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Set a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 to modify deadlines related to zoning and rezoning applications. (Suggested Date: September 14, 2023 at Austin City Hall, 301 W. Second Street, Austin, Texas).
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Lead Department
Planning Department.
Fiscal Note
This item has no fiscal impact.
Prior Council Action:
On June 8, 2023, City Council approved Resolution No. 20230608-078 which directed staff to amend City Code Title 25 to create a six-month pilot program that modifies certain deadlines related to zoning and rezoning applications.
For More Information:
Jordan Feldman, Principal Planner, (512) 974-7288 (Case Manager)
Lauren Middleton-Pratt, Director, (512) 974-1827, (Subject Matter Expert).
Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action:
Planning Commission - To be reviewed August 22, 2023.
Additional Backup Information:
On June 8, 2023, City Council approved Resolution No. 20230608-078 which directed staff to create a six-month pilot program that extends certain deadlines related to zoning and rezoning applications. The proposed deadline extensions include:
1) The deadline for a Land Use Commission to hold a public hearing after an application is filed would be 120 days.
2) The deadline for City Council to hold a public hearing after the Land Use Commission makes a recommendation would be 80 days.
3) An application expires 362 days after it is filed if a public hearing before a Land Use Commission has not been scheduled.
4) An application expires 362 days after it is filed if the Land Use Commission or City Council grants an indefinite postponement.