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C20-2023-019 Citywide Compatibility

C20-2023-019 Citywide Compatibility

The City of Austin is considering changes to compatibility, a zoning regulation that limits the height of buildings near single-family homes. This webpage explains what compatibility is and describes the proposed changes.

Archive Notice: This page is archived and no longer monitored. All information is for reference only.

Citywide Compatibility was approved by City Council on May 16, 2024. See below for a summary of the adopted changes, and click to view the adopted ordinance. 

Summary of Adopted Changes

  • End compatibility at 75' of distance from a single-family home compared to the previous 540’ of distance  

  • Allow more height and flexibility within 75' of a single-family home 

  • Limit which properties trigger compatibility to those zoned single-family (SF-5 and more restrictive) with 1-3 homes 

  • Exempt lower-intensity multifamily zones from compatibility 

  • Require a landscape buffer between single-family homes and larger buildings  

  • Exempt lower-intensity commercial and office zones from the landscape buffer requirement 

  • Require additional screening for certain objects, including mechanical equipment 

Click to view the adopted ordinance. 

Click to view the Compatibility info sheet for a more detailed summary of the adopted changes. 

Return to the Transit & EV Supportive Code Amendments homepage.

 

Public Hearing Information and Timeline

Public hearings are an opportunity to have your voice heard on proposed changes to the Land Development Code.

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Joint City Council and Planning Commission Public Hearing

When: Thursday, April 11 at 9 a.m.

Where: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street

Video: Watch a Recording of the Joint Meeting

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Open House #1 (In-Person)

When: Wednesday, April 17 from 6-8 p.m.

Where: Central Library, 710 Cesar Chavez Street

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Open House #2 (Virtual)

When: Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m.-noon

Video: Watch a Recording of the Virtual Open House

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Joint Housing and Planning Committee and Mobility Committee Meeting

When: Tuesday, April 23 at 1 p.m. 

Where: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street

Video: Watch a Recording of the Joint Housing and Planning and Mobility Committees

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Planning Commission Meeting

When: Tuesday, April 23 at 4 p.m.

Where: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street

Video: Watch a Recording of the Planning Commission Meeting

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City Council Work Session

When: Tuesday, April 30 at 9 a.m.

Where: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street

Video: Watch a Recording of the Work Session

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Open House #3 (In-Person)

When: Monday, May 6 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. 

Where: Anderson High School, 8403 Mesa Dr., 78759

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Open House #4 (In-Person)

When: Wednesday, May 8 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. 

Where: George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina St., 78702 

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City Council Work Session

When: Tuesday, May 14 at 9 a.m. 

Where: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street

Video: Watch a Recording of the Work Session

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City Council Meeting

When: Thursday, May 16 at 10 a.m. 

Where: Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street

Video: Watch a Recording of the City Council Meeting

Contact Information

Email: LDCupdates@austintexas.gov 

Call: 512-974-7220