14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House1 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House2 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House Structural Assessment Report Prepared for: Eureka Holdings January 10, 2026 FEI Project Number: Site Address: Dear Eureka Holdings, 1710 907 E. 13th St. Austin, TX January 10, 2026 FEI Project No.: 1710 As per your request, a professional engineer from FEI Engineering, Ashkan Ghaeezadeh, P.E., conducted a site inspection at the specified address. The primary objective of the evaluation was to assess the structural integrity of the building and determine the extent of existing damage attributable to age-related deterioration and/or other contributing factors. The assessment was conducted in accordance with nationally recognized interdisciplinary scientific methodologies and engineering practices, consistent with ASTM International standards, including ASTM E2713-25 and applicable related standards. The inspection was carried out on January 07, 2026, and consisted of a visual assessment of accessible interior and exterior components. Observed conditions were documented through field notes and photographic evidence both of which are included within this report. Please don’t hesitate to contact us should have any questions regarding the inspection and this report. Foundation Engineering and Inspection, LLC Texas Certificate of Registration F-22625 A Principle Engineer , , .E. 2 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House3 of 29 Structural Assessment Report Prepared for: Eureka Holdings January 10, 2026 FEI Project No.: 1710 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) SITE DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION ................................................................ 4 2) DOCUMENT REVIEWED ............................................................................................................... 4 3) SITE OBSERVATION ..................................................................................................................... 4 4) DISCUSSION AND ENGINEERING EVALUATION ............................................................................. 5 5) CONCLUSION .............................................................................................................................. 7 APPENDIX A: PHOTOGRAPHS .......................................................................................................... 9 3 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House4 of 29 Structural Assessment Report Prepared for: Eureka Holdings 1) SITE DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION January 10, 2026 FEI Project No.: 1710 According to records obtained from https://travis.prodigycad.com, the subject property is a one-story, wood- framed residential doweling originally constructed in 1910. The structure has a primary north-facing elevation. The exterior envelope consists of wood siding. The roof system consists of metal panels, and the main structure is supported by a pier-and-beam foundation. The southern portion of the building appears to be an addition constructed on a pier-and-beam foundation at an undetermined date. For the purposes of this report, all directional references are provided from the perspective of an individual standing in front of the property along 13th Street, facing the front of the building. At the time of the inspection, I was the sole …
14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House22 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House23 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House24 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House25 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House26 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House27 of 29 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House28 of 29 Abigail Ventress Associate Attorney VBPena Law, PLLC 406 N. Lee Street, Suite 103 Round Rock, Texas 78664 Telephone: (512)642-8585 Email: www.VBPenaLaw.com CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail transmission (and/or the attachments accompanying it) may contain confidential information belonging to the sender which is protected by the attorney-client privilege. The information is intended only for the use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized interception of this transmission is illegal. If you have received this transmission in error, please promptly notify the sender by reply e-mail, and then destroy all copies of the transmission. CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House29 of 29
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Importance: Abigail Ventress LandUseLiaison Blayre Pena; Ben Dworin; Contreras, Kalan; Historic Preservation Office Re: 3/24/26 Planning Commission Meeting - Item 14 907 E 12th St - Request to Postpone Tuesday, March 24, 2026 1:54:42 PM Outlook-133alvrp Outlook-oqphs4pn.png 26-032426 Owner Request to Postpone.pdf High Some people who received this message don't often get email from important . Learn why this is External Email - Exercise Caution Good afternoon, Please see the attached Request to Postpone on behalf of the property owner. Additionally, please include this correspondence in the Commission's backup for review. Sincerely, Abigail Abigail Ventress Associate Attorney VBPena Law, PLLC 406 N. Lee Street, Suite 103 Round Rock, Texas 78664 Teleph Email: www.VBPenaLaw.com 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House; District 11 of 3 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail transmission (and/or the attachments accompanying it) may contain confidential information belonging to the sender which is protected by the attorney- client privilege. The information is intended only for the use of the intended recipient. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized interception of this transmission is illegal. If you have received this transmission in error, please promptly notify the sender by reply e-mail, and then destroy all copies of the transmission. CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House; District 12 of 3 Abigail Ventress Associate Attorney Direct: (512)770-9521 March 24, 2026 Via Email: LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF AUSTIN 301 W. 2nd St. Austin, Texas Re: Owner Request for Postponement – 907 E. 13th St. Dear Commissioners: I represent the owner of 907 E. 13th St., Bubble Bee LP, and I am writing on its behalf to respectfully request postponement of your public hearing and consideration of historic rezoning of its property located at 907 E. 13th St. (Agenda Item #14). The City circulated the agenda to applicants, property owners, and interested parties yesterday morning, and the representative for the owner that would like to attend and speak in opposition at the meeting tonight is out …
From: To: Subject: Date: Scott Menzies Contreras, Kalan Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association Letter of Support for 907 E.13th Wednesday, February 4, 2026 2:50:56 PM You don't often get email from Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution On behalf of the Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association (RHNA), I am writing to formally express our opposition to the proposed demolition of the historic structure located at 907 E. 13th Street, Austin, Texas 78702. At a duly noticed meeting of the Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association, the membership held a vote regarding the proposed demolition. The vote was unanimous in opposition. This decision reflects the strong and shared belief of our neighborhood that the structure at 907 E. 13th Street holds significant historical and cultural value and should be preserved. The building is a contributing element to the historic fabric of East Austin and Robertson Hill. Its age, architectural character, and connection to the area’s early development make it an important physical reminder of the neighborhood’s history. Demolishing this structure would result in an irreversible loss to the community and further erode the historic character of our neighborhood. At this time, there is no clear or concrete plan for redevelopment that would justify the permanent loss of this historic resource. Preservation, rehabilitation, or adaptive reuse should be fully explored as viable alternatives that respect both the site’s history and the surrounding community. The Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association respectfully urges the Planning Commission and all relevant decision-making bodies to deny the demolition request for 907 E. 13th Street and to support efforts that prioritize preservation of historic resources in East Austin. Thank you for your time and consideration of the neighborhood’s position on this matter. Sincerely, Scott Menzies President Robertson Hill Neighborhood Association CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House1 of 11 For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House2 of 11 Julius Nitschke House – Historic Landmark Packet Statement of Significance Under the City of Austin Historic Landmark criteria, the Julius Nitschke House is significant for its association with historically important persons, its representation of early residential development patterns, and its strong associative integrity. The property is associated with the …
