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Why it matters: The approved variance reduces the minimum required frontage on some proposed lots, enabling a higher‑density infill subdivision on an SF‑3–zoned parcel. Board members and staff emphasized the need to ensure flood‑mitigation measures and tree‑preservation requirements are met during the subsequent subdivision and building‑permit processes.

Applicant remarks and proposal: Maximiliano Martinez, PE (who introduced himself during the hearing as Mike Martinez), said the variance request \"is to allow for a lot to have less than 50 feet, up front and in the back, for the sub proposed subdivision that we're doing at this site.\" He told the board that the proposed lots would average roughly 4,338 square feet per unit and that he had updated maps showing surrounding lots where higher density already exists.

Conditions and neighborhood concerns: Board members and some neighbors asked how the proposal would address stormwater, trash collection and tree preservation. Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne noted that a prior 2022 approval for part of the site required compliance with the South Lamar flood mitigation plan (discussed in the hearing as a 10 percent capture requirement); staff and the applicant said the subdivision process will require detention and on‑site stormwater controls for portions of the site that drain away from the street.

The board added a condition requiring a 10‑foot setback for any second story and higher, with a 5‑foot setback otherwise, and a screened area for trash receptacles behind the property line. Board member Von Olin moved approval with those conditions; Vice Chair Hawthorne seconded. Assistant City Attorney Erica Lopez recommended that the board’s condition language be explicit so the requirements are enforceable during the subsequent building‑permit review.

Other technical points discussed: The applicant said the existing main house on the lot has been removed and that future designs will protect critical root zones and comply with tree‑mitigation rules; he said he was not proposing to remove heritage trees. The applicant also said that under Austin Fire Department practice, structures located more than 50 feet from the curb may be required to have sprinklers.

Votes at a glance: The motion to approve the variance with conditions (10‑foot second‑story setback, 5‑foot elsewhere, screened trash storage) was made by Board member Michael Von Olin and seconded by Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne. The vote was recorded as: Tommy Yates — yes; Jessica Cohen — yes; Samir Bering — yes; Melissa Hawthorne — yes; Young Ju Kim — yes; Brian Poteet — yes; Maggie Sherastani — yes; Jeffrey Bowen — yes; Nicholas Sacco — yes; Michael Von Olin — yes; Bianca Medina Leal — yes. Outcome: variance granted with conditions.

Next steps: The applicant will proceed to the subdivision and building‑permit phases, where staff will review compliance with the board’s conditions, the South Lamar flood mitigation requirement cited in earlier approvals, tree‑preservation standards and any fire department requirements.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Austin - Board of Adjustment - Apr 14, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The Austin Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing narrower lot frontages for a proposed subdivision at 4013 Clawson Road, permitting up to six homes; the board set conditions including a 10‑foot setback for second stories and screened trash storage, and noted flood‑mitigation and tree‑preservation considerations.","taxTitle","Austin, Travis County, Texas","taxId",2819,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6605365,"Board of Adjustment postpones Kinney Avenue hearing to June 9 after neighbors request more review time",1605,295000,1900000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2987042-6d1e5eb1c526aa81bc5f51cfd4fa6655&start=295&end=1900","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2987042-6d1e5eb1c526aa81bc5f51cfd4fa6655/thumbnail_295000.jpg","/articles/6605365/Austin/Travis-County/Texas/Board-of-Adjustment-postpones-Kinney-Avenue-hearing-to-June-9-after-neighbors-request-more-review-time","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6605365-028b2178ad03e80dd60e9c464f8b7501/orig.mp4?Expires=1770940276&Signature=N4zrnN4ECgr7JCJ9IkNeupzkFRbYC9wjrlLePYzwSM4JqJMX0JtaU8OnIYlEPXwqxftKGwHIi8kmO3qkdKWoGKtYKeOY4emTkOEqakgIlipTLYAWDEysy3tx1HSvTBPtFT99qu~~gxswaUvX7WlbRz7mpxew8mbVrhv4lKvp89YsqjKWjsqfIsHMe1RR7-7ppnEUvpPVhPXAR3kMJzgT7fF7EdxaIUM5JuitjkDrSKuiZuNukd7sZr9QiAUtoYbCwtuv3A1UiZQpNpFEthjB3hu8gPGoYHTdZxfbvxQWSLoB5WJW15FN~m2tNpXdFsT6bAPKmpgSpMvWXuTm2nffUw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Austin Board of Adjustment on April 14 voted unanimously to postpone a public hearing on a variance involving 601 Kinney Avenue until June 9, 2025, after neighbors asked for more time to review the proposal and meet with the applicant.

