartment, Single Family Attached, Two‐Family Residential) in areas considered appropriate for this type of infill development. 4 4 of 99B-12Planning Commission: March 8, 2022 PROPOSED LAND USE ON THE PROPERTY Mixed Use/Office - An area that is appropriate for a mix of residential and office uses. Purpose 1. Accommodate mixed use development in areas that are not appropriate for general commercial development; and 2. Provide a transition from residential use to non Application ‐ residential or mixed use. 1. Appropriate for areas such as minor corridors or local streets adjacent to commercial areas; 2. May be used to encourage commercial uses to transition to residential use; and 3. Provide limited opportunities for live/work residential in urban areas IMAGINE AUSTIN PLANNING PRINCIPLES 1. Create complete neighborhoods across Austin that provide a mix of housing types to suit a variety of household needs and incomes, offer a variety of transportation options, and have easy access to daily needs such as schools, retail, employment, community services, and parks and other recreation options. • The proposed development is a 430-unit multifamily residential development which includes no more than 17 townhomes. The property is located off W. SH 71 Hwy which is a commercial highway with numerous businesses. 2. Support the development of compact and connected activity centers and corridors that are well-served by public transit and designed to promote walking and bicycling as a way of reducing household expenditures for housing and transportation. • The property is located off a state highway and is not considered a walkable or bikeable environment, although there is access to public transportation. 3. Protect neighborhood character by ensuring context-sensitive development and directing more intensive development to activity centers and corridors, redevelopment, and infill sites. • The request is to change Single Family land use to Mixed Use/Office to make one consistent land use on the property to build a multifamily development with no more than 17 townhomes. 4. Expand the number and variety of housing choices throughout Austin to meet the financial and lifestyle needs of our diverse population. 5 5 of 99B-12 • The applicant proposes 430 multifamily residential units with no more than 17 townhomes, which will expand the number and variety of housing choices. 5. Ensure harmonious transitions between adjacent land uses and development intensities. • The property has split land use with Mixed Use/Office on the top portion of the property and Single Family on the southern part. The applicant’s request for Mixed Use/Office land use on the part with Single Family will make one cohesive land use on the property. 6. Protect Austin’s natural resources and environmental systems by limiting land use and transportation development over environmentally sensitive areas and preserve open space and protect the function of the resource. • The proposed development reduces the allowable impervious cover, preserves open space on property. 7. Integrate and expand green infrastructure—preserves and parks, community gardens, trails, stream corridors, green streets, greenways, and the trails system—into the urban environment and transportation network. • The 13.62 acres tract will have 8.2 acres set aside for a public park and will include a 0.7-mile walking trail open to the public. 8. Protect, preserve and promote historically and culturally significant areas. • To staff’s knowledge, there is no historic or cultural significance to this property. 9. Encourage active and healthy lifestyles by promoting walking and biking, healthy food choices, access to affordable healthcare, and to recreational opportunities. • The property is located off West State Highway 71, which not considered a walkable and bikeable environment with easy access to services, although the development proposes a public walking trail and 8.2-acre park on the property. 10. Expand the economic base, create job opportunities, and promote education to support a strong and adaptable workforce. • Not applicable. creative art forms. • Not applicable. 11. Sustain and grow Austin’s live music, festivals, theater, film, digital media, and new 12. Provide public facilities and services that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decrease water and energy usage, increase waste diversion, ensure the health and safety of the public, and support compact, connected, and complete communities. • Not applicable. 6 6 of 99B-12 Proximity to Imagine Austin Activity Corridors and Activity Centers 7 7 of 99B-12 Proximity to Public Parks 8 8 of 99B-12 Proximity to Public Transportation 9 9 of 99B-12 IMAGINE AUSTIN GROWTH CONCEPT MAP Definitions Neighborhood Centers - The smallest and least intense of the three mixed-use centers are neighborhood centers. As with the regional and town centers, neighborhood centers are walkable, bikable, and supported by transit. The greatest density of people and activities in neighborhood centers will likely be concentrated on several blocks or around one or two intersections. However, depending on localized conditions, different neighborhood centers can be very different places. If a neighborhood center is designated on an existing commercial area, such as a shopping center or mall, it could represent redevelopment or the addition of housing. A new neighborhood center may be focused on a dense, mixed-use core surrounded by a mix of housing. In other instances, new or redevelopment may occur incrementally and concentrate people and activities along several blocks or around one or two intersections. Neighborhood centers will be more locally focused than either a regional or a town center. Businesses and services—grocery and department stores, doctors and dentists, shops, branch libraries, dry cleaners, hair salons, schools, restaurants, and other small and local businesses—will generally serve the center and surrounding neighborhoods. Town Centers - Although less intense than regional centers, town centers are also where many people will live and work. Town centers will have large and small employers, although fewer than in regional centers. These employers will have regional customer and employee bases, and provide goods and services for the center as well as the surrounding areas. The buildings found in a town center will range in size from one-to three-story houses, duplexes, townhouses, and rowhouses, to low-to midrise apartments, mixed use buildings, and office buildings. These centers will also be important hubs in the transit system. Regional Centers - Regional centers are the most urban places in the region. These centers are and will become the retail, cultural, recreational, and entertainment destinations for Central Texas. These are the places where the greatest density of people and jobs and the tallest buildings in the region will be located. Housing in regional centers will mostly consist of low to high-rise apartments, mixed use buildings, row houses, and townhouses. However, other housing types, such as single-family units, may be included depending on the location and character of the center. The densities, buildings heights, and overall character of a center will depend on its location. Job Centers - Job centers accommodate those businesses not well-suited for residential or environmentally- sensitive areas. These centers take advantage of existing transportation infrastructure such as arterial roadways, freeways, or the Austin-Bergstrom International airport. Job centers will mostly contain office parks, manufacturing, warehouses, logistics, and other businesses with similar demands and operating characteristics. They should nevertheless become more pedestrian and bicycle friendly, in part by better accommodating services for the people who work in those centers. While many of these centers are currently best served by car, the growth Concept map offers transportation choices such as light rail and bus rapid transit to increase commuter options. 10 10 of 99B-12 Activity Centers for Redevelopment in Sensitive Environmental Areas - Five centers are located over the recharge or contributing zones of the Barton Springs Zone of the Edwards Aquifer or within water-supply watersheds. These centers are located on already developed areas and, in some instances, provide opportunities to address long-standing water quality issues and provide walkable areas in and near existing neighborhoods. State-of-the-art development practices will be required of any redevelopment to improve stormwater retention and the water quality flowing into the aquifer or other drinking water sources. These centers should also be carefully evaluated to fit within their infrastructural and environmental context. Corridors - Activity corridors have a dual nature. They are the connections that link activity centers and other key destinations to one another and allow people to travel throughout the city and region by bicycle, transit, or automobile. Corridors are also characterized by a variety of activities and types of buildings located along the roadway — shopping, restaurants and cafés, parks, schools, single-family houses, apartments, public buildings, houses of worship, mixed-use buildings, and offices. Along many corridors, there will be both large and small redevelopment sites. These redevelopment opportunities may be continuous along stretches of the corridor. There may also be a series of small neighborhood centers, connected by the roadway. Other corridors may have fewer redevelopment opportunities, but already have a mixture of uses, and could provide critical transportation connections. As a corridor evolves, sites that do not redevelop may transition from one use to another, such as a service station becoming a restaurant or a large retail space being divided into several storefronts. To improve mobility along an activity corridor, new and redevelopment should reduce per capita car use and increase walking, bicycling, and transit use. Intensity of land use should correspond to the availability of quality transit, public space, and walkable destinations. Site design should use building arrangement and open space to reduce walking distance to transit and destinations, achieve safety and comfort, and draw people outdoors. BACKGROUND: The application was filed on March 11, 2021, which is considered in- cycle because staff extended the February open filing period due to the severe winter storm in February. The applicant proposes to amend the future land use map from Single Family to Mixed Use/Office land use. The property has split land use with the northern part of the property with Mixed Use/Office and the southern part with Single Family land use. The applicant seeks to make the entire property one land use, Mixed Use/Office. The proposed development is a 430-unit multifamily development with no more than 17 townhomes. The applicant proposes to change the zoning on the property from RR-NP, Rural Residential- Neighborhood Plan and LO-NP, Limited Office-Neighborhood Plan to GO-MU-NP, General Office-Mixed Use-Neighborhood Plan. The applicant submitted a rezoning application, which cover more area than the plan amendment application because the additional tract with the zoning application did not require a change in the land use. For more information on the zoning case see report for C14-2021-0130. There is also a request to amend an existing restrictive covenant. See report for C14-85-288.23(RCA). 