March 23, 2026 RE: Nitschke-Versea-Goins House - 907 E 13th Street Dear Chair Woods, Vice Chair Hainey, and Members of the Austin Planning Commission, Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation. We write today to express our support for the designation of 907 E 13th Street, also known as the Nitschke-Versea-Goins House, as a City of Austin Landmark for its architecture and historic associations. Built between 1873 and 1884, the house at 913 E. 13th Street stands today as one of the oldest houses in the Swede Hill area. Its National Folk style speaks to its humble, working-class history. The Nitschke family, German cabinetmakers, built the home using construction techniques reminiscent of those in the nearby Swede Hill neighborhood. Anna Eliza Goins, a widow and mother of six children, purchased the home around 1924 and lived there until her passing in 1956. As a Black woman living in segregated Austin, she made a living working as a cook and a laundress, renting out rooms in her modest home to drivers, porters, cooks, and the like. The 2016 East Austin Historic Survey recommended this property for every possible designation, including as a City of Austin landmark. Its distinctive style and high integrity convey a sense of Austin history that is rare and quickly vanishing. The working-class people who lived here embody the stories of so many Austinites who, despite inequity and segregation, nurtured lives and communities of their own making. The Historic Landmark Commission fairly recommended that only the front two rooms, the oldest parts of the building, be zoned historic. This would leave more than half of the lot available for infill development, including through the Preservation Bonus created by City Council as part of the HOME ordinance. Preservation does not have to be a zero-sum game, and we believe that this property holds immense potential for both preservation and future development. Designating the Nitschke-Versea-Goins House affirms our values as a city–that these people are worth remembering, and these stories are worth preserving. Thank you for your consideration and your service to the City of Austin. Sincerely, Miriam Conner, President 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House; District 11 of 1
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: River Roaring LandUseLiaison; Contreras, Kalan McKnight, Kim RE: March 24, 2026, Planning Commission Agenda and Speaker Registration Link Tuesday, March 24, 2026 1:03:14 PM image001.png image1774375319821 External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Planning Commission, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Item 14, 907 East 13th Street, for this evening. I am the next door neighbor to 907, and I am also the previous owner of 907. I plan to testify in person if possible. I have attached and linked several important documents: Around 2019, I sold 907 East 13th Street to Eureka, although they used a holding company name. See attached first page of our contract that closed - it is Eureka. When I sold them the home, I gave them the original hand written deed and requested that they preserve the front two rooms which were built in the 1880s. See attached hand written original deed. When I sold 907 to Eureka, the front two rooms were in magnificent condition. See the 9 photos of the front two rooms at the time I sold it to them in this folder. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/nnllt4st42ncp7s6btnq0/AD4SY5-hONjq6z7mWVHAm1g? rlkey=fpb8q8j99n5m8ie4ujydm53mt&dl=0 Before I sold 907 to Eureka, I hired architect Jamie Chioco to draw up plans for an addition to the property. Jamie Chioco drew up plans, and we had the plans approved by the city and I changed my mind just as we were about to break ground. ... So the plans approved by the city demonstrate that someone can build to maximum envelope on the 907 land AND AT THE SAME TIME, ONLY THE FRONT TWO HISTORIC ROOMS ARE VISIBLE FROM THE FRONT due to the slope of the ground and street level. I looked for the front rendering, and realized that he never rendered the front view because I was going to preserve the front two historic rooms - so there is literally NO CHANGE to the front view even with maximum build behind it. See the attached floor plans that Jamie drew up that show what I mean. Unique Architectural Design 907 is in the Swede Hill Neighborhood Association. My good friend is Finnish and spent summers in Sweden. She said that 907 East 13th reminded her of the typical Swedish home up on a hill that she grew up around in Sweden. No other home in the Swede Hill N.A. has these uniquely Swedish stylings …
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: River Roaring LandUseLiaison; Contreras, Kalan McKnight, Kim RE: March 24, 2026, Planning Commission Agenda and Speaker Registration Link Tuesday, March 24, 2026 1:03:14 PM image001.png image1774375319821 External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Planning Commission, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Item 14, 907 East 13th Street, for this evening. I am the next door neighbor to 907, and I am also the previous owner of 907. I plan to testify in person if possible. I have attached and linked several important documents: Around 2019, I sold 907 East 13th Street to Eureka, although they used a holding company name. See attached first page of our contract that closed - it is Eureka. When I sold them the home, I gave them the original hand written deed and requested that they preserve the front two rooms which were built in the 1880s. See attached hand written original deed. When I sold 907 to Eureka, the front two rooms were in magnificent condition. See the 9 photos of the front two rooms at the time I sold it to them in this folder. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/nnllt4st42ncp7s6btnq0/AD4SY5-hONjq6z7mWVHAm1g? rlkey=fpb8q8j99n5m8ie4ujydm53mt&dl=0 Before I sold 907 to Eureka, I hired architect Jamie Chioco to draw up plans for an addition to the property. Jamie Chioco drew up plans, and we had the plans approved by the city and I changed my mind just as we were about to break ground. ... So the plans approved by the city demonstrate that someone can build to maximum envelope on the 907 land AND AT THE SAME TIME, ONLY THE FRONT TWO HISTORIC ROOMS ARE VISIBLE FROM THE FRONT due to the slope of the ground and street level. I looked for the front rendering, and realized that he never rendered the front view because I was going to preserve the front two historic rooms - so there is literally NO CHANGE to the front view even with maximum build behind it. See the attached floor plans that Jamie drew up that show what I mean. Unique Architectural Design 907 is in the Swede Hill Neighborhood Association. My good friend is Finnish and spent summers in Sweden. She said that 907 East 13th reminded her of the typical Swedish home up on a hill that she grew up around in Sweden. No other home in the Swede Hill N.A. has these uniquely Swedish stylings …
Letter of Support: Historic Zoning for 907 East 13th Street (C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House) Date: March 20, 2026 To: City of Austin Planning Commission From: Swede Hill Neighborhood Association Subject: Support for Historic Zoning Case – 907 East 13th Street Dear Commissioners, On March 4, 2026, the Swede Hill Neighborhood Association met and voted officially to support the application for Historic Zoning for 907 East 13th Street. As one of Austin’s earliest residential neighborhoods, Swede Hill has endured years of threat from rapid demolition, and we believe this property is a vital piece of the fabric that remains. Our support is based on the following critical points: ● Preservation of Heritage: 907 East 13th Street is one of the oldest homes in the area. It stands as a physical tie to the immigrant roots that gave our neighborhood its name and unique identity and a tie to the black families that owned the home subsequently. ● A Reasonable Compromise: The zoning request is specifically targeted toward the original front two rooms of the house. This is a balanced approach that preserves the historic streetscape while leaving a significant portion of the lot available for modern development. ● Preventing "Demolition Scars": We have observed a pattern of behavior from the current landowner, who has purchased scores of properties only to leave them as empty, scraped lots. These demolitions leave scars on our blocks that remain vacant for years, providing no housing for new families and offering zero respect for the history of East Austin. ● Erosion of Character: Many historic homes in Swede Hill have already faced the business end of a bulldozer. We cannot continue to scrap our history and expect to retain the character of this community. While we often collaborate with landowners to find a middle ground, this owner has shown no interest in preserving our neighborhood's history, making this historic designation necessary. Enough is enough. We need the Planning Commission to help us protect the few remaining landmarks of our past before the fabric of Swede Hill is eroded beyond repair. We urge you to approve the Historic Zoning for 907 East 13th Street to ensure this home remains a part of Austin’s story. Respectfully, The Swede Hill Neighborhood Association 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House; District 11 of 1
