Latest on our 2009 "Room to Live" Initiative

Our vision

SN's vision is to have density implemented in North Central Austin in a way that is sustainable and neighborhood-friendly. 

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

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.