08 C14-2025-0043 - 608 Blanco; District 9 - Old West Austin Neighborhood Association Support Letter — original pdf

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Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Renae Alsobrook, Mark Ashby, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Paula Hern, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington, Erika Tatum, Meghan Yancy June 8, 2025 RE: Item 8 C14-2025-0043 - 608 Blanco Dear Chair Azhar and Members of the Planning Commission, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) is writing to express our support for the proposed rezoning of 608 Blanco Street from MF4-HD-NP to LR-MU-CO-HD-NP. We believe this rezoning, with its accompanying Conditional Overlay and Restrictive Covenant, represents a thoughtful and balanced approach to land use that supports the continued vitality of our neighborhood while respecting its character and historical context. The conditions proposed—particularly the prohibited uses outlined in the Conditional Overlay and the hours of operation and other provisions included in the Restrictive Covenant—reflect meaningful community input and help ensure that any future development remains compatible with surrounding residential and historic uses. We appreciate the efforts made by Riverside Resources to reach a compromise that promotes smart, contextual development. Provided that the Conditional Overlay and Restrictive Covenant are upheld and enforced as currently outlined, OWANA believes this project will bring long-term benefit to the area and contribute positively to the broader goals of the neighborhood plan. Thank you for your time and your continued service to the community. I respectfully urge you to support this rezoning request. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Steering Committee Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association 08 C14-2025-0043 - 608 Blanco; District 91 of 1