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PR-2025-138065; GF-2025-144692 HLC DATE: December 3, 2025; January 7, 2026; February 4, 2026 PC DATE: March 24, 2026 CC Date: APPLICANT: Historic Landmark Commission (owner-opposed; see backup for owner submitted materials). The HLC initiated historic zoning in response to receipt of a demolition permit application per the procedures outlined in Land Development Code § 25-11-213 - Building, Demolition, and Relocation Permits and Certificates of Appropriateness Relating to Certain Buildings, Structures or Sites and § 25-11-214 - Pendency of Designation. HISTORIC NAME: Goins-Versea-Nitschke House WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 907 East 13th Street ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: District 1; Central East Austin: Subdistrict 1 NPA. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Recommend historic zoning for the front part of the lot containing the original portions of the house (including only the front two rooms and side lean-to structure retaining historic-age siding and fenestration). Limited historic zoning is recommended to facilitate any future removal of non-original additions and/or new construction behind the existing building (see figure). QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: December 3, 2025 – postpone the public hearing on an owner-submitted demolition permit application to January 7, 2026 (10-0). January 7, 2026 – Initiate historic zoning (11-0). February 4, 2026 – Recommend historic zoning (11-0). PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Kalan Contreras, 512-974-2727 / kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Del Valle Community Coalition, East Austin Conservancy, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Organization of Central East Austin Neighborhoods, Overton Family Committee, Preservation Austin, Residents of E 12th St, Swede Hill Neighborhood Association, Waterloo Greenway DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2016 East Austin survey lists the property as eligible for local landmark listing, individual listing on the National Register of Historic Places, contributing to a potential local historic district (Swedish Hill and Extension Historic District), and contributing to a potential National Register district (Extension to 1986 Swedish Hill National Register Historic District). 14 C14H-2026-0013 - Nitschke-Versea-Goins House1 of 24 BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work …
Barton-Holmes, Christine From: Sent: To: Subject: Miriam Conner <miriam@creativepolicy.com> Thursday, March 19, 2026 2:05 PM Barton-Holmes, Christine RE: OPPOSITION TO SITE PLAN EXTENSION — SP-2019-0253C(XT2) | Springdale Farm, 755 Springdale Road | PSW-Springdale LLC / StoryBuilt You don't often get email from miriam@creativepolicy.com. Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Chair and Members of the Planning Commission: I am writing in strong opposition to the requested three-year extension of Site Plan SP-2019- 0253C for the property at 755 Springdale Road in the Govalle/Johnston Terrace Neighborhood Plan area, the former site of Springdale Farm, submitted by PSW-Springdale LLC (StoryBuilt), represented by Michael Whellan of Armbrust & Brown, PLLC. Granting this extension would reward a developer that has demonstrated a fundamental inability to steward the land it acquired, honor the commitments it made to this community, or operate with the financial integrity required of anyone entrusted with development rights on a site as environmentally sensitive as this one. The Commission should deny this extension and require a full re-evaluation of any future development plans for the site. I. A BELOVED COMMUNITY INSTITUTION WAS LOST AND THE PROMISES MADE IN ITS PLACE WERE BROKEN Springdale Farm, established in 2009 by Paula and Glenn Foore, was far more than a commercial venture. It was a living piece of East Austin's cultural and ecological identity, an urban farm growing over 75 varieties of vegetables, home to a beloved community farm stand, and the site of Eden East, a farm-to-table restaurant that drew people together around locally grown food. The farm closed in 2018 when the Foores sold the property to PSW Real Estate, now operating as StoryBuilt. In the wake of that sale, PSW/StoryBuilt engaged the Govalle neighborhood with promises of a sensitively designed mixed-use development that would preserve the character of the site, including heritage trees, open space, and a continuation of the farm and farm stand. They held multiple community meetings specifically to gather input on what the farm had meant to the community. They promised to honor it. What the neighborhood received instead was the demolition of the historic farmstand structure that had been central to the site's community life, and ultimately, two large holes in the ground. As of 2026, city planning documents for this very site describe the current condition as "two very large holes in the ground (mothballed previous development effort)." The promises were not …
PLANNING COMMISSION SITE PLAN EXTENSION REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: SP-2019-0253C(XT2) PC HEARING DATE: March 24, 2026 PROJECT NAME: Springdale Farm ADDRESS OF SITE: 755 Springdale Rd COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3 NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING AREA: Govalle WATERSHED: Boggy Creek JURISDICTION: Full-Purpose APPLICANT/ OWNER: AGENT: Michael Whellan Armbrust & Brown, PLLC Austin, TX Maximiliano Martinez Milian Consulting LLC Austin, TX (512) 435-2300 (956) 251-5146 CASE MANAGER: Christine Barton-Holmes, CAPM, CNUa, LEED AP (512) 974-2788 christine.barton-holmes@austintexas.gov PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is requesting a three-year extension to a previously approved site plan. The site plan was originally approved on February 23, 2022, with an expiration date of February 23, 2025. A subsequent administrative extension brought the expiration date to December 10, 2026. The site plan was approved to construct 57,560 square feet of commercial and restaurant space and 88 residential units, with associated improvements. Delays in construction were caused by the Covid environment in the early 2020s, affecting financing and market conditions. Partial construction has been completed, including excavation for a subgrade parking garage, which currently presents a hazard and which will be mitigated as construction begins again. SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval to extend this site plan permit by three years, from December 10, 2026 to December 10, 2029, based on the case meeting criteria from LDC Section 25-5-62(C)(1)(a). 25-5-63(C) Extension of released site plan by the Land Use Commission: “the Land Use Commission may extend the expiration date of a released site plan beyond the date established by this chapter if the Land Use Commission determines that the request complies with the requirements for extension by the director under 25-5-62 (Extension of Released Site Plan by Director).” 25-5-62(C) The director may extend the expiration date of a released administrative site plan one time for a period of one year if the director determines that there is good cause for the requested extension; and (1) the director determines that: a) the site plan substantially complies with the requirements that apply to a new application for site plan approval; b) the applicant filed the original application for site plan approval with the good faith expectation that the site plan would be constructed; 15 SP-2019-0253C(XT2) - Springdale Farm1 of 24 c) the applicant constructed at least one structure shown on the original site plan that is suitable for permanent occupancy; or d) the applicant has constructed a significant portion of the infrastructure required for development of …