11 11 of 99B-12 Plan Amendment area Zoning Change Area PUBLIC MEETINGS: The ordinance-required community meeting was virtually held on January 20, 2022. The recorded meeting can be found at https://www.speakupaustin.org/npa. Approximately 251 meetings notices were mailed to people who rent or own property within 500 feet of the subject tracts. Two city staff members attended the meeting, Maureen Meredith and Mark Walters, in addition to the applicant’s agent, Amanda Swor and Kate Kniejski from Drenner Group. Other attendees associated with the application were Josh Miksch, Matthew Strub, Jason Hauck and Travis Russell, who provided development and engineering information regarding the proposed project. Thirty-four people from the neighborhood also attended. Amanda Swor, the applicant’s agent, provide this information: • There are three applications on the property that will move forward together: A plan amendment application, a zoning change application and application to amend the restrictive covenant. • There is Tract 1 and Tract 2. Tract 1 is not part of the plan amendment application because it already has the Mixed Use/Office land use on the property. This Tract will be developed under the current code. • Tract 2 is known as the Simon Tract. This tract is subject to all three applications and is still owned by the respective families who have the property under contract to be sold along with Tract 1 to the Morgan Group. • The northern part of the tract already has the Mixed Use/Office land use. The southern part of the tract has Single Family land, but the current zoning on the property isn’t even zoned single family and doesn’t allow residential as a permitted use. • The Kretzschmar tract is zoned RR-NP, Rural Residential Neighborhood Plan, and we are asking for a GO-MU-NP, General Office-Mixed Use-Neighborhood Plan zoning. 12 12 of 99B-12 • Tract 2, the Simon Tract is 13 acres and Tract 1 is 8.8 acres for a total of 22.16 acres. • The Restrictive Covenant amendment application was put on the property in 1985 when the City did the Oak Hill Area Study when the properties we annexed into the City. These properties have restrictive covenants that grandfathered the properties to the rules and regulations of the Code from 1981, which is not to Code today. • On the Simon Tract, the current maximum impervious cover is 65% by-right. It has a buildable square footage amount of 146,000 square feet. With the current LO, Limited Office zoning you could have an office building with a very large surface parking lot. We are proposing a maximum of 60% impervious cover. • We have been through 17 different site plans on this project, working with the City’s Environmental staff. We are proposing a multifamily residential project with a maximum of 450 dwelling units, but we are right now at 430 dwelling units. • On the site plan there is an area in light green that will be dedicated for TXDOT right-of-way. • The dark green that surrounds the project is 8.2 acres to be dedicated to the City as parkland because this part of the city is underserved for parkland. • There will be a 0.7-mile hike and bike trail and any ancillary improvements as well as some trailhead parking that we will build • The tallest building in the project will be four-stories and placed on the western side of the property by the adjacent property that is zoned CS that has 60 feet building height. • Parking will be structured parking garage to reduce the impervious cover on the property. The garage will be fully screen from a lighting perspective to protect future residents from headlights. It will be designed to not be taller than the buildings • Our buildings transition down in height on the east side of the property where the buildings are three-stories and there will be two-story townhomes on the southern part of the property. • All construction access will be from W. SH 71. There will be an emergency vehicular access to the south, but there will be no day-to-day access from the south. • There are 42 Heritage Tress on the property that will be in compliance with current Code. Q: Will you add trees from what is already there? And will you do native landscaping? A: Yes, we will mitigate trees and add trees and landscaping. We will work to preserve the Park in as natural a state as possible. We hired a local landscaping company who specializes in native design. We also designed around the Heritage Trees because they are bigger and much more interesting and beautiful than newer ones. Q: What is the total impervious cover for the project as a whole and what are the current height limitations? A: Under the LO zoning, the maximum height is 40 feet and three-stories and the total impervious cover on the project is 40%. Q: What is the elevation difference between the south and north side the tract? A: There is an 80-foot difference. We placed the buildings so that they are at the lowest points, so we are not creating large cuts. 13 13 of 99B-12 Q: What ways can the residents make sure the gated entry onto Little Deer Crossing will not be opened later? A: We could put that in a conditional overlay as part of the zoning or a restrictive covenant amendment, both of which would be enforced by the City. Q: Why not put the park near the KB Homes pocket park and the building on the north part of the property? A: Because the tract that has the park is subject to existing Code regulations and we cannot put more buildings there because of the low impervious cover. Also, that area where the park is proposed has most of the Heritage Trees. Q: What hours and days of construction will the project have? A: We’ll maintain the hours regulated by the City of Austin. I don’t know what those are at this time. Q: With an 80-foot difference in elevation, how safe would it be for a child to ride down the trail to have access to the public park? A: This is something we’ve been working with the Parks Department to make sure that at least one side of the park is completely ADA accessible so that a pedestrian or bicycle rider can get form the south side to the north side of the property. We know there are a couple areas that will likely have switchbacks or a little different grade. Q: What rent range are you proposing? A: We will have a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedrooms on the site, so each one will be priced different. We anticipate will start at $1,300 and then exceed well over $3,000 a month. Construction will take some time. We will price the units about 90 days before we open. We proposed to have 40% of the units as family-friendly units that are two- and three-bedroom units. Q: Why not wrap around the three buildings on the east side of the property to minimize your surface parking? A: We looked into that, and it doesn’t have any impact on impervious cover as you would think. Q: Is there any way to make all the buildings three-stories or less in height? This is a concern many neighbors who live close to the property. A: We looked at a lot of different building heights and we ended up with four-stories because it reduced the impervious cover and allowed us to remove a building. Q: What are the guarantees that the 8.2 acres of parkland won’t turn into a homeless camp? A: Yes, we will dedicate this as a public park, but the property will be maintained by the project so that it does not fall into dilapidation. Q: Where will the foot access points be located around the park hike and bike trails? 