Latest on our 2009 "Room to Live" Initiative
Watch our video explaining mixed use, the value of open space, and the gap that must be overcome to achieve pedestrian-friendliness in areas zoned for mixed use in North Central Austin.
Our Proposed Changes to Parks Dept Plan
Sustainable Neighborhoods submitted a letter to the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) requesting changes to their Long-Range Plan to better support VMU districts with open space. Thanks to the 120 people who signed the letter in the last week of April.
North Central Austin Candidate Forum
The North Central Austin Candidate Forum on April 13 drew over 130 people, making it one of the largest forums of the election. Candidates were asked two questions - on how to close the open space gap for North Central Austin's mixed use districts, and what vision they have for a transit corridor like Burnet Rd in the coming years.
Candidate questionnaire responses now available.
Our vision
SN's vision is to have new development implemented in North Central Austin in a way that is sustainable and neighborhood-friendly. (Click here to read full vision statement)
Click here to download a map of North Central Austin's eight zoned mixed use districts.
Our vision for a bicycle-friendly town center at Anderson Ln
Steve Oliver's Anderson charette presentation
Our vision for a senior-friendly town center at North Loop
New Urbanist Peter Calthorpe proposes live-work for properties between town centers
Austin Families and Children Task Force Report Recommends Pocket Parks, Family-Friendly Development
Our goals for 2009
1. "Room to Live" open space initiative. We hope to build a broad consensus for changes to City policy and budget that ensure adequate open space in mixed use districts like on Anderson Ln.
2. Influence and garner support for:
a. increased functional open space required for future mixed use districts
b. increased pedestrian/bike connectivity within and beyond mixed use districts
c. short-term and long-term solutions to traffic, including robust mass transit
3. Inform and educate our neighborhoods on urban planning issues.
Our strategy
Our strategy is to engage neighborhoods, the City of Austin, and property owners in a positive discussion that achieves the goals of all stakeholders.