The City of Austin seems to have a remarkable streak going in lawsuits brough by local neighborhood groups. It’s kind of the reverse...
Read MorePreserving the Past, Paving the Future
As a commercial real estate attorney and investor in the heart of Austin, I’ve witnessed firsthand the city’s explosive growth. Glass towers sprout...
Read MoreDeath Star Bill Could Impact Texas Commercial Real Estate
The Texas legislature passed the “Death Star Bill” which does not allow local municipalities to preempt state law where the state already has...
Read MoreLet Them Fly
As we have discussed previously, the City of Austin’s plans to expand the airport have been stalled by its fight with the airport...
Read MoreNo Parking Here
The City of Austin has traditionally required developers to include a minimum number of off street parking when they build multifamily housing. Earlier...
Read MoreA Great Idea from the Austin Planning Commission
The Austin Planning Commission put forth two proposals that could help affordability in Austin. Both compatibility waivers and the proposed town zoning category...
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