AUSTIN | Project Updates Thread Part II - Page 458

AusTex · #**9141** Posted **Sep 8, 2025, 8:13 PM**

Camp Hubbard? Across the tracks from Camp Mabry.

Really,.... Is that what ths State of Texas calls that tiny bit of land? What am I missing?

Novacek · #**9142** Posted **Sep 8, 2025, 8:50 PM**

I got curious, and a bit of googling found this claim that

"In 1935, the Legislature transferred the portion of Camp Mabry east of the railroad track to the Highway Department, which had begun using part of the area for equipment maintenance as early the mid-1920s. Known as Camp Hubbard, named for former highway commissioner R.M. Hubbard, this area now is used by TxDOT for various purposes, most notably as the headquarters of the Vehicle Titles Division in the five-story Building # 1, built in 1955. "

https://txcompost.blogspot.com/2014/03/bull-creek-from-oakmont-heights.html

So presumably the "Camp" was inherited from when it was part of Camp Mabry?

Urbannizer · #**9143** Posted **Sep 12, 2025, 10:15 PM**

Soil testing in front of The Waller—anyone know as to why?

The ATX · #**9144** Posted **Sep 12, 2025, 10:30 PM**

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Originally Posted by Urbannizer

Soil testing in front of The Waller—anyone know as to why?

A permit was filed today for the following at Symphony Square - but I don't know how it could be related to soil testing at the Waller:

"An amendment to the license agreement, LA# 1233-1910, is needed due to an inspection being carried out on the project site. The amended items consist of adding rock gravel for landscaped areas, lighting within tree grates, metal planters with landscaping, and curb improvement at the corner of Red River Street and East 12 Street. The wood decking and pavers were not installed and will be removed from the improvements list. The corner curb improvement at Red River and E. 12th Street was reviewed and approved within an SDP correction during construction."

https://abc.austintexas.gov/web/permit/p...=13581108&t_selected_propertyrsn=5703919

Nickelplate · #**9145** Posted **Sep 17, 2025, 1:40 PM**

On the KXAN webcam view of downtown now there is a large crane lifting significant objects which looks to be for Capitol Tower possibly? I know this building had lobby and rooftop renovations done at some point. Tough to tell from this view but something is going in the area.

Werdman89 · #**9146** Posted **Sep 17, 2025, 5:40 PM**

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Originally Posted by Nickelplate

On the KXAN webcam view of downtown now there is a large crane lifting significant objects which looks to be for Capitol Tower possibly? I know this building had lobby and rooftop renovations done at some point. Tough to tell from this view but something is going in the area.

I am a commercial tenant at the building across the street. The crane is there to raise something onto the roof of that building. Was disappointed it wasn't anything too exciting.

The ATX · #**9147** Posted **Sep 17, 2025, 7:16 PM**

There are a couple dozen permits for some interior demo and remodeling incuding: "ADDING OCCUPIED SPACE ON ROOF FOR RELAXING, TWO CANOPIES."

The ATX · #**9148** Posted **Sep 28, 2025, 8:37 PM**

I updated the tallest buildings and projects lists for Q4 in the sticky development thread.

LivinAWestLife · #**9149** Posted **Sep 29, 2025, 5:57 PM**

Hi guys, about a week ago I updated and tidied Austin's Wikipedia page of tallest buildings, which tracks everything over 300 feet. Give it a look and if there is anything wrong or missing, please let me know! And is there any other way to improve the article? I'd love for someone to write a detailed history section for it.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_tallest_buildings_in_Austin

Which is part of my goal to make Wikipedia an informative and reliable source for high-rises.
https://skyscraperpage.com/forum/showthread.php?t=262532

Urbannizer · #**9150** Posted **Oct 1, 2025, 10:14 PM**

6th & Blanco

AusTex · #**9151** Posted **Oct 2, 2025, 12:42 AM**

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_tallest_buildings_in_Austin

I looked just now. Waterline is Not Listed. Facts change now as the wind blows.

Urbannizer · #**9152** Posted **Oct 2, 2025, 1:23 AM**

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I looked just now. Waterline is Not Listed. Facts change now as the wind blows.

Waterline is under the U/C section.

Urbannizer · #**9153** Posted **Oct 8, 2025, 7:45 PM**

Sixth & Walsh | Austin, TX

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At the intersection of W. 6th Street and Walsh Street in Austin’s vibrant Clarksville neighborhood, a transformative mixed-use development is taking shape. Covering approximately 1.2 acres, the Sixth & Walsh project is poised to redefine urban living in one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in the Southern U.S.

This thoughtfully designed development will feature high-end multifamily residences complemented by curated retail and restaurant spaces. The project aims to blend seamlessly with Clarksville’s rich history and character, offering a unique urban experience that attracts residents and visitors alike.

Urbannizer · #**9154** Posted **Oct 9, 2025, 10:43 PM**

The Belvedere

The ATX · #**9155** Posted **Oct 10, 2025, 12:45 AM**

Nice update. This has been a slow going project.

Urbannizer · #**9156** Posted **Oct 29, 2025, 7:32 AM**

The Colorfield

https://ericmorelandgroup.com/colorfield

OfficialPBreton · #**9157** Posted **Oct 30, 2025, 1:39 PM**

It's a complete and total failure of our land code (and our leadership of the past 40 years) that to reasonably build 10 units on one lot, you basically have to make a monstrously large structure to maximize the unit sqft and start the units at almost $4mil.

Small apartment buildings should be legal. You can fit 16 units in a 4 floor point access block. Those buildings can fit on any standard SF lot, given there's additional impervious cover and some other regs are relaxed. If only it were legal...

ILUVSAT · #**9158** Posted **Oct 30, 2025, 7:45 PM**

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Originally Posted by OfficialPBreton

It's a complete and total failure of our land code (and our leadership of the past 40 years) that to reasonably build 10 units on one lot, you basically have to make a monstrously large structure to maximize the unit sqft and start the units at almost $4mil.

Small apartment buildings should be legal. You can fit 16 units in a 4 floor point access block. Those buildings can fit on any standard SF lot, given there's additional impervious cover and some other regs are relaxed. If only it were legal...

Only 40 years? Ha! This city has been "nuts' for far longer. Yet, folks keep voting the 'nuts" into office. So, maybe it is the citizens' fault and not necessarily the city's?!?

Anyway, I don't have any issue with this infill project. In fact, I actually quite like how it turned out. And, it's priced pretty much in-line with new builds in central Austin (and it has a downtown view).

It doesn't matter if you get 10 units at around 3,600 SF or 20 units at 1,800 SF...the $/SF will remain the same - at roughly $1000/SF.

Urbannizer · #**9159** Posted **Nov 3, 2025, 4:17 AM**

Vacant lot just outside Central Business District could be home to new office building

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Plans are in the works for a four-story office building on a narrow vacant lot west of the Capitol and just outside Austin's Central Business District.

The unnamed project would rise on a small, 0.15-acre lot at 815 W. 11th St. that's surrounded by former single-family residences now used for commercial purposes, according to a site plan application filed with the city.

The development would consist of three floors of office space, with the fourth floor set to serve as a residence. The proposed square footage is unclear, but the other improvements would include an access ramp and stairs, a driveway connection to West 11th Street, utilities and landscaping.

chinchaaa · #**9160** Posted **Nov 3, 2025, 6:10 PM**

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Originally Posted by urbannizer

vacant lot just outside central business district could be home to new office building

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