Description
Title: Conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance granting variances for the property located at 4905 Prock Lane from certain floodplain regulations prescribed by the City Code for construction of a duplex within the 100-year floodplain of Tannehill Branch Creek; establishing the conditions for the variances; and providing the expiration date for the variances. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact.
Summary
The City of Austin is considering an ordinance to grant variances for a duplex construction at 4905 Prock Lane, located within the 100-year floodplain of Tannehill Branch Creek. The variances would exempt the project from certain floodplain regulations, including prohibitions on encroaching into the floodplain, requirements for safe access at least one foot above flood elevation, and easement dedication for drainage. The Council's assessment indicates that while the duplex’s finished floor will be elevated above minimum requirements, safe access remains a critical issue, posing risks to public safety. The variances will expire if a building permit is not obtained within one year. This legislation is significant as it addresses development challenges in flood-prone areas while balancing safety concerns.