The Austin City Council approved a new Vertical Mixed Use designation for a property on Shoal Creek Boulevard, allowing construction of 124 multifamily units in a geologically vulnerable area. Council Member Paige Ellis abstained from voting due to past collapses in the region. Neighbors expressed concerns over potential erosion and safety risks, with 44% of property owners opposing the rezoning. A preliminary agreement was reached for additional geological studies, highlighting the community's desire for safety assurances before development proceeds.
"I'd like to point out that we are not opposed to condos or apartments being built on this site. But, from the beginning, we have been opposed to proceeding with this project without being convinced that the safety concerns have been taken into account."
Phil Bullock, a professional geologist with the State of Texas, emphasized that development in this area must heed the geological hazards and highlighted prior instances of slope collapse affecting local properties.
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