![]() Those include row houses, townhomes, and garden homes. ![]() The amendments to the land development code also allow existing single-family lots to subdivide to develop a variety of different housing types. ![]() The main goal of the resolution is to decrease the minimum lot size requirement for single-family homes, from 5,750 square feet to 2,500 square feet, so that smaller homes can be built in hopes they will be cheaper for middle-class homebuyers. Pool introduced the resolution known as Home Options for Middle-Income Empowerment, or H.O.M.E. “Together we can we will tackle the challenges middle-income families face and deliver true benefits to those looking to buy a home and staying in Austin as well as those who continue to work to stay,” Council member Leslie Pool, District 7, said.Ĭouncil Members Alison Alter and Mackenzie Kelly were the only members of the Austin City Council to vote against the resolution. Several organizations think this plan is essential in addressing Austin’s affordability crisis and reducing sprawl, while some environmentalists were against the resolution, fearing it may have a negative impact on flooding. AUSTIN (KXAN) – Austin City Council approved Thursday a resolution that will initiate amendment changes to the city’s land development code, and ultimately lead to higher-density living in Austin neighborhoods.
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