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1 2 4 5 6 Sr. No. Proposed by Topic Proposed Amendment Justification Notes WG Vote Tally Ahmed Training Ahmed Staff Report Enhancement Optional Planning Commission 101 training for PC members, possibly through Texas Municipal League or APA Texas Chapter. Allocate resources to the Planning Department in order to work with Planning Commissioners to enhance the digestibility and usefulness of the staff reports associated with rezoning or NPA cases. Allow for new and existing commissioners to gain valuable knowledge about planning processes, state law, and best practices to inform discussions and improve efficiency. This allows for clarity and ease of understanding for community members (and Planning Commissioners) when reviewing the backup materials, which are often the authoritative source for rezoning and NPA cases. One example is to add a chart showing key effective entitlements such as the maximum height, maximum impervious cover, and maximum setbacks, broken out by applicant request, staff recommendation (if different), and the current existing entitlements. Another example would be to add the contact information (pulled from the community registry) of neighborhood associations and NPCTs in the area. Ahmed Focus Group for Code Amendments Ahmed Community Liason for Zoning Cases Breton Ordinance Creation Allocate resources to the Planning Department to create and support an ongoing focus group of experts in financing, construction, building developers, and other relevant land use backgrounds, to solicit feedback for proposed code amendments. Create a staff position of "Community Liason", which would serve as a resource for impacted neighbors, neighborhood organizations, and businesses that contact the City through the zoning process. This individual would help explain the impacts of zoning changes, guide community members through the options to support or contest cases, and suppport communications with applicants. They would also proactively reach out to NPCTs as a part of the NPA process. Create a Ordinance and Policy Support Office not under the City Manager to lead the process of crafting new ordinances or policies - or changes to existing ones - as directed by City Council. This ongoing focus group would offset the cost of consultants that Planning staff employ to help develop recommendations for code amendments, and creates a clear channel for Austin's community of land use professionals to engage with City-led land use reforms. It would also help ensure that the Planning staff's code amendment recommendations result in developers actually initating the types projects intended by the amendments. Planning Commissioners often …
RECOMMENDATION TO COUNCIL Planning Commission Recommendation Number: 20260324-017: FY26-27 Planning Commission Budget Recommendation Date of Approval: March 24, 2026 Recommendation: Allocate city funds for FY26-27 to several initiatives designed improve the efficacy of Austin’s Planning Commission. Description of Recommendation to Council: List of initiatives we are requesting funding for: 1. Optional Planning Commission 101 training for PC members, possibly through Texas Municipal League or APA Texas Chapter. 2. Allocate resources to the Planning Department in order to work with Planning Commissioners to enhance the digestibility and usefulness of the staff reports associated with rezoning or NPA cases. 3. Allocate resources to the Planning Department to create and support an ongoing focus group of experts in financing, construction, building developers, and other relevant land use backgrounds, to solicit feedback for proposed code amendments. 4. Create a staff position of "Community Liason", which would serve as a resource for impacted neighbors, neighborhood organizations, and businesses that contact the City through the zoning process. This individual would help explain the impacts of zoning changes, guide community members through the options to support or contest cases, and support communications with applicants. They would also proactively reach out to NPCTs as a part of the NPA process. 5. Create an Ordinance and Policy Support Office not under the City Manager to lead the process of crafting new ordinances or policies - or changes to existing ones - as directed by City Council. Rationale: Rationale for initiatives 1-5, respectively: 1. Allow for new and existing commissioners to gain valuable knowledge about planning processes, state law, and best practices to inform discussions and improve efficiency. 2. This allows for clarity and ease of understanding for community members (and Planning Commissioners) when reviewing the backup materials, which are often the authoritative source for rezoning and NPA cases. One example is to add a chart showing key effective entitlements such as the maximum height, maximum impervious cover, and maximum setbacks, broken out by applicant request, staff recommendation (if different), and the current existing entitlements. Another example would be to add the contact information (pulled from the community registry) of neighborhood associations and NPCTs in the area. 3. This ongoing focus group would offset the cost of consultants that Planning staff employ to help develop recommendations for code amendments, and creates a clear channel for Austin's community of land use professionals to engage with City-led land use reforms. It would …
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, March 24, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026 The Planning Commission convened in a regular on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Woods called the Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Alice Woods Felicity Maxwell Imad Ahmed Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Brian Bedrosian Chris Gannon Joshua Hiller Adam Powell Danielle Skidmore Anna Lan Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Casey Haney Peter Breton Ex-Officio Members in Attendance: Jessica Cohen Ex-Officio Members Absent: TC Broadnax Candace Hunter Richard Mendoza 1 Vacancy on the Dais 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, March 24, 2026 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of Tuesday, March 10, 2026, were approved on the consent agenda on Parliamentarian Ahmed’s motion, Secretary Maxwell’s second, on a 12-0 vote. 1 vacancy on the dais. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2023-0014.04 - 4302 Nuckols Crossing; District 2 Location: 4302, 4304 ½, & 4316 Nuckols Crossing Road, Williamson Creek Watershed; Southeast Combined (Franklin Park) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Katherine Barnidge Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: LOC Consultants Civil Division (Sergio Lozano-Sanchez, P.E.) Single Family to Multifamily Residential land use Pending Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve the Neighborhood’s postponement request to May 12, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Parliamentarian Ahmed’s motion, Secretary Maxwell’s second, on a 12-0 vote. 1 vacancy on the dais. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0065 - 4302 Nuckols Crossing; District 2 4302, 4304 ½, & 4316 Nuckols Crossing Road, Williamson Creek Watershed; Southeast Combined (Franklin Park) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Katherine Barnidge Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: LOC Consultants Civil Division (Sergio Lozano-Sanchez, P.E.) SF-2-CO-NP to MF-3-NP Pending Nancy Estrada, 512-974-7617, nancy.estrada@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve the Neighborhood’s postponement request to May 12, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Parliamentarian Ahmed’s motion, Secretary Maxwell’s second, on a 12-0 vote. 1 vacancy on the dais. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, March 24, 2026 4. Plan Amendment: NPA-2025-0030.01 - Ben White; District 5 Location: 2217 West Ben White Boulevard Service Road Eastbound, Williamson Creek Watershed; South Austin Combined (Westgate) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: RPS Family Enterprises, LP (Robert P. Stern) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026, AT 6 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ROOM 1001 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Planning Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than 2 p.m. on the day of the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. If you have questions regarding speaker registration, please contact Ella Garcia, Staff Liaison, at LandUseLiaison@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0821. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Alice Woods, Chair (District 2) Casey Haney, Vice Chair (Mayor’s Representative) Felicity Maxwell, Secretary (District 5) Imad Ahmed, Parliamentarian (District 6) Anna Lan (Mayor’s Representative) Vacant (Mayor’s Representative) Chris Gannon (District 1) EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS: Nadia Barrera-Ramirez (District 3) Brian Bedrosian (District 4) Adam Powell (District 7) Peter Breton (District 8) Danielle Skidmore (District 9) Joshua Hiller (District 10) Jessica Cohen, Chair of Board of Adjustment TC Broadnax, City Manager EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) Candace Hunter, A.I.S.D. Board of Trustees Richard Mendoza, Director of Transportation and Public Works The Planning Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, according to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on the agenda. The Commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071. Staff Liaison: Ella Garcia, 512-978-0821 Attorney: Jenna Schwartz, 512-978-0871 Page 1 of 9 AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first four speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, and Tuesday, February 10, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2025-0031.01 - 8701 N Mopac Multifamily; District 10 8701 North Mopac Expressway Service Road NB, Shoal Creek Watershed; North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Planning Area Location: Owner/Applicant: Mopac Atrium Investments, LLC, a Texas limited liability company …