14 14 of 99B-12 A: There will be an entrance point at the southwest corner of the project that will align with the pocket park that is under constructions. There will also be a couple of trailhead entrances on the northside of the property. There will be three of four locations where there will be access. Q: Who is the target renter for this property? A: This is proposed to be a market-rate project. We are still working through what an affordable component of the project would look like. Q: Can you make a 3-D model available to the public? A: We don’t have one. The details will be in the site development process, but we don’t have this for the zoning part. Q: What access do you have planned for the Scenic Brook neighborhood? A: There might be a bike or pedestrian access. The only vehicular access was for Fire Department emergency access that we are required to provide. Q: How high will the light poles be? A: This project will be subject to the City of Austin lighting regulations which required all new lights to be fully hooded and shielded, which means our lights cannot cross the property line. Q: Will the entire property have fence lines around the perimeter? A: No. There will be fencing and landscaping between the park and the project, which the Parks and Recreation Department wanted. There will not be a large fence along W. SH 71 or along the south end of the site. The parkland will be accessible for anybody to use. Q: What will the height of the parking garage be? A: It will be four stories to match the height of the building so each resident will be able to park on the level that they live, but the parking garage will be under the top of the buildings, so it won’t be visible from the exterior. Q: Will the park area include bathrooms, picnic area, playset, or other structures? A: It will not have bathrooms, which is something the Parks Departments does not allow in privately maintained parks even though it will be public. There will be picnic area, but not playsets. Q: Will this be a mixed-use project with residential, retail, restaurants, and office? A: It will be all residential at this point. Q: Why not just follow the future land use map and put single-family there? A: We have modeled our project to embody the spirit of the future land use map by putting the townhomes there to provide a buffer. Right now, with the zoning of LO, Limited Office, we couldn’t even put single family homes there. 15 15 of 99B-12 Q: How would you say this development is improving the land and lives of those that currently own property and live in the surrounding areas? A: We will provide better water quality environment than what is there today in the undeveloped state. We will be removing more solids and providing better outflow, which has been verified by engineers, even the city’s engineers. We are providing a far better project than what could be built under the existing restrictive covenant today which would be something with a massive sea of surface parking. We are donating over a third of our property, eight acres, as a public park to this area that is an under-served with park facilities. Q: I’m concerned about the current wildlife that lives in this space. Is there any consideration to the environmental impact this project creates? A: As mentioned earlier, about a third of the area is dedicated to parkland, which you would not get under the current restrictive covenant. We employ a local construction team that employs construction practices that are as environmentally friendly as possible. We are limiting cut and fill on the site to eight feet. Q: The design looks impressive, especially the area designated for the park, but how can we be assured that the green spaces as proposed? A: The restrictive covenant amendment lets us put these items in there, as well as the zoning case. We have also entered into agreements with neighborhoods through private restrictive covenants. Also, if we wanted to take out any of these big trees, it would require us to go to the City Council and Planning Commission for a variance as part of the public process. Q: How many projects has Morgan developed in Austin and how many do you still own? A: We’ve development two in Austin and we still manage them as part of our current portfolio. There is Pearl Lantana on Southwest Parkway and one in Tech Ridge. We are currently working on building our local team in Austin. Q: It seems there will be access problems coming northwest on W. SH 71 because now they would have an unprotected left turn and, in the future, they will need to use a turn around and quickly get over into the right lane to access the project. A: Now with COVID, TIA’s are done at the time of site development permit. We have had preliminary conversation with TXDOT to make sure we accounted for the right-of-way they will need. We had to make sure the Simon Tract had the driveway locations and valid access points that we will need. Right now, there will be right-in and right-out only. There will not be a left-in and left-out at the beginning. There will be main lanes and frontage roads once the project gets going and there will most likely be a deceleration lane and an acceleration lane. Q: I’d love to know if you’re considering any other areas in the city to put your project. Our neighborhood has enjoyed the rural field within the city, and this will take this way from us. Why not build elsewhere? A: The reality is that the property owners want to sell the property. Morgan was able to work with the two families to create a better project versus what could be build under the existing restrictive covenant. 16 16 of 99B-12 Q: How can you justify disregarding the Oak Hill Combined Plan which as been agreed upon by the City and the residents. The Park is only a result of the fact that there was nothing else to do with the tract. Why not reduce the impervious cover on the Simon tract? A: We have reduced the impervious cover on the Simon Tract which has an impervious cover by right of 65%, we have it down to 60%. Also, the impervious cover on the park tract is 25% and we have it down to 15%. The current zoning on the FLUM does not even allow residential uses, so what we are providing is consistent with the future land use map. Q: How much right-of-way will TXDOT take within the next ten to twenty years? A: The 8.2 acres for the park excludes the right-of-way already accounted for by TXDOT. We also worked with TXDOT to make sure that any future right-of-way is taken into consideration. Q: How long would this development take to complete? A: From start to finish, about two years. Q: You said that single family couldn’t be built under the current restrictive covenant, why not ask for a change to allow single family units? A: Single family cannot be built under the currently zoning of LO, Limited Office, the restrictive covenant is silent on uses. Q: Why not just build single family on the entire property? A: We worked hard to create the transition to provide the little bit of single family on the south side that was only a portion of the property that was even contemplated for single family. The rest of it was contemplated for higher density residential uses which was evident with the mixed-use designation. If it was all intended to be single family, that’s what would have been on the future land use map. Q: Why not provide more townhomes? A: Townhomes increase the impervious cover, so to achieve the housing goals of city, we need to make the development compact. Q: Will this development start after the Oak Hill Parkway Project is complete? I’m concerned about the amount of additional traffic at our existing intersection. A: We are at the beginning of the development process. We still have to go through the public hearing process, then the site development permit process. We are looking at 2025 completion. Q: How does this project meet the vision of the Oak Hill Neighborhood Plan? A: I don’t know all the visioning points of the plan, but I talked about the FLUM and the initial designation of mixed use. Comment: • I appreciate that you have shared your time to defend your case. I would like to make sure that I voice, as a resident of this neighborhood, that I do not support this effort. 17 17 of 99B-12 We have enjoyed the greenspace in our neighborhood and is a reason why we moved here. You will have to work extremely hard to impress me. 18 18 of 99B-12Applicant Summary Letter from Application 19 19 of 99B-12 20 20 of 99B-12Letter of Recommendation from the Neighborhood Plan Contact Team (NPCT) (No letter as of March 1, 2022) From: Meredith, Maureen Sent: Friday, February 25, 2022 7:32 PM To: rcbaker9@; ksperry@; tom_thayer@; sewaltz@; rebeca.t.white@gmail.com; cbwidaho@; leighziegler@; brad@; ccespedes@; dnle@; karon.rilling@; spamme@; millerinspect@aol.com; bshrader@; clarkross@; mountaustin@; my-biz@; dkr2@; nancy.millard@; bryanlaw@; buys6@; dartbuddy@; dbmorton@; dscasteter@; trudiew@; bettinababbitt@; jackandjoyce@; richardmccain2002@; plmackie@; teresaakerr@; aarmitage@; bradys@; chipdoctor@; chuck@; clarke@; gaja327@; Gordon@; grjsj@; icepick@; jdl@; jford@; jmartin12@; jthayer@austin.rr.com; nkwon@att.net; tmackie2004@; friedd@; cdp_prince@; Fronye@; pjones78746@; organic-ed@; jamiecantara@; Martin_leifker@; rfelger@; nhagquist@sbcglobal.net; alan@; jvill@; stlouis_98@; lekniff@; peter@; h2omcgrego@ Cc: Rhoades, Wendy <Wendy.Rhoades@austintexas.gov>; Amanda Swor <aswor@drennergroup.com>; Kate Kniejski <kkniejski@drennergroup.com> Subject: Oak Hill NPCT Rec?: NPA-2021-0025.02_7715 1/2 W SH 71 Importance: High Dear Oak Hill Combined NPCT: Cases NPA-2021-0025.02, C14-2021-0130 and C14-85-288.23(RCA) for properties located at 7715 ½ and 7817 W. SH 71 Hwy are scheduled for the March 8 Planning Commission hearing. If your team would like to submit a letter of recommendation to be added to the staff case reports, please email it to me no later than Tuesday, March 1 by 4:30 pm. If we get the letter after that date and time, it will not be in the staff report but will submitted as late back up for the March 8 hearing. Thanks. Maureen 21 21 of 99B-12 Letter of Recommendation from the Oak Association of Neighborhoods From: cbwidaho Sent: Monday, January 31, 2022 1:00 PM To: Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>; Mushtaler, Jennifer - BC <BC- Jennifer.Mushtaler@austintexas.gov>; Llanes, Carmen - BC <bc-Carmen.Llanes@austintexas.gov>; Thompson, Jeffrey - BC <bc-Jeffrey.Thompson@austintexas.gov>; Schneider, Robert - BC <BC- Robert.Schneider@austintexas.gov>; Shaw, Todd - BC <BC-Todd.Shaw@austintexas.gov>; Cohen, Jessica - BC <BC-Jessica.Cohen@austintexas.gov>; Praxis, Solveij - BC <BC- Solveij.Praxis@austintexas.gov>; Hempel, Claire - BC <BC-Claire.Hempel@austintexas.gov>; Connolly, Joao - BC <BC-Joao.Connolly@austintexas.gov>; Howard, Patrick - BC <BC- Patrick.Howard@austintexas.gov>; Shieh, James - BC <bc-James.Shieh@austintexas.gov>; Azhar, Awais - BC <BC-Awais.Azhar@austintexas.gov>; Cox, Grayson - BC <BC- Grayson.Cox@austintexas.gov>; Flores, Yvette - BC <bc-Yvette.Flores@austintexas.gov>; Singh, Arati - BC <BC-Arati.Singh@austintexas.gov> Cc: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Rhoades, Wendy <Wendy.Rhoades@austintexas.gov>; Scruggs, Ed <Ed.Scruggs@austintexas.gov> Subject: OHAN Statement re: NPA-2021-0025.02 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** DATE: January 31, 2022 TO: Whom It May Concern FROM: Oak Hill Association of Neighborhoods (OHAN) RE: 7715 ½ W. SH 71 (NPA-2021-0025.02, C14-2021-0130, C14-85-288.23 (RCA)) At the Oak Hill Association of Neighborhoods Membership Meeting on January 19, 2022, a motion was unanimously approved by a vote of the membership to oppose the proposed rezoning and land use changes for the property located at 7715 ½ West US Highway 71 (NPA-2021-0025.02). Please include this statement in the official backup material. Sincerely, Board of Directors, Oak Hill Association of Neighborhoods (OHAN) 22 22 of 99B-12 Site 23 23 of 99B-12 24 24 of 99B-12 25 25 of 99B-12 26 26 of 99B-12 27 27 of 99B-12 Applicant’s Presentation at the January 19, 2022 Community meeting 28 28 of 99B-12 29 29 of 99B-12 30 30 of 99B-12 31 31 of 99B-12 32 32 of 99B-12 33 33 of 99B-12 34 34 of 99B-12Correspondence Received From: Yvonne Davis Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 10:59 AM To: kate.clark@austi.texas.gov; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning Case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA Case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** We are residents of the Scenic Brook subdivision and we are writing to you to document our strong objection to the rezoning of 7715 1/2 SH 71 West which we believe will lead to the destruction of our neighborhood and property values. Scenic Brook does not need or desire another large apartment complex in our area. Thank you! James & Yvonne Davis 8108 Red Willow Dr, Austin, TX 78736 -- Yvonne Massey Davis From: Wesley Hopkins Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 9:20 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Wesley Hopkins 35 35 of 99B-12 From: Wayne Long Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 10:07 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. PLEASE KEEP it AS SINGLE FAMILY. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, The Long Family, S. Austin, 78749 From: Vinod Singh Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 3:10 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: I Object Rezoning of 7715 1/2 W. SH 71 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi, I am writing this email regarding the Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA Case No . C14-85-288.23(RCA). I object to this rezoning in our neighborhood. We 36 36 of 99B-12 already have enough urbanization and we do not need more building and construction which destroys the green space, and also affects the climate around it. I strongly Oppose this rezoning of 7715 1/2 W. SH 71 and development of another massive apartment complex in our neighborhood. Regards VINOD SINGH From: Vicki Garcia Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 2:00 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. In addition to the stated reasons below, the occupants of these multi family units will have entry/exit point only on the free lanes of the coming Hwy71 toll road and/or Scenic Brook Drive. Such a large increase in traffic on the only free lanes will increase wait times at the “Y” for current residents who will also use these free lanes.The whole purpose of the toll road is to reduce congestion at the “Y” but new multi family units with no access to the toll road is in direct conflict with that purpose and keeps the congestion problem for residents using the free lanes. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Vicki Garcia 37 37 of 99B-12 From: Thaddeus Zaharas Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 3:37 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello Team, I live in Oak Hill. We've done our part by accepting the 14 lane concrete monstrosity with flyovers that is now under construction. I don't also support this 400 unit apartment complex in my neighborhood. I am all for balanced development, but enough is enough. This project should go somewhere else nearby, but outside of Oak Hill. Thank you for your consideration, Thaddeus Zaharas From: Terri Knox Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 11:12 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: I have been a homeowner in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract for over 37 years. I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and 38 38 of 99B-12 allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Terri Knox 7001 Chinook Drive Austin, TX 78736 -----Original Message----- From: Terri Knox Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 11:36 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov> Subject: Oppose rezoning case #C14-2021-0130 RCA case#C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I own a home in close proximity to the proposed development of a massive apartment complex at 7715 W. SH 71. I oppose this rezoning request. It is an environmentally sensitive area located over the Edwards Aquifer contributing zone and the plan calls for too much impervious cover. I have owned this home for over 37 years. This neighborhood has always been single family residence and a high density apartment complex would significantly alter the feel of this older, established neighborhood. Traffic issues are already an issue, and this development would compound the problem. Houston Developers should not be allowed to contradict the Oak Hill Combined Neighborhood Plan. I am strongly opposed to this request for a zoning change. Terri Knox 7001 Chinook Drive Austin, Texas 78736 From: Tejas Patwa Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 9:04 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in 39 39 of 99B-12 density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You , Tejas Patwa From: Tatiana Bobbitt Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 6:42 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Tatiana Bobbitt -----Original Message----- From: Suzi Lindsay Sent: Friday, January 14, 2022 6:36 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** 40 40 of 99B-12 Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Susan Lindsay 11012 Swelfling Ter. Austin 78737 From: susanshipp Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 10:31 AM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: I oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Pl, As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. Traffic in this area has reached its peak under current circumstances. Adding hundreds of people to a small condensed area would only exasperate the traffic problems. In addition, construction has begun on the 290/71 Super HWY causing its own amount of delays. I don’t see how we can allow more construction to commence in this very tight quadrant. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone which has already been disturbed by the building of the Super HWY. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation 41 41 of 99B-12 of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Susan Shipp Robison From: Sunny Hunt Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 7:52 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Subject: Scenic Brook High Density Housing - Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I live in Scenic Brook and I'm OPPOSED to rezoning this plot of land for the planned high-density housing project. This neighborhood was designed to support detached homes with pervious ground cover to protect the area from flooding and damage. Even I, as a homeowner, have to ensure that any impervious cover is less than 45% of my lot but this developer gets a pass for 65% impervious cover? Are you kidding me? Aren't we done giving a pass to big-ticket corporations who talk big and leave messes behind for residents to clean up? Do we need more housing in Austin? Yes. Do we need more luxury, high-density, high-rent (unaffordable) apartments that pose an environmental risk to the rest of the established neighborhood and area? Absolutely not. We already have enough of that in Scenic Brook. We've had over 2235 apartment units built in our neighborhood in the past 5 years alone. Enough. 42 42 of 99B-12 Sonia Hunt 7000 Whispering Creek Drive Austin, TX 78736 From: Sue Wendelin Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 4:49 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Sent from my iPhone Sue Wendelin From: Staci Snell Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 8:16 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what 43 43 of 99B-12 the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: sls3284@ Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 9:22 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Shannon Stavinoha From: Sean D. Johnson Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 3:19 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything 44 44 of 99B-12 else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Sean Johnson 6929 Scenic Brook Dr. -----Original Message----- From: Sarah Walters Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 9:38 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: said less Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 6:20 PM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning Case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23 (RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am opposed to this development proposal on W. SH 71. Thank you, Rick Jenkins 7311 Oak Meadow Drive Austin, TX From: Saad Altai Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 12:19 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen 45 45 of 99B-12 <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Saad Altai -----Original Message----- From: Ross Tomlin Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 7:25 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Ross