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Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 to create a new zoning district for a density bonus program that grants 30 feet in height above the base zone, to a maximum of 90 feet, and modifies site development regulations, including compatibility standards; and initiating rezoning of certain properties. Related to item #70.
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Lead Department
Planning Department.
Fiscal Note
This item has no fiscal impact.
Prior Council Action:
On February 1, 2024, City Council approved Resolution No. 20240201-026, which directed staff to create a density bonus program that resembles Vertical Mixed Use standards, is available city-wide, and provides on-site affordable housing in exchange for development related incentives, including increased height.
For More Information:
Paul Books, Senior Planning, Planning Department, Paul.Books@austintexas.gov, (512)974-3173; Joi Harden, AICP, Zoning Officer, Planning Department, Joi.Harden@austintexas.gov, (512) 974-1617.
Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action:
Reviewed by the Planning Commission, on February 13, 2024. Approved as amended on a vote of 8-3. Commissioners Mushtaler, Cox and Haynes nay. Commissioner Phillips abstained. One vacancy on the dais.
Additional Backup Information:
Case Number: C20-2023-044
In 2022, Council adopted Ordinance No. 20220609-080, commonly referred to as VMU2. This ordinance created a second affordability tier for the City's existing Vertical Mixed Use program. In exchange for additional income-restricted housing, a VMU2 building could exceed the height established in the base zoning district by 30 feet. Ordinance No. 20220609-080 was invalidated.
In 2022, Council adopted Ordinance No. 20221201-055, commonly referred to as the Residential In Commercial density bonus program. This ordinance allowed residential units in certain commercial base zones in exchange for income-restricted housing. Ordinance No. 20221201-055 was invalidated. ...
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