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 24, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026 The Planning Commission convened in a regular on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Woods called the Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Alice Woods Casey Haney Brian Bedrosian Chris Gannon Joshua Hiller Felicity Maxwell Danielle Skidmore Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Imad Ahmed Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Peter Breton Anna Lan Adam Powell Commissioners Absent: None Ex-Officio Members in Absent: TC Broadnax Jessica Cohen Candace Hunter Richard Mendoza 1 Vacancy on the Dais 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 24, 2026 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The motion to postpone the meeting minutes of Tuesday, January 27, 2026, to March 10, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Bedrosian’s second, on a 12-0 vote. 1 vacancy on the dais. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2025-0030.01 - Ben White; District 5 Location: 2217 W Ben White Service Road EB, Williamson Creek Watershed; South Austin Combined (Westgate) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: RPS Family Enterprises, LP Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Keepers Land Planning (Ricca Keepers) Neighborhood Node to Mixed-Use Activity HUB/Corridor Staff postponement request to March 24, 2026 Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to March 24, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Bedrosian’s second, on a 12-0 vote. 1 vacancy on the dais. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2025-0126 - North Burnet/Gateway RSMU Rezoning; District 7 Area bounded by Braker Lane; Burnet Road; MoPac Expressway; Stonelake Boulevard, Shoal Creek; Little Walnut Creek; Walnut Creek; North Burnet/Gateway Owner/Applicant: University of Texas System Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Austin Planning P, MI, IP-NP, NBG-CMU-NP to NBG-RSMU-NP Recommended Jorge E. Rousslein, 512-974-2975, jorge.rousselin@austintexas.gov Austin Planning The motion to approve Staff’s recommendation of NBG-RSMU-NP for C14-2025-0126 - North Burnet/Gateway RSMU Rezoning; District 7, located at an area bounded by Braker Lane; Burnet Road; MoPac Expressway; Stonelake Boulevard, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Bedrosian’s second, on a 12-0 vote. 1 vacancy on the dais. 2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, February 24, 2026 4. Rezoning: Location: C14-2024-0147 - 1405 East …
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 27, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026 The Planning Commission convened in a regular on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Chair Woods called the Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Alice Woods Imad Ahmed Brian Bedrosian Chris Gannon Felicity Maxwell Adam Powell Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Peter Breton Joshua Hiller Anna Lan Danielle Skidmore Commissioners Absent: Casey Haney Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Ex-Officio Members in Absent: TC Broadnax Jessica Cohen Candace Hunter Richard Mendoza 1 Vacancy on the Dais 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 27, 2026 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Philip Wiley – Mobility Oriented Development APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of Tuesday, January 13, 2026, were approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Powell’s second, on a 10-0 vote. Vice Chair Haney and Commissioner Barrera-Ramirez were absent. 1 vacancy on the dais. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; Location: District 4 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street, Waller Creek Watershed; Brentwood/Highland Combined (Highland) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Purple Square One Limited Liability (Lan Chen) Agent: Request: Bowman (Jerome Perales, P.E.) High Density Single Family and Multifamily Residential to Mixed Use land use Staff postponement request to February 10, 2026 Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Austin Planning Staff Rec.: Staff: The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to February 10, 2026, was approved on the consent agenda on Secretary Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Powell’s second, on a 10-0 vote. Vice Chair Haney and Commissioner Barrera-Ramirez were absent. 1 vacancy on the dais. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2024-0036 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 4 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street, Waller Creek Watershed; Brentwood/Highland Combined (Highland) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Purple Square One Limited Liability (Lan Chen) Agent: Request: Bowman (Jerome Perales, P.E.) MF-1-CO-ETOD-DBETOD-NP (Subdistrict 2), SF-6-NP and MF-2-ETOD- DBETOD-NP (Subdistrict 2) to GR-ETOD-DBETOD-NP (Subdistrict 1), increasing the maximum building height from 90 feet to 120 feet through participation in a density bonus program. Staff postponement request to February 10, 2026 Jonathan Tomko, 512-974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov Austin Planning Staff Rec.: Staff: The motion to approve Staff’s postponement request to February 10, 2026, was approved on the consent …
City of Austin Austin Planning 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767 -1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ h ttps:/ / w w w.au st in tex a s .g ov / d epa r tm e n t/ plan n in g - de part men t MEMORANDUM TO: Chair & Planning Commission Members FROM: Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Austin Planning DATE: March 3, 2026 RE: NPA-2025-0031.01_ 8701 N Mopac Expy SVRD NB North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Planning Area Staff requests a postponement of the above-referenced case from the March 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing to the March 24, 2026 hearing date to allow staff additional time to review the application. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachments: Plan Amendment Map The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request. 02 NPA-2025-0031.01 - 8701 N Mopac Multifamily; District 101 of 2 The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request. 02 NPA-2025-0031.01 - 8701 N Mopac Multifamily; District 102 of 2
MEMORANDUM To: From: Alice Woods, Chair Planning Commission Members Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Austin Planning Date: March 3, 2026 Subject: C14-2025-0088 - 8701 N Mopac Multifamily - Postponement Request The purpose of this memorandum is for the staff to request a postponement of the above referenced rezoning case from the from March 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing to the March 24, 2026 Planning Commission hearing. The postponement will allow time for the staff to continue our review of this rezoning application. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sherri Sirwaitis, Austin Planning, at sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov or 512-974-3057. 03 C14-2025-0088 - 8701 N Mopac Multifamily; District 101 of 2 Date: Subject: Month Date, Year Sample Subject Page 2 of 2 03 C14-2025-0088 - 8701 N Mopac Multifamily; District 102 of 2
NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET NEIGHORHOOD PLAN: North Lamar Combined CASE#: NPA-2025-0026.02 DATE FILED: October 1, 2025 PROJECT NAME: Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales PC DATE: March 10, 2026 ADDRESS/ES: 10600, 10602, 10604, 10606, 10608 Middle Fiskville Rd DISTRICT AREA: 4 SITE AREA: 1.4617 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Penize, LLC and Toniette Navarrette AGENT: Husch Blackwell (Nikelle Meade) CASE MANAGER: Maureen Meredith PHONE: (512) 974-2695 STAFF EMAIL: Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov TYPE OF AMENDMENT: Change in Future Land Use Designation From: Neighborhood Commercial To: Commercial Base District Zoning Change Related Zoning Case: From: LR-NP and SF-3-NP To: CS-NP NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN ADOPTION DATE: June 24, 2010 CITY COUNCIL DATE: TBD ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: March 10, 2026 - 04 NPA-2025-0026.02 - Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales; District 41 of 25 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports the Applicant’s request for Commercial land use. BASIS FOR STAFF’S RECOMMENDATION: Staff supports the applicant’s request for Commercial land use because there is commercial land use to the south and Mixed Use land use to the north of the subject tract. The property is located near N IH 35 where commercial land use is appropriate. The North Lamar Combined Neighborhood Plan supports commercial uses along IH-35. The neighborhood plan notes that Neighborhood Commercial land use was designated for these properties because they are adjacent to single family land uses. Please see the zoning case report C14-2025-0099 for the list of conditional and prohibited uses Staff recommends in the CS- General Commercial Services district to address this concern. 