Tomlin -----Original Message----- From: Rodrigo Solis Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 2:41 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen 46 46 of 99B-12 <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Robin ZumBerge Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 9:34 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** TrDear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Robin ZumBerge -----Original Message----- From: Robbie Lueth Sent: Friday, January 14, 2022 8:15 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) 47 47 of 99B-12 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Robbie Lueth 5900 Blanco River From: Rita Berry Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 1:56 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, From: Rhonda Hudson Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 6:45 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) 48 48 of 99B-12 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Tim & Rhonda Hudson -----Original Message----- From: Renee Vlahakis Sent: Sunday, January 9, 2022 1:14 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Renee Vlahakis From: randol.alan.bass Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 10:59 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: RE: Ecological and Unethical Destruction of Community ~ Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** 49 49 of 99B-12 Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft. allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW THIS TO MOVE FORWARD AS PLANNED BY THE DEVELOPERS IN QUESTION. Far too often in our world today, those with enough money and persistence can push forward plans to make even more money by circumventing the wishes of ordinary citizens who have less access than they to authority figures in government. None of us in this part of Austin wants this kind of development in our neighborhood and elected officials such as yourselves are sworn to stand by us and our collective wishes – especially when these wishes greatly impact the future of our lives here in Austin. Please do your duty and make sure we and our sensitive environment are not pushed aside in favor of this toxic business plan. Thank You Randol Bass 6818 Kenosha Pass Austin, TX 78749 From: Priscilla Rossi Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 7:45 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa 50 50 of 99B-12 <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Cc: savescenicbrook@ Subject: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department, As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract, I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. This change would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR, which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract, and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. When the people of this neighborhood chose to purchase property in the Oak Hill suburban area, we did so seeking peace, tranquility and distance from the common issues one faces while living in highly populated areas. Oak Hill is already Austin's biggest sought area for apartment development - unsustainable! This not only elevates density and brings all the kinds of troubles that come with excess population, but forces residents into facing the misery of long-term construction - its nuisances and noises. Rezoning all the outskirts of our beautiful (and once tranquil) neighborhood goes directly against the idea of preserving our areas' identity and character. All of us only purchased expensive property here because we knew it to be a single-family housing zone. Rezoning and seeking apartment building at this stage is extremely unfair to the already established single-family owners who live here. We urge you not to let the profits of big corporations be prioritized in opposition to the environment and to the will of thousands of people who already reside here. I'd be thankful if you can add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates about this topic. Respectfully, Priscilla Rossi -----Original Message----- From: Penny Dedman Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 11:46 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) 51 51 of 99B-12 Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Penny Dedman -----Original Message----- From: Peggy Cooper Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 4:27 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Margaret (Peggy) Cooper Resident on Sage Mountain Trail -----Original Message----- From: Paul Merryman Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 5:51 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: savescenicbrook@gmail.com; Julie Nicole <julie_holtz@yahoo.com>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino 52 52 of 99B-12 <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As homeowners on Scenic Brook Dr and residents in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract we would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. My wife and I just purchased our home here last summer, particularly because it backs up to a creek and also because of the dense foliage all around. We do not want our creek to dry up nor have tall apartment buildings in our horizon nor added congestion to the area (we are already experiencing enough disruption with the Oakhill Parkway project). We think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add us to the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Paul Merryman and Julie Holtzman 7119 Scenic Brook Dr Austin, TX 79736 -----Original Message----- From: Patty Koeninger Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 7:18 PM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: rezoning *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Please no rezoning for 7715 1/2 W. SH 71 Thanks, 53 53 of 99B-12 Patty Koeninger 8101 current circle -----Original Message----- From: Patrica Lang Sent: Monday, January 24, 2022 5:41 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Olga Nieto Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 5:38 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. 54 54 of 99B-12 The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You , Olga Nieto From: Natalie Galletti Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:49 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a nearby homeowner (7004 Chinook Drive) and the owner of several nearby rental properties (7002 Chinook Drive, 7003 Chinook Drive, 8103 Little Deer Crossing) I strongly feel that the rezoning of this land in question is inconsistent with the zoning of nearby properties. The adjoining land that is currently being developed that is being used as an example of similar use HAS NOT been approved for multi-family apartment-style buildings and CAN NOT be considered as existing zoning/buildings. I, and many others, worked hard on the FLUP and FLUM to make sure that NONE of this land was developed as office or high- density multi-family use. Single-family, duplex or quadplex multi-family are the only acceptable land uses for these lots. Additionally, the extra impervious cover limits will only contribute to the flooding that already happens downstream along Williamson Creek – specifically at the Oak Hill Youth Sports Association Baseball/ Softball Fields located at 290 & Joe Tanner Lane. Please do not allow this rezoning to be approved. Thank you, Natalie Uzoff Galletti & Joseph Galletti 7004 Chinook Drive, Austin, 78736-1840 512-301-1170 55 55 of 99B-12 From: Natalie Galletti Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 11:58 AM To: Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov>; HPD <HPD@austintexas.gov>; Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Refuse the Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) Dear Council Members, Mayor, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a long-time nearby homeowners (7004 Chinook Drive since 1995) and the owner of several nearby rental properties (7002 Chinook Drive, 7003 Chinook Drive, 8103 Little Deer Crossing) we strongly feel that the rezoning of this land in question is inconsistent with the zoning of nearby properties. The adjoining land that is currently being developed that is being used by the applicants as an example of similar use HAS NOT been approved for multi-family apartment-style buildings and CAN NOT be considered as existing zoning/buildings. We, and many others, worked hard on the FLUP and FLUM to make sure that NONE of these land parcels would ever be developed as office or high-density multi- family use. Single-family, duplex or quadplex multi-family are the only acceptable land uses for these lots. Additionally, the extra impervious cover limits will only contribute to the flooding that already happens downstream along Williamson Creek – specifically at the Oak Hill Youth Sports Association Baseball/ Softball Fields located at 290 & Joe Tanner Lane. Please do not allow this rezoning to be approved. Thank you, Natalie Uzoff Galletti & Joseph Galletti 7004 Chinook Drive, Austin, 78736-1840 512-301-1170 56 56 of 99B-12 From: Nancy Lanier Sent: Sunday, January 9, 2022 11:48 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Subject: Proposed Apartments on Hwy 71 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to oppose the following rezoning applications: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) This is area is a critical Edwards Aquifer contributing zone that currently allows only 25% impervious cover. This sensitive ecological area should NOT allow such dense development with 65% impervious cover. Our neighbors were clear when drafting the Oak Hill Combined Neighborhood Plan. The entire development scheme is in direct contradiction to the Oak Hill Combined Neighborhood Plan and the FLUM (Future Land Use Map). If this proposed plan passes, many of our neighbors will have a massive apartment complex towering over their backyards. This proposed