Description
Title: NPA-2026-0021.01 - 1404 East Riverside PUD NPA - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 20050929-Z001 for the Greater South River City Combined Neighborhood Plan, an element of the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan, to change the land use designation on the future land use map (FLUM) on property locally known as 1404 East Riverside Drive (Lady Bird Lake and Harpers Branch Watersheds) from Specific Regulating District to Multifamily Residential land use. Staff Recommendation and Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant Multifamily Residential land use. Owne
Summary
The City of Austin is reviewing a neighborhood plan amendment for a 2.62-acre site at 1404 East Riverside Drive, aiming to change its future land use designation from Specific Regulating District to Multifamily Residential. The proposed development, by South Shore Apartments Owner LP, includes 381 residential units, with 15 designated as affordable for households earning 60% of the median family income. This project aligns with the Austin Strategic Housing Blueprint's goal to create 135,000 housing units by 2027, of which 60,000 should be affordable. The site is strategically located near public transportation and is expected to enhance housing availability while addressing community concerns regarding traffic and local amenities. The Planning Commission has recommended approval, pending further City Council action