04 NPA-2025-0026.02 - Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales; District 42 of 25 04 NPA-2025-0026.02 - Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales; District 43 of 25 LAND USE DESCRIPTIONS: EXISTING LAND USE: Neighborhood Commercial - Lots or parcels containing small‐scale retail or offices, professional services, convenience retail, and shopfront retail that serve a market at a neighborhood scale. Purpose 1. Accommodate low‐intensity commercial services that serve surrounding neighborhoods; and 2. Encourage small‐scale retail within walking distance from residential areas. Application 1. Appropriate for areas such as minor arterials and collectors, small parcels along major arterials that abut single‐ family residential development, and areas in environmentally sensitive zones where high intensity commercial uses are discouraged; and 2. May be used to encourage high intensity commercial to transition to residential uses. PROPOSED LAND USE: Commercial -Lots or parcels containing retail sales, services, hotel/motels and all recreational services that are predominantly privately owned and operated for profit (for example, theaters and bowling alleys). Included …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0099 – Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales DISTRICT: 4 ADDRESS: 10602, 10604, 10606 and 10608 Middle Fiskville Road ZONING FROM: SF-3-NP, LR-NP TO: CS-NP SITE AREA: 1.1528 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Penize, LLC (Kanton Labaj) AGENT: Husch Blackwell, LP (Nikelle Meade) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends CS-CO-NP, General Commercial-Conditional Overlay- Neighborhood Plan Combining District, zoning. The conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the property: Adult Oriented Businesses, Agricultural Sales and Services, Alternative Financial Services, Bail Bond Services, Building Maintenance Services, Campground, Construction Sales and Services, Drop-off Recycling Collection Facility, Equipment Repair Services, Exterminating Services, Funeral Services, Kennels, Limited Warehousing and Distribution, Maintenance and Service Facilities, Monument Retail Sales, Outdoor Entertainment, Outdoor Sports and Recreation, Pawn Shop Services, Research Services, Residential Treatment, Transportation Terminal, Vehicle Storage 05 C14-2025-0099 - Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales; District 41 of 17 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 10, 2026 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 05 C14-2025-0099 - Middle Fiskville Automotive Sales; District 42 of 17 ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property in question is a 1.15 acre area that consists of four lots fronting Middle Fiskville Road. The property is currently developed with an automotive sales use (Third Coast Auto Group). The lots to the north are zoned CS-MU-CO-NP and are undeveloped. To the south, there is a vacant retail sales building (formerly Couch Potatoes Furniture Store) and an office/warehouse structure (Einstein Moving Co.) that are zoned CS-NP and CS-CO- NP respectively. The lots to the east along Brownie Drive contain single-family residences zoned SF-3-NP. The applicant is requesting to rezone the site under consideration to CS-NP to bring the existing automotive sales use into conformance with land use regulations in the Code. In 2010, the North Lamar Combined Neighborhood Plan was devised for this area of the City. The neighborhood plan recommended Single-Family fronting Brownie Drive and Neighborhood Commercial fronting Middle Fiskville Road on the future land use map for this property (please see North Lamar Combined NP FLUM – Exhibit D). On June 24, 2010, the City Council approved the North Lamar Combined Neighborhood Plan along with accompanying rezoning for these tracts of land through case C14-2010-0048/ Ordinance No. 20100624-111. There is an associated neighborhood plan amendment case that is in process for this property: NPA-2025-0026.02. The staff recommends CS-CO-NP, General Commercial-Conditional Overlay-Neighborhood Plan Combining District, zoning for this property. The property …
City of Austin Austin Planning 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767-1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ h ttp s:/ / w w w.au st in tex a s .g ov / d epa r tm e n t/ plan n in g - de part men t MEMORANDUM TO: Chair & Planning Commission Members FROM: Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Jonathan Tomko, Principal Planner, Current Planning Division Austin Planning DATE: March 3, 2026 RE: NPA-2024-0018.01 and C14-2024-0036 7003, 7005, & 7007 Guadalupe Street Brentwood-Highland Combined Planning Area The Applicant requests a postponement of the above-referenced cases from the March 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing to the April 28, 2026 hearing date. Please see attached email from Julia Perales-Leisk. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachments: Julia Perales-Leisk’s email Plan Amendment Map Zoning Map 06 NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 41 of 4 From: Julia Perales-Leisk < > Sent: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 11:51 AM To: Tomko, Jonathan <Jonathan.Tomko@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: Jerry Perales < >; angela.piskyline@ Subject: RE: Staff Recommendation (C14-2024-0036) 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe St. Rezone Hello Jonathan and Maureen, We would like to request the postponement of our 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe St. Rezone & NPA project from the 3/10 Planning Commission meeting to the 4/28 meeting. We appreciate your help with this. Thank you. JULIA PERALES-LEISK Planning & Development Manager | BOWMAN | bowman.com 06 NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 42 of 4 06 NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 43 of 4 06 NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 44 of 4
City of Austin Austin Planning 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767-1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ h ttp s:/ / w w w.au st in tex a s .g ov / d epa r tm e n t/ plan n in g - de part men t MEMORANDUM TO: Chair & Planning Commission Members FROM: Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Jonathan Tomko, Principal Planner, Current Planning Division Austin Planning DATE: March 3, 2026 RE: NPA-2024-0018.01 and C14-2024-0036 7003, 7005, & 7007 Guadalupe Street Brentwood-Highland Combined Planning Area The Applicant requests a postponement of the above-referenced cases from the March 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing to the April 28, 2026 hearing date. Please see attached email from Julia Perales-Leisk. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachments: Julia Perales-Leisk’s email Plan Amendment Map Zoning Map 07 C14-2024-0036 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 41 of 4 From: Julia Perales-Leisk < > Sent: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 11:51 AM To: Tomko, Jonathan <Jonathan.Tomko@austintexas.gov>; Meredith, Maureen <Maureen.Meredith@austintexas.gov> Cc: Jerry Perales < >; angela.piskyline@ Subject: RE: Staff Recommendation (C14-2024-0036) 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe St. Rezone Hello Jonathan and Maureen, We would like to request the postponement of our 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe St. Rezone & NPA project from the 3/10 Planning Commission meeting to the 4/28 meeting. We appreciate your help with this. Thank you. JULIA PERALES-LEISK Planning & Development Manager | BOWMAN | bowman.com 07 C14-2024-0036 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 42 of 4 07 C14-2024-0036 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 43 of 4 07 C14-2024-0036 - 7003, 7005, 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone; District 44 of 4
City of Austin Austin Planning 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767-1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ h ttp s:/ / w w w.au st in tex a s .g ov / d epa r tm e n t/ plan n in g - de part men t MEMORANDUM TO: Chair & Planning Commission Members FROM: Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Austin Planning DATE: March 3, 2026 RE: NPA-2025-0020.04 (Congress Views) 6111, 6113, and 6119 South Congress Ave South Congress Combined Planning Area Staff requests a postponement of the above-referenced case from the March 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing to the April 14, 2026 hearing date to allow staff additional time to review the application. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachment: Plan Amendment Map 08 NPA-2025-0020.04 - Congress Views; District 21 of 2 08 NPA-2025-0020.04 - Congress Views; District 22 of 2
09 C14-2025-0051 - Woodward Mixed Use Flats; District 31 of 2 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at " ". 09 C14-2025-0051 - Woodward Mixed Use Flats; District 32 of 2