plan will allow for nearly 400 apartment units and 60 feet high on one of the tallest points in Oak Hill. The traffic and environmental impacts to our area will be significant. Oak Hill is one of the most targeted areas for developers in Austin, with over 7% of all apartment development that has taken place in Austin in the last 5 years. We are already being negatively impacted by the massive highway development on both Hwy. 71 and Hwy 290. The additional traffic, and environmental impact of such a massive apartment complex being built in our area is far more than we should be expected to tolerate. I have lived in this area since 1999, and feel as if the City of Austin is doing everything in it's power to take away any rights of the single family 57 57 of 99B-12 homeowners to live here. I moved here to have a safe, quiet place to raise my daughter, in a home I plan to keep. I do not want to be forced to sell and leave this area. Please vote against these rezoning changes, and prevent this apartment complex from being built. Thank you, Nancy Lanier From: ML Collins Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 8:21 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract, I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W SH 71 to multifamily. I believe it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR, which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, M Collins -----Original Message----- From: Mindi Orth Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 1:20 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of 58 58 of 99B-12 the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank you, Mindi -----Original Message----- From: Michelle Gaines Sent: Wednesday, January 26, 2022 9:03 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract, I strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. This would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. Further, the amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank you, Michelle Gaines -----Original Message----- From: michael vlahakis Sent: Sunday, January 9, 2022 1:31 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen 59 59 of 99B-12 <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Not to mention the traffic through 16’ wide county roads in our neighborhood to access from Little Deer and Scenic Brook. Will completely destroy the way of life for over 400 homeowners in this area. Michael Vlahakis 6947 CHINOOK DR From: Michael McGhee Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 10:32 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what 60 60 of 99B-12 the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Mia Dance Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 5:31 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: I bought my first home in Oak Hill last year. I loved the quiet and quaint older neighborhood lined with oaks. Building a massive apartment in the neighborhood will cause too much impervious cover for the ecologically sensitive edward’s aquifer contribution zone. The apartments would also go against our neighborhood plan and negatively affect many of my neighbors who would have towering apartments on the hill behind their houses. Lastly, the proposed plan is too dense and tall. 400 new apartment units will cause significant traffic and negative environmental impacts to our area. Thank you, Mia Dance (7209 Silvermine Drive Austin TX 78736) From: Melissa Garner Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 2:33 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards 61 61 of 99B-12 Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Melissa Thornell Garner 7121 Silvermine Drive Austin, Texas 78736-1758 ----Original Message----- From: Melinda Kilian Sent: Friday, January 21, 2022 4:20 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Melida82 > Sent: Monday, January 24, 2022 7:15 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. 62 62 of 99B-12 Thank You Melida Mathews From: Meghann Pfeiffer Sent: Thursday, January 27, 2022 10:24 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You. From: Mary Taylor Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 4:29 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident since 1976 in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally 63 63 of 99B-12 sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Marti Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 7:30 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Marsha Hughes Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 11:42 AM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Fw: Rezoning case # C14-2021-0130 and RCA case # C14-85-288.23 (RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** This is to let you know that I strongly oppose to the rezoning of 7715 1/2 West SH 71. With the highway development of Hwy 290/Sh 71 giving our community much disruption, this rezoning would add just that much more disruption to our community. After the completion of the highway, we need to have some open land to enjoy on our way down the road. Oak Hill is no longer a "sleepy little community". We are far from it because of developments like this being able to use their money to get cases like this pushed through. Somewhere all of this needs to stop and let us enjoy what scenic views we have left. Marsha Hughes - 8209 Pax Dr. - Austin - 78736 64 64 of 99B-12 From: Mark Knox Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 1:45 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Maria Ragozina Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 3:16 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Walters, Mark <Mark.Walters@austintexas.gov> Subject: I Object Rezoning of 7715 1/2 W. SH 71, Save Scenic Brook *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi, I am writing this email regarding the Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA Case No . C14-85-288.23(RCA). I object to this rezoning in our neighborhood. We already have enough urbanization and we do not need more building and construction which destroys the green space, and also affects the climate around it. I strongly oppose this rezoning of 7715 1/2 W. SH 71 and the development of another massive apartment complex in our neighborhood. Maria Singh 8817 Moccasin Path, Austin, TX 78736 -----Original Message----- From: Louise Kirchen Sent: Wednesday, March 24, 2021 4:11 PM 65 65 of 99B-12 To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Case No. NPA-2021-0025.02 Hello, I’m a property owner within 500 feet of the property in question in the above case and received Notice of Application for a Neighborhood Plan Amendment. Please tell me what the proposed development will be that is outlined in bold on the Land Use Map Request on the reverse side of the notice. I also would like to know the time frame of when this development will begin and any other details you have on it. Our home at 6935 Chinook Dr. is included in the outer area on the map outlined in gray. What does that mean for us? Look forward to your reply. Thank you so much, Louise Kirchen 443-239-2274 From: Kris Donley Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 12:04 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Keri4me Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 8:52 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** 66 66 of 99B-12 Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Keely Rizzato Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 1:38 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: I strongly oppose this rezoning. I am a licensed landscape architect and very familiar with the development process. Please do not allow this to go forward. It is not an appropriate land use and not compatible with the adjacent tracts. As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank you for representing my objections to the rezoning. -----Original Message----- From: Katie Reissman Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:08 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: 67 67 of 99B-12 As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Katharine Reissman 6909 Grove Crest Dr Austin, TX 78736 rom: Katie Davies Sent: Monday, January 24, 2022 10:21 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Kathy Morgan Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 9:17 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: 68 68 of 99B-12 As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You very much for your work on this! -----Original Message----- From: karol goodwin Sent: Sunday, January 9, 2022 11:35 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: Please don’t allow this, there is no need to create so much density here When there are so many communities willing to grow outside of Travis county why pack everyone in like sardines. As a previous resident of Los Angeles California, I beg you not to make the same mistakes as California the dense living followed by tent cities followed by traffic jams for hours and people living on top of each-other it doesn’t have to be this way. As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates.<BR>Thank You rom: Karen Galecki Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 4:31 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) 69 69 of 99B-12 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello Kate and Maureen, West Oak Hill was quiet and peaceful.. now, we have a giant project by KB Homes that has covered our neighborhood in silt, have heard jackhammering 12/hrs day 6 days/week for two months, along with giant construction trucks going up and down Scenic Brook- where people go for walks on their own, with babies/kids, and dogs. Looking at the project it's really sad that no green space was preserved at all- how does this help us, the environment, or wildlife? Now there is a rezoning request for a huge apartment complex near the same area. How much can one area take? What about water run off? More construction trucks destroying the roads? I strongly oppose this.. traffic here will already increase due to the other development project going on (on top of people using it as a cut through due to the 290 project). Our neighborhood wasn't built for this much traffic and capacity. Please consider the residents here and the negative impact it would have on us. Sincerely, -Karen Galecki From: k c <kerilcardenas@ Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 7:25 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Save Scenic Brook *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello, I’m writing to inform you that I am not in favor of the following two cases that have been brought to my attention: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) This proposed rezoning will allow nearly 400 apartments in over 8 buildings up to 60 feet in height. The Houston apartment developer is attempting to take advantage of a Restrictive covenant placed on the property of the 1980’s which allowed for a maximum 65% impervious coverage for a LO (Limited Office) zoned construction of a maximum of 146,000 square ft. The rezoning request wants to change the use AND increase the maximum square footage by nearly threefold. THIS PROPOSAL IS IN DIRECT CONTRADICTION TO THE OAK HILL COMBINED NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN. PLEASE HELP SPEAK UP FOR OUR COMMUNITY BY VOICING OUR OPPOSITION AND SUPPORTING OUR EFFORTS IN STOPPING THIS PROJECT. THANK YOU, KERI CARDENAS CHINOOK DR, 78736 70 70 of 99B-12 -----Original Message----- From: Julie Campbell Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 3:44 PM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Oak Hill Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Ms Meredith, I strongly oppose this 400 unit project moving forward. Do not allow this to impact the recharge zone and place this in the middle of single family residences. Please maintain the integrity left to Oak Hill. Julie Campbell From: Joy Hernandez Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 7:45 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning Case Nos. RCA C14-2021-0130 & C14-85-288.23 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello. My name is Joy Hernandez, and I'm a longtime resident of Valley View/Scenic Brook. I STRONGLY oppose rezoning of the small piece of land. THERE IS ENOUGH TRAFFIC IN OAK HILL!!! KB Homes has already come through and destroyed the homes of the local coyotes, foxes, rabbits, roadrunners, opossums, and owls. They've also ruined our neighborhood streets. Please wait until the 290/71 road construction is completed to try to smash more people into tiny boxes. Thank You, Joy Hernandez rom: John Paul Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 9:44 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Re: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA 71 71 of 99B-12 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am a homeowner in 78736 writing to object to the rezoning 77151/2 W. SH 71 and the proposed building of another massive apartment complex in our neighborhood. The current 2 year construction on Little Deer is constant noise pollution and shakes my home from 6am to 8pm 5 days a week. Respectfully, John Paul Patterson From: John DiGaetano Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 5:37 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Best regards John DiGaetano From: jmac Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 11:21 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I 72 72 of 99B-12 think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Jay McArdle Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 11:38 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: James Cain Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 8:31 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, 73 73 of 99B-12 Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Representative Ellis needs to listen to the folks of district 8 and help the residents vote against this proposal. This complex will be built in my backyard; a single family home neighborhood. I strongly oppose this rezoning of my neighborhood, James Cain 26 year homeowner, Chinook Dr. -----Original Message----- From: Henry Hodes Sent: Friday, January 14, 2022 1:15 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You 74 74 of 99B-12 From: Heidi Juliar Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 6:19 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Gustavo Nieto Sent: Tuesday, January 18, 2022 8:20 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. 75 75 of 99B-12 Thank You, Gustavo Nieto (512) 731 -3399 From: Greg Richter Sent: Wednesday, February 9, 2022 10:33 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 foot allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Thank You Greg Richter 7004 Bright Star From: Gina Reed Lacey Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 5:39 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident of the Oak Hill area for many years, I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are CLEAR on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. 76 76 of 99B-12 Thank You -----Original Message----- From: Gauri Iyengar Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2022 9:30 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates.<BR>Thank You From: Gary Rizzato Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 4:48 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Gary Rizzato From: Gabrielle Moraes Chueh Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 5:39 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen 77 77 of 99B-12 <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov> Cc: savescenicbrook@ Subject: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department, As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract, I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. This change would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR, which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract, and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. When the people of this neighborhood chose to purchase property in the Oak Hill suburban area, we did so seeking peace, tranquility and distance from the common issues one faces while living in highly populated areas. Oak Hill is already Austin's biggest sought area for apartment development - unsustainable! This not only elevates density and brings all the kinds of troubles that come with excess population, but forces residents into facing the misery of long-term construction - its nuisances and noises. Rezoning all the outskirts of our beautiful (and once tranquil) neighborhood goes directly against the idea of preserving our areas' identity and character. All of us only purchased expensive property here because we knew it to be a single-family housing zone. Rezoning and seeking apartment building at this stage is extremely unfair to the already established single- family owners who live here. We urge you not to let the profits of big corporations be prioritized in opposition to the environment and to the will of thousands of people who already reside here. I'd be thankful if you can add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates about this topic. 78 78 of 99B-12 Respectfully, Gabrielle Chueh From: Eve Wieand Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 5:11 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Cc: evewieand@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Eve Wieand 79 79 of 99B-12 80 80 of 99B-12 81 81 of 99B-12 From: Eric Yerkovich Sent: Monday, January 31, 2022 9:24 AM To: Rhoades, Wendy <Wendy.Rhoades@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: C14-2021-0130 & C14-85-288.23(RCA), NPA-2021-0025.02 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** MS. Rhoades and Meridith, Please find a petition attached signed by 267 neighbors who live in close proximity of the above referenced cases. There is not one person in the neighborhood who is in favor of allowing this zoning change. The height and density is not compatible with the single family neighborhood on all three sides. The Flum and neighborhood plan both prohibit this rezoning and must be followed. There is no point in getting community input on the future vision of our neighborhoods only to disregard those wishes. What are the next steps of the rezoning process and the approximate dates? Additionally the developer has stated that putting the development down by the highway by trading impervious cover entitlements is impossible due in part of the existence of legacy trees. Would it be possible to get a map of the tree inventory for the subject tracts. Putting the development by the highway would be the best accommodation to the neighborhood and still provide the developer with a viable project. I appreciate your help on this matter. Regards Eric Yerkovich 512 799 6240 82 82 of 99B-12 83 83 of 99B-12 84 84 of 99B-12 85 85 of 99B-12 86 86 of 99B-12 87 87 of 99B-12 -----Original Message----- From: Emily Glennon Sent: Sunday, January 23, 2022 1:33 PM To: Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning case No c14-2021-0130 > Hi Maureen, > We are residents off 71 and OPPOSE the rezoning of 7715 1/2 of W SH71 and another massive apartment complex. > Please let your voice and not your pockets be heard- and oppose it as well > Emily Glennon > 813-390-4589 From: Elizabeth Bellanti Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 12:36 PM To: sara.bellanti@ Subject: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** GREETINGS, I come to you as a concerned resident of the Scenic Brooke neighborhood in Oak Hill. 78736. We are already experiencing the destruction of so much natural beauty in our neighborhood due to the new highway flyover construction, and these additional apartment plans and clearings are additionally upsetting, destructive and a betrayal of why we chose to move here in the first place. Thank you for your consideration in helping us preserve what is left. There is a serious collective grief for us. TOO MUCH IMPERVIOUS COVER FOR THE ECOLOGICALLY SENSITIVE EDWARDS AQUIFER CONTRIBUTING ZONE. with 65% impervious cover. This is area is a critical Edwards Aquifer contributing zone that currently allows only 25% impervious cover. This sensitive ecological area should NOT allow such dense development THIS PROPOSAL IS IN DIRECT CONTRADICTION TO THE OAK HILL COMBINED NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN. development scheme is in direct contradiction to the Our neighbors were clear when drafting the Oak Hill Combined Neighborhood Plan. FLUM (Future Land Use Map). Oak Hill Combined Neighborhood Plan and the The entire TOO ABRUPT A CHANGE FOR RURAL AND SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES. If this proposed plan passes, many of our neighbors will have a massive apartment complex TOO DENSE AND TOO HIGH. towering over their backyards. 