Austin Energy sent information to the Brentwood Neighborhood Association about pruning and removing trees near electrical lines. We wanted everyone to have access to this information so that property owners understand the process and how to protect their property resources. The document can be viewed at the following link:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B9ysZBqQJwnNOVJlWnprYmtyWkU/edit?pli=1
Burnet Marketplace; 6601 & 6701 Burnet Rd.
The Farmer's Market between Burnet Road and Burnet Lane had been sold by Travis County to private developers a couple of years ago. John Burnham, Managing Director of Cypress Real Estate Advisors (Apartment Development Group) recently sent this conceptual site plan and proposed renderings of their new project at this location. They are wanting to do a Vertical Mixed Use (VMU) project and have the necessary zoning in place.
This project is slated for approximately 275-300 apartments with about 16,000 SF of retail. Cypress will be making a presentation to the Historical Landmark Commission on Monday, July 30th regarding removal of the existing buildings. Sadly, the county and subsequent owner had allowed them to fall into disrepair. They will be retaining the protected "heritage" tree in the NW corner of the site and hope that their development will help to create a precedent for renewed attention to Burnet Lane (which has gotten increasingly derelict in recent years).
Mr. Burnham wants to work closely with Brentwood, Allandale and Crestview to create a development that is an asset to our neighborhood. He is seeking input on pedestrian and biking improvements as well as a possible "on-demand" pedestrian crossing at Burnet Road to connect this development with the southbound Capital Metro Bus Line #3. He can be reached (512) 494-8510 or jburnham@cypress-advisors.com. The Brentwood Neighborhood Association may have Mr. Burnham make a presentation at an upcoming Steering Committee Meeting, so if you're interested in this project, keep an eye out for the agenda that might include this item.
New drawings received on 7-27-2012 from the Developer to better explain components of the design:
Ferrovecchio Memorial - Bird House Dedication
The Purple Martin Birdhouse dedication, honoring Renald Ferrovecchio, will be held on Sunday, April 1, 2012.
His parents will be in attendance, as will his son.
Where and When: Brentwood Park at 3 pm at the birdhouse.
Ceremony will last about 20-30 minutes.
Please come out and make a good showing for his family and friends.
His parents will be in attendance, as will his son.
Where and When: Brentwood Park at 3 pm at the birdhouse.
Ceremony will last about 20-30 minutes.
Please come out and make a good showing for his family and friends.
Burnet Park Site Development Plan Released by the City
In the wake of the release of the Site Development Plan for Brentwood Park, a multi-family development on Burnet Road between Clay and Adams, neighbors have expressed concerns as to whether the project meets the City's requirements regarding road width (along their only driveway on Adams) and what appeals may be in order (or allowed). Following is the original report from the City's Traffic Planner and their response to BNA neighbor, Sam Shore:
Original NTA Report: http://main.org/brentwood/2012%20Documents/Burnet%20Park%20NTA%20(SP-2011-0153C).pdf
From: Jarvis, Shandrian <Shandrian.Jarvis@austintexas.gov>
Date: Wed, Mar 7, 2012 at 2:10 PM
Subject: RE: Burnet Road - Appeal
To: Sam <seshore@gmail.com>
Cc: "Almazan, Joe" <Joe.Almazan@austintexas.gov>, "Hoelter, Nikki" <Nikki.Hoelter@austintexas.gov>, "Jain, Sangeeta" <Sangeeta.Jain@austintexas.gov>, "Zapalac, George" <George.Zapalac@austintexas.gov>, "Guernsey, Greg" <Greg.Guernsey@austintexas.gov>
Date: Wed, Mar 7, 2012 at 2:10 PM
Subject: RE: Burnet Road - Appeal
To: Sam <seshore@gmail.com>
Cc: "Almazan, Joe" <Joe.Almazan@austintexas.gov>, "Hoelter, Nikki" <Nikki.Hoelter@austintexas.gov>, "Jain, Sangeeta" <Sangeeta.Jain@austintexas.gov>, "Zapalac, George" <George.Zapalac@austintexas.gov>, "Guernsey, Greg" <Greg.Guernsey@austintexas.gov>
Mr. Shore,
In order to mitigate the traffic impacts to Adams Avenue that were identified in the Neighborhood Traffic Analysis (NTA) for the Burnet Park site (attached), the applicant will widen the pavement from the northern property line of the site to Burnet Road, from 27 to 30 feet. This roadway modification is allowed under Land Development Code section 25-6-142.