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2025-0109 - West Lynn Church Site DISTRICT: 9 ADDRESS: 1308 West Lynn Street and 1611 West 14th Street ZONING FROM: MF-3-NP ZONING TO: Tract 1 – CS-MU-CO-NP Tract 2 – LR-MU-CO-NP SITE AREA: 0.59 acres (25, 536 sq. ft.) Tract 1 – 0.262 acres Tract 2 – 0.324 acres PROPERTY OWNER: St Luke United Methodist Church AGENT: Graham Brown Consulting LLC (Graham Brown) CASE MANAGER: Cynthia Hadri 512-974-7620, Cynthia.hadri@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommendation is to grant general commercial services - mixed use - conditional overlay - neighborhood plan (CS-MU-CO-NP) combined district zoning for Tract 1 and neighborhood commercial - mixed use - conditional overlay - neighborhood plan (LR-MU- CO-NP) combined district zoning for Tract 2. The conditional overlay will: 1) limit development of the property to LR development standards for Tract 1, except for the 500 square foot outdoor seating area limitation under Section 25-2-587(D)(3) of the City Land Development Code. 2) prohibit the following uses for Tract 1: Prohibited Commercial Uses: • Adult-Oriented Business • Agricultural Sales and Services • Alternative Financial Services • Automotive Rentals • Automotive Repair • Automotive Sales • Automotive Washing (of any type) • Bail Bond Services • Building Maintenance Services • Business or Trade School • Business Support Services • Campground • Commercial Blood Plasma Center • Commercial Off Street Parking • Consumer Convenience Services • Consumer Repair Services • Construction Sales and Services • Convenience Storage • Drive Through Services • Electronic Prototype Assembly • Electronic Testing • Equipment Repair Services • Equipment Sales • Exterminating Services • Funeral Services • Hotel/Motel • • Kennels Indoor Sports & Recreation 10 C14-2025-0109 - West Lynn Church Site; District 91 of 17 • Plant Nursery • Printing and Publishing • Research Services • Service Station • Software Development • Theater • Vehicle Storage • Private Primary Educational Facilities • Private Secondary Educational Facilities • Public Primary Educational Facilities • Public Secondary Educational Facilities • Safety Services • Medical Offices – Exceeding 5,000 sf • Medical Offices – Not Exceeding 5,000 sf • Monument Retail Sales • Outdoor Sports and Recreation • Pawn Shop Services • Pedicab Storage and Dispatch • Pet Services Prohibited Civic Uses: • Club or Lodge • College and University Facilities • Communication Service Facilities • Community Recreation (Private) • Community Recreation (Public) • Hospital Services (General) • Hospital Services (Limited) Prohibited Industrial Uses: • …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2026-0004 (Springdale Farm Follow Up) DISTRICT: 3 ADDRESS: 735, 755, 755 ½ Springdale Road; 740 Mansell Avenue ZONING FROM: CS-MU-CO-NP TO: CS-MU-CO-NP (to change a condition of zoning) SITE AREA: approximately 4.85 acres (approximately 211,266 square feet) PROPERTY OWNER: 755 Springdale, LP AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael J. Whellan) CASE MANAGER: Jonathan Tomko, AICP (512) 974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMEDATION: Staff recommends granting CS-MU-CO-NP to change a condition of zoning. The conditional overlay would remove the limit on the number of dwelling units per acre, remove the trip count limit of 2,000 trips per day, and allow the following 6 uses: - Community Recreation (Private) - Community Recreation (Public) - Consumer Convenience Services - Indoor Sports and Recreation - Off-Site Accessory Parking - Personal Improvement Services The conditional overlay would also conditionally allow: - General Retail Sales (General) - Outdoor Sports and Recreation PLANNING COMMISSION / OTHER COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: March 10, 2026: Case is scheduled to be heard by Planning Commission CITY COUNCIL ACTION: TBD ORDINANCE NUMBER: N/A ISSUES: N/A CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The subject tract is located approximately 600 feet north of East 7th Street between Springdale Road to the west and Mansell Avenue to the east. It currently contains two very large holes in 11 C14-2026-0004 - Springdale Farm Follow-Up; District 31 of 18 C14-2026-0004 2 the ground from a mothballed previous development effort. The applicant is not seeking to change the zoning, only to amend a condition of zoning. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: The proposed zoning should be consistent with the goals and objectives of the City Council. The subject tract is approximately 500 feet from East 7th Street which is part of the ASMP transit priority network and an Imagine Austin Corridor. It is also along Springdale Road which is an Imagine Austin Corridor. It is also approximately 100 feet from the Springdale Station Imagine Austin Center. City Council has adopted plans such as the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan, the Austin Strategic Housing Blueprint, Austin Climate Equity Plan, and Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) which aim to increase housing supply and promote a mix of uses to provide more opportunities to walk, bike, or take transit. This proposed zoning change would be consistent with those goals and objectives within those Council adopted plans. Zoning should allow for reasonable use of the property. The requested changes to conditions of zoning are …
11 C14-2026-0004 - Springdale Farm Follow-Up; District 31 of 2 I would like to see if you could request the postponement for the April 14th date to give us a better chance of congregating a quorum of the contact team. Candace On Tue, Mar 3, 2026 at 4:02 PM Michael Whellan < > wrote: Case Manager (Jonathan Tomko) needs to know whether there will be a postponement request of this case to March 24 or April 14. I indicated to Jonathan that I thought the neighborhood wanted to postpone; but I did not want to make any representation without you directly communicating with him. I have copied Jonathan on this email. MJW. Michael Whellan Armbrust & Brown, PLLC 100 Congress Avenue, Suite 1300 Austin, Texas 78701-2744 www.abaustin.com CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at " ". CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at " ". 11 C14-2026-0004 - Springdale Farm Follow-Up; District 32 of 2
MEMORANDUM To: From: Alice Woods, Chair Planning Commission Members Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Austin Planning Date: March 3, 2026 Subject: C814-2025-0001 - 600 E. Riverside PUD - Postponement Request The purpose of this memorandum is for the staff to request an indefinite postponement of the above referenced rezoning case. The postponement will allow time for the staff to continue our review of this PUD rezoning request. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sherri Sirwaitis, Austin Planning, at sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov or 512-974-3057. 12 C814-2025-0001 - 600 E Riverside PUD; District 9 1 of 2 Date: Subject: Month Date, Year Sample Subject Page 2 of 2 12 C814-2025-0001 - 600 E Riverside PUD; District 9 2 of 2
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET C20-2025-006 Amendment: C20-2025-006 Amendments to the East Riverside Corridor Regulating Plan (ERC): Conduct a public hearing and consider a recommendation to amend the ERC Regulating Plan to remove the property located at 1705 and 1717 South Lakeshore Boulevard and 1712 East Riverside Drive from the ERC Regulating Plan and to change the boundary of the ERC Regulating Plan. Background and summary of proposed code amendment: This amendment was initiated by the City Council under Resolution No. Resolution No. 20250605-079. Council Sponsors: Mayor Kirk Watson, Council Member Ryan Alter, Council Member Zohaib ''Zo'' Qadri, Council Member José ''Chito'' Vela, Council Member José Velásquez. On February 25, 2010, the City Council adopted the ERC as an amendment to the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan. The ERC Plan establishes a long-term vision to transition existing low-density, auto-oriented commercial uses into a pedestrian, and bicycle-friendly, mixed-use urban district. A core objective of the plan is to advance high-quality development and create vibrant places where people can live, work, shop, and recreate within walking distance. In May 2013, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20130509-039 which created the ERC zoning district and established the East Riverside Corridor Regulating Plan (ERC Regulating Plan) and its associated planning area boundary. Council also adopted Ordinance No. 20130509-042 rezoning approximately 228 acres within the East Riverside Corridor to ERC. The approximately 1.437-acre property at 1705 and 1717 South Lakeshore Boulevard and 1712 East Riverside Drive (collectively, the “South Lakeshore Tract”), located adjacent to the South Shore District Planned Unit Development (PUD), was included within the ERC Regulating Plan boundary at that time. The property owner intends to submit a PUD amendment application to modify existing development regulations within the South Shore District PUD and incorporate the South Lakeshore Tract into the PUD. Because the property lies within the ERC Regulating Plan boundary, a Code amendment is required to remove the tract from the ERC Regulating Plan to allow its inclusion in the PUD. This amendment will provide for consistent and cohesive development regulations within the South Shore District PUD. The current ERC Regulating Plan includes several figures that depict the subject property. See Exhibit “A”. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends APPROVAL of the proposed Code Amendment to amend the East Riverside Corridor Regulating Plan to remove the property located at 1705 and 1717 South Lakeshore Boulevard and 1712 East Riverside Drive from the following figures as depicted by …