88 88 of 99B-12 This proposed plan will allow for nearly 400 apartment units and 60 feet high on one of the tallest points in Oak Hill. The traffic and environmental impacts to our area will be significant. Beth Bellanti Tito's Handmade Vodka @bebellanti -----Original Message----- From: Dorothy Caldwell Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 4:28 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department, As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You! - Dorothy G Caldwell From: DIANNE SUGGS Sent: Sunday, January 9, 2022 9:14 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates.<BR>Thank You 89 89 of 99B-12 -----Original Message----- From: Diane Powers Sent: Saturday, January 15, 2022 11:23 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates.<BR>Thank You From: Desiree Coleman Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 6:07 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Desiree Coleman From: Dennis McGregory Sent: Monday, January 10, 2022 1:59 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object 90 90 of 99B-12 to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Denise Valliant Sent: Monday, January 17, 2022 8:18 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Denise Valliant 512-923-4587 From: Denise Tucker Sent: Monday, January 24, 2022 8:07 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. 91 91 of 99B-12Thank You, Denise Tucker From: Deborah Rich Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 12:34 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: David Gignac Sent: Friday, January 21, 2022 11:59 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: re: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** There are more apartment buildings than hills in Oak Hill. The current plan will remove the hills from sight and will be left without a landscape. Breaks my head and my heart. I will vote accordingly. From: Cynthia L. Miller Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 10:42 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of 92 92 of 99B-12 the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates.<BR>Thank You Cindy L. Miller 512.466.7721 From: Crystal Bomer Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 8:14 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You , Crystal Bomer From: Connie Justice Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 6:37 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area 93 93 of 99B-12 want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You- I’m a 23 year Scenic Brook home owner. Please stop the destruction. Connie Justice 8301 Farmington Ct 78836 From: Carli Rene Sent: Sunday, January 30, 2022 6:39 AM To: Clark2, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook <savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You sending so much light, carli rene www.inkedfingers.com 512.789.1206 From: Candi Diebel Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2022 5:45 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14- 85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable 94 94 of 99B-12 height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You From: Bess Long Sent: Sunday, January 23, 2022 3:42 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Re:Rezoning Case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23 (RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** As a resident of the Scenic Brook Neighborhood I oppose the rezoning of 7715 1/2 W. SH 71 and the development of another massive apartment complex in our neighborhood! -- Elizabeth (Bess) Long Instructional Materials Development Advisor Uzbekistan Education for Excellence Program, Based in Austin, Texas Phone, WhatsApp and Telegram: 512-922-1963 Skype: besslongtx56 From: Ashley Ahlgren Sent: Sunday, January 16, 2022 9:07 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You 95 95 of 99B-12 -----Original Message----- From: Anne Hawken Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 2:35 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Anne Hawken From: Amy Schippers Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2022 11:08 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning case C14-2021-0130 & RCA case C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** To the attention of Ms Clark and Ms Meredith: My name is Amy Schippers and I live at 6943 Chinook Dr., Austin, TX 78736. Please except this email as my objection to the rezoning of 7715 1/2 W. SH 71 development. Many Thanks! -Amy SCHIPPERS 5127867937 From: Amy Jackson Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 9:19 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; Alter, Alison <Alison.Alter@austintexas.gov>; Kitchen, Ann <Ann.Kitchen@austintexas.gov>; Casar, Gregorio <Gregorio.Casar@austintexas.gov>; Tovo, Kathie <Kathie.Tovo@austintexas.gov>; Pool, Leslie <Leslie.Pool@austintexas.gov>; Kelly, 96 96 of 99B-12 Mackenzie <Mackenzie.Kelly@austintexas.gov>; Harper-Madison, Natasha <Natasha.Madison@austintexas.gov>; Ellis, Paige <Paige.Ellis@austintexas.gov>; Renteria, Sabino <Sabino.Renteria@austintexas.gov>; Adler, Steve <Steve.Adler@austintexas.gov>; Fuentes, Vanessa <Vanessa.Fuentes@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85- 288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi all, We do not support the rezoning of this property. We do not want high rise apartments in our neighborhood. They are not an appropriate project for our rural snd single family neighbohood and will increase light pollution, bring more traffic and create more impervious cover and bring further harm to an ecologically sensitive zone. This area is quickly becoming inundated by construction and development which is causing a negative impact on the quality of life as well in this community. People are moving to Austin to have a good quality of life and live in a sustainable way. This is not a sustainable project and is not the “Austin” people are moving here for. Outside developers do not get the say so, the residents directly impacted by their huge and inappropriate projects get the say so. Please, support us by not allowing this rezoning to happen, Amy Jackson From: Allie Brotherman Sent: Sunday, January 9, 2022 10:13 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You 97 97 of 99B-12 - Allie Brotherman From: Alix Vargo Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 3:04 PM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning Case No. C14-2021-0130, RCA Case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** To Whom It May Concern, I want to go on record formally opposing the rezoning laws. We rent a home in Oak Hill, and the whole reason we moved to this neighborhood was because of the location relative to the city, and how quiet and beautiful it is with that. We like that there aren't many apartment complexes, and the wildlife component is great. The new proposed apartments will disrupt the wildlife further than it is already being disrupted - driving animals into the streets and people's yards, creating conflict with their pets and even potential dangers for them. For example, since the construction on 290 has started, Coral snakes have been showing up in my yard on a regular basis. The apartments should not be built on such a sensitive aquifer area. They will also majorly disrupt the flow of traffic, which we are already having a problem with, and they will ruin the appeal of the area for many homeowners. Cheers, Alix From: Alexis Peterson Sent: Friday, January 21, 2022 11:55 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You 98 98 of 99B-12 From: Alejandro Verduzco Sent: Friday, January 14, 2022 5:40 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You Alex Verduzco | 512-913-7062 -----Original Message----- From: Laura Klopfenstein Sent: Friday, February 18, 2022 11:02 AM To: Clark, Kate <Kate.Clark@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov>; savescenicbrook@ Subject: We oppose Rezoning case No. C14-2021-0130 and RCA case No. C14-85-288.23(RCA) Dear Ms. Clark, Ms. Meredith, and the Austin Housing and Planning Department: As a homeowner and resident in close proximity to the above referenced rezoning tract I would like to strongly object to the rezoning of 7715 ½ W. SH 71 to Multifamily. I think that it would be too abrupt an upgrade in density from the SF and RR which is directly adjacent to the tract attempting to be rezoned. The proposed 60 ft allowable height is far too tall, especially considering that most of the apartments would be on one of the tallest hills in the area. The amendment of the restrictive covenant would allow far too much impervious coverage in an environmentally sensitive Edwards Aquifer contributing zone. The Oak Hill combined plan and FLUM are clear on what the residents of the area want on that tract and allowing anything else would be a failure in the representation of Oak Hill Residents. Please add me on the notification list of any hearing, meetings and updates. Thank You, Laura Klopfenstein 7122 S. Brook Drive 99 99 of 99B-12