It is my understanding that additional traffic-related improvements were previously discussed with other City staff that included extending sidewalks to Ulrich, installing bike lanes on Burnet Road, and a installing a traffic signal at the intersection of Burnet Road and Adams Avenue. Requiring the extension of sidewalks beyond the proposed site and the installation of bike lanes along Burnet Road goes beyond what we can legally require as conditions of site plan approval for this site. Any required improvements by the applicant would need to be balanced with the traffic impacts from the proposed site.
The Austin Transportation Department analyzed the intersection of Burnet Road and Adams Avenue and determined that the intersection did not currently meet warrants for a traffic signal and would not be expected to meet warrants with the development of the Burnet Park site. Therefore, we cannot require the applicant to contribute to a signal at the intersection at this time.
Feel free to contact me if you have additional questions regarding the transportation review of this case.
Regards,
Shandrian Jarvis, AICP
Senior Planner
Planning & Development Review Department
505 Barton Springs Rd., 4th floor
Tel: (512) 974-2628
Fax: (512) 974-3010
Ferrovecchio Memorial Cancelled
It is with much regret that we have decided to cancel the memorial dedication service for Renald Ferrovecchio tomorrow due to inclement weather and late word that the family will NOT be attending.
We have a 90% chance of rain with a high of 51 predicted. We know there's always a chance that the weather will clear, but it does not look good.
We have a 90% chance of rain with a high of 51 predicted. We know there's always a chance that the weather will clear, but it does not look good.
We will post any rescheduled date on the blog and BNA E-Group. Sorry for any inconvenience.
MEMORIAL CHANGE OF DATE
The short memorial and dedication for Renald Ferrevecchio originally scheduled to take place after this Saturday's (March 3), It's My Park Day has been rescheduled. The new date is Saturday, March 10th at 1 pm (Brentwood Park). This change is due to the Ferrevecchio family's desire to attend the ceremony.
As mentioned before, we'll be meeting just under the new, beautiful Purple Martin Birdhouse. The ceremony will be short and sweet; please come out and show some neighborly love.
LiveStrong Austin Marathon
The LiveStrong Austin Marathon will be racing through the Brentwood neighborhood on February 19, 2012. The route will be the same as it was last year, which means that Brentwood will be right in the heart of the action. We are located at approximately the 20 mile mark of the course. This is a great opportunity for our community to come out and cheer on the participants as they come closer to reaching their individual goals. It is also an occassion for traffic and access issues. Ari Witkin, of the LiveStrong Austin Marathon, urged anyone who had issues or concerns to contact him directly for assistance at ari@youraustinmarathon.com; cell: 512-585-0158.
For more information about the race, including a Course Map and Traffic Guide, please checkout the information at http://youraustinmarathon.com/ .
Here are some resources that you might want to check out in order to plan your day accordingly:
Entire Race Route: http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/austin_raceroute_guide_2012-01-11.jpg
North Area Detail Map: http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/austin_raceroute_guide_north_2012-01-11.pdf
Traffic Guide: http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/2012-traffic%20guide.pdf
For more information about the race, including a Course Map and Traffic Guide, please checkout the information at http://youraustinmarathon.com/ .
Here are some resources that you might want to check out in order to plan your day accordingly:
Entire Race Route: http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/austin_raceroute_guide_2012-01-11.jpg
North Area Detail Map: http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/austin_raceroute_guide_north_2012-01-11.pdf
Traffic Guide: http://youraustinmarathon.com/images/stories/2012/course/2012-traffic%20guide.pdf
