26-2531: NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, and 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone Project - Approve third reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 040513-30, the Brentwood/Highland 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 7003, 7005, and 7007 Guadalupe Street (Waller Creek Watershed) from Higher Density Single Family and Multifamily Residential to Mixed Use land use. Staff Recommendation: To deny Mixed Use land use and to recommend an alternative land use of Multifamily Residential. First Reading approved July 23, 2026. Vote: 9-1. Council Member Fuentes was absent. Second Reading approved August 27, 2026. Vote: 11-0. Owner/Applicant: Purple Square One Limited Liability Company. Agent: Bowman (Jerry Perales, P.E.). City Staff: Maureen Meredith, Austin Planning, 512-974-2695.

Description

NPA-2024-0018.01 - 7003, 7005, and 7007 Guadalupe Street Rezone Project - Approve third reading of an ordinance amending Ordinance No. 040513-30, the Brentwood/Highland 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 7003, 7005, and 7007 Guadalupe Street (Waller Creek Watershed) from Higher Density Single Family and Multifamily Residential to Mixed Use land use. Staff Recommendation: To deny Mixed Use land use and to recommend an alternative land use of Multifamily Residential. First Reading approved July 23, 2026. Vote: 9-1. Council Member Fuentes was absent. Second Reading approved August 27, 2026. Vote: 11-0. Owner/Applicant: Purple Square One Limited Liability Company. Agent: Bowman (Jerry Perales, P.E.). City Staff: Maureen Meredith, Austin Planning, 512-974-2695.

Summary

The City of Austin is considering a third reading of an ordinance to rezone properties at 7003, 7005, and 7007 Guadalupe Street, changing the land use designation from Higher Density Single Family and Multifamily Residential to Mixed Use. This proposal, by Purple Square One LLC, aims to blend residential and commercial uses. The project has undergone two prior approvals, with the Planning Commission recommending Multifamily Residential instead, citing concerns about compatibility with existing neighborhood character. The change is significant as it could enhance local accessibility to services and diversify housing options but raises community concerns over potential displacement of existing residents. The Council will deliberate on this matter on September 10, 2026.