DOWNTOWN DENSITY BONUS REQUEST REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: SP-2026-0048C.CP PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING DATE: March 10, 2026 PROJECT NAME: W. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard ADDRESS: OWNER: 601, 607, 611, 615, 619 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard; 1801 and 1809 Rio Grande Street; 1800, 1802, 1806 Nueces Street; and 602, 604 West 18th Street The 1806 Group LP; Jack Brown Family II Limited Partnership; Triple Play Properties LTD; and Scott Sayers APPLICANT: Drenner Group, Leah M. Bojo URBAN DESIGN STAFF: Jorge E. Rousselin Jorge.Rousselin@austintexas.gov Phone: (512) 974-2975 NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: Downtown PROJECT REQUEST: In accordance with LDC Section 25-2-586(B)(6), the applicant requests City Council approval to increase the allowable floor-to-area ratio (FAR) from 5:1 to 20:1 and the maximum building height from 120 feet to 445 feet for a unified development. The proposed project includes approximately 435 dwelling units, retail space, and hotel uses. PRIOR BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTION: Design Commission: February 2, 2026: The motion to approve the recommendation to City Council that the project W. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard & Nueces Street, located at 601, 607, 611, 619 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, 1809 Rio Grande Street, 1806 Nueces Street, 1801 Rio Grande Street, 604 West 18th Street and 1800 Nueces Street, complies with the Urban Design Guidelines for the City of Austin was approved on Chair Salinas’ motion, Commissioner Carroll’s second, on a 7-0 vote. Planning Commission Public Hearing: March 10, 2026 Council Public Hearing: March 26, 2026 SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Gatekeeper Requirements: Participation in the Downtown Density Bonus Program requires compliance with LDC 25-2-586(C)(1), including: 1. Substantial compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines. 2. Execution of a restrictive covenant committing to streetscape improvements consistent with Great Streets standards along all public frontages. 16 SP-2026-0048C.CP - W. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard & Nueces Street; District 91 of 6 3. Execution of a restrictive covenant committing to achieve a minimum two-star Austin Energy Green Building (AEGB) rating. The applicant has demonstrated compliance with these requirements as follows: • The applicant has committed to provide Great Streets improvements along West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, West 18th Street, Nueces Street, and Rio Grande Street, including wide sidewalks, street trees, street furniture, bike racks, trash receptacles, and street lighting in accordance with Great Streets Standards. • The applicant has committed to achieving a minimum three-star Austin Energy Green Building rating. • Documentation submitted demonstrates substantial compliance with the …
City of Austin Austin Planning 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, TX 78752 P.O. Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767-1088 (512) 974-2000 ♦ h ttp s:/ / w w w.au st in tex a s .g ov / d epa r tm e n t/ plan n in g - de part men t MEMORANDUM TO: Chair & Planning Commission Members FROM: Maureen Meredith, Senior Planner, Long-Range Planning Division Austin Planning DATE: March 5, 2026 (UPDATED MEMO) RE: NPA-2025-0020.04 (Congress Views) 6111, 6113, and 6119 South Congress Ave South Congress Combined Planning Area Staff requests a postponement of the above-referenced case from the March 10, 2026 Planning Commission hearing to the April 28, 2026 hearing date to allow staff additional time to review the application. The postponement request was made in a timely manner and meets the Planning Commission’s policy. Attachment: Plan Amendment Map The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request. 08 NPA-2025-0020.04 - Congress Views; District 21 of 2 The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable modifications and equal access to communications upon request. 08 NPA-2025-0020.04 - Congress Views; District 22 of 2
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET Amendment: C20-2025-019 Zoning Sign Posting Description: Amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development Code) to modify current requirements and establish new requirements related to the posting of signs that are posted to provide notice of zoning and rezoning applications. Background: On June 20, 2025, House Bill 24 (HB 24) was approved in the 89th Texas State Legislative Session. HB 24 made changes to the requirements related to certain zoning and rezoning applications. Staff is proposing a code amendment to bring the Land Development Code into alignment with State Law. The most significant proposed changes are an increase to the minimum sign dimensions and a requirement that the applicant post signs. Summary of Proposed Code Amendment: 1. Create a new section of the Land Development Code: § 25-1-136 (Requirements for Applicant-Posted Signs) which describes procedures and requirements related to the posting of zoning signs, including: • The applicant shall post zoning signs required by Title 25 • A sign must: o specify the type of action pending, the case number, and the name and telephone number of the staff person to contact for additional information; o be posted on the property affected by the proposed change; o be visible from the street; o be at least 24 inches long by 48 inches wide; and o be spaced not more than 200 feet apart from another required sign for the same application. • If the street frontage of the subject property is less than 200 feet in length, only one sign is required. Not more than three signs are required per street frontage regardless of the length of the street frontage. Not more than ten signs are required per proposed change regardless of the site area. • The sign must be posted by the earlier date of: o The 30th day after application filing; or o The 11th day before the date that: 15 C20-2025-019 - Zoning Sign Posting Updates1 of 4 the historic landmark commission holds a hearing on the proposed change, if required; or the land use commission holds a hearing on the proposed change. • The applicant must maintain the sign until the date of a final determination on the proposed change by the City Council. • The applicant must provide verification of the placement of the sign in the manner prescribed by the responsible director and respond to a complaint not later …
10 C14-2025-0109 - West Lynn Church Site; District 91 of 47 Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Mark Ashby, Jeff Callahan, Scott Campbell, Marc Carlson, Hunter Coleman, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington March 5, 2026 City of Austin Planning Commission Austin City Hall 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Re: Support for Rezoning Application – 1308 West Lynn (St. Luke United Methodist Church) – Case C14-2025-0109 – Item 10 Dear Chair Woods and Planning Commissioners, On behalf of the Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA), we are writing to express our support for the rezoning application for the property located at 1308 West Lynn and 1611 W 14th Streets, the former home of St. Luke United Methodist Since 1958, St. Luke United Methodist Church has been a cornerstone of the Old West Austin and Clarksville communities. Located at the corner of West 14th and West Lynn Streets, the church brought together neighbors in fellowship and activities for people of all ages. Over the decades, St. Luke’s provided a welcoming place for worship, education, and community engagement. The church’s role extended well beyond its congregation. St. Luke’s supported numerous outreach efforts that benefited the broader community. These included partnerships with the Hope Food Pantry, support for senior citizen activity centers, student family services, a child care center, and regular Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. The church also fostered community engagement through partnerships with local organizations such as Imagine Art. Through these programs and relationships, St. Luke’s served as a gathering place and a resource for neighbors throughout Old West Austin and beyond. OWANA appreciates the collaborative approach taken by the prospective new ownership group, which is comprised of local 78703 residents. The group has engaged constructively with the neighborhood and has presented a thoughtful vision to preserve the historic church buildings while adapting the site for a new community-oriented use. The proposed adaptive reuse project would establish a neighborhood bookstore with a café offering coffee, light fare, and beer and wine, creating a welcoming place for neighbors to gather. The concept also includes space for creative-sector partners, such as art galleries and small creative offices, helping to activate the site as a cultural and community hub. This vision aligns well with the neighborhood’s character and continues the long tradition of the property serving as a place where people come together. Importantly, the …