Neighbors said they received notice of the application only about a week before the hearing and asked the board to grant time to secure engineers or legal advice and to hold discussions between the applicant and the homeowners association. The postponement motion, made by Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne and seconded by Board member Michael Von Olin, passed on a recorded 11–0 vote.

Why it matters: Neighbors said the addition could affect visual and environmental conditions on adjoining properties and cited proximity to existing homes and potential impacts on drainage and character. Board members said they wanted time to verify whether a wastewater easement at the rear of the property was active, and to give the neighborhood an opportunity to meet with the applicant before the board considers the variance.

Applicant Jay Hargrave, who identified himself as the architect and contractor representing the owners, said he would prefer to proceed because the project team has worked on the proposal for more than five years and faces pending building plan review that could be affected by a delay. ‘‘We have been working on this project for over 5 years … and my clients are not wanting to postpone the project any longer than they have to,’’ Hargrave said during the hearing.

Several neighbors speaking remotely and in person asked for the postponement. Jennifer Martin said she received notice only about seven days before the hearing and had not had ‘‘a proper amount of time … to look into the full ramifications visually or environmental that they’re proposing.’’ Kevin Bilkin told the board he walks past the house daily and questioned whether the required public notice had been properly posted. Resident Ted Schweinfurst cited a local code section tied to neighborhood compatibility—he identified it in the hearing as ‘‘title 25 5 dash 1 dot 1’’—and asked whether the board had enough information to assess impacts on nearby properties.

Board members asked staff when the official notices were mailed; staff said the mailing occurred 10 days before the hearing. Board member Maggie Sherastani and others said that, because questions remain about an apparent wastewater easement and possible drainage and runoff impacts to downhill neighbors, postponing the hearing would give staff, the applicant and neighbors time to resolve that information.

The board’s postponement motion included a direction that the applicant attempt to meet with the HOA/neighborhood before the new hearing date. Chair Jessica Cohen and Vice Chair Hawthorne confirmed the case will return to the board on June 9; the board will not reissue mailed notice for the postponement but advised interested parties to mark their calendars.

Votes at a glance: The motion to postpone to June 9, 2025, was made by Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne and seconded by Board member Michael Von Olin. The vote was recorded as: Tommy Yates — yes; Jessica Cohen — yes; Melissa Hawthorne — yes; Young Ju Kim — yes; Brian Poteet — yes; Maggie Sherastani — yes; Jeffrey Bowen — yes; Michael Von Olin — yes; Bianca Medina Leal — yes; Samir Bering — yes; Nicholas Sacco — yes. Outcome: postponed to 06/09/2025.

Next steps: The applicant and neighborhood representatives were encouraged to meet before June 9; the board asked staff to verify the status of the wastewater easement and other utility-related constraints before the resumed hearing.","The Austin Board of Adjustment voted unanimously to postpone a variance hearing for 601 Kinney Avenue to June 9 after neighbors said they needed more time to review plans and meet with the applicant; the applicant opposed postponement citing a five‑year timeline and pending permit review.","actionData","errors"]

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Board of Adjustment grants variance for subdivision at 4013 Clawson Road with setback and trash‑screening conditions

Board of Adjustment postpones Kinney Avenue hearing to June 9 after neighbors request more review time