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Proposed Rezoning of 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. for High-Density Housing

Original title: C14-2025-0094 - 2117 W 49th St. and 4709 Rosedale Ave. Multifamily - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 by rezoning property locally known as 2117 West 49th Street and 4709 Rosedale Avenue (Shoal Creek Watershed). Applicant Request: To rezone from family residence (SF-3) district zoning to multifamily residence highest density-conditional overlay (MF-6-CO) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation and Zoning and Platting Commission Recommendation: To grant multifamily residence highest density-conditional overlay (MF-6-CO) combining district zoning. Owner/Applicant: Austin Independent School District (AISD). Agent: Dubois Bryant & Campbell, LLP (David Hartman). City Staff: Cynthia Hadri, Austin Planning, 512-974-7620.

May 21, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This rezoning would change the legal land-use designation for these properties, allowing for the development of high-density multifamily housing in the Shoal Creek Watershed area.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Austin Independent School District

As the property owner and applicant, the district is seeking a change in land-use rights for their properties.

Shoal Creek Watershed residents

Residents in the immediate vicinity may be affected by changes in density and land-use regulations resulting from the rezoning.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 21, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Austin City Council is considering a request from the Austin Independent School District (AISD) to rezone two properties from single-family residential to high-density multifamily residential. The proposal has received positive recommendations from both city planning staff and the .

Key Facts

  • The applicant is requesting a change from SF-3 (family residence) to MF-6-CO (multifamily residence highest density-conditional overlay).
  • The properties are located at 2117 West 49th Street and 4709 Rosedale Avenue.
  • The site is located within the Shoal Creek Watershed.
  • City planning staff recommended approval of the rezoning request.
  • The Zoning and Platting Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request.
  • The request is filed under case number C14-2025-0094.
  • The proposal requires an amendment to City Code Title 25.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the MF-6-CO zoning designation mean?
It stands for 'multifamily residence highest density' with a 'conditional overlay,' which allows for the highest density of residential units subject to specific conditions.
Who is the applicant for this rezoning?
The Austin Independent School District (AISD) is the owner and applicant.
Has this proposal been reviewed by city officials?
Yes, both the city planning staff and the have recommended that the request be granted.

Why It Matters

This rezoning would change the legal land-use designation for these properties, allowing for the development of high-density multifamily housing in the Shoal Creek Watershed area.

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AISD Property Development

The Austin Independent School District is actively seeking to rezone its properties to the highest density residential category, indicating a potential shift in how the district manages its real estate assets.

Austin Independent School District

Connected Entities

organizationZoning and Platting Commission“The commission that recommended approval of the request.”Map →
personCynthia Hadri“City staff contact for the Austin Planning department.”Map →
location2117 West 49th Street“One of the two properties subject to the rezoning request.”Map →
location4709 Rosedale Avenue“One of the two properties subject to the rezoning request.”Map →
organizationAustin Independent School District“The entity requesting the zoning change for the properties.”Map →
personDavid Hartman“Agent representing the applicant from Dubois Bryant & Campbell, LLP.”Map →

Sources

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  • Controversy30
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  • Entertainment5
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