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Austin City Council strikes some parking requirements in effort to increase housing density
In an effort to promote more housing density, the Austin City Council voted Thursday to eliminate the minimum number of off-street motor vehicle parking spaces currently required by the city, except for accessible spaces.
By passing an ordinance to amend the city's land development code removing the minimum parking requirements, developers have more room to build housing units, a city affordability impact statement asserts.
"Eliminating parking minimums will reduce these costs and give developers greater flexibility in choosing building typologies," the statement says, noting that an analysis from the Austin Strategic Housing Blueprint estimates that requiring one additional parking space per unit increases rent by up to $200 per month.
The ordinance is one of many amendments to the land development code — which dictates what can be built and where, and how big it can be — that the city is attempting to implement.
The ordinance passed in an 8-2 vote with Council Members Alison Alter and Mackenzie Kelly voting against.
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Next Week at AAA - November 6 - 10, 2023 | | |
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Proposition A & Proposition B
Early Voting is underway and ends Friday, Nov. 3.
Election Day is this Tuesday, November 7.
Proposition A: Roadway Capacity and Active Transportation
regarding adding lanes, drainage, sidewalks, bike lanes, and shared-use paths. Also paves Pyramid and O’Reilly roads in Apache Shores.
Proposition B: Parks and Open Space
regarding acquisition of parkland. In Western Travis County, park funds will be used to acquire land or interest in parkland, to complete sports fields at Bee Creek Sports Complex near Lakeway, and to construct a community building at Arkansas Bend State Park in Lago Vista.
See a map here of the 2023 proposed capital improvement projects for the Bond Election. See the County's Bond Brochure for additional information on County Bonds.
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It's Time to Renew!
The Austin Apartment Association's digital membership renewal was sent on Wednesday from Novi to all AAA member's billing contact on file*. To renew your membership, click here!
*Please note the billing contact is for the management company. Please do not forward this message to your properties unless you have opted into the property billing. More information is below on that offering.
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Days of Care (D.O.C.) Drive
New Era, Same Heart
The Austin Apartment Association is thrilled to unveil the transformation of our annual Doc & Gayle Young Food Drive into the Days of Care (D.O.C.) Drive. This rebranding comes with a renewed dedication to better meet the needs of our nonprofit partners and the communities they serve.
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As we step into this new era of care and compassion, we invite you to join us in making a lasting difference in the lives of our neighbors and community members. Together, we can be the change and uplift the hearts and homes of those in need.
How to Get Involved
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How to Get Involved
1 - Donate!
100% of collected funds go towards direct support for residents with our nonprofit partners in Austin and the surrounding area. Shirts are also available for purchase and must be picked up from the AAA office or at a D.O.C. Drive event.
Submit Your Donations Here
2 - Attend!
Each year, the Austin Apartment Association hosts a series of special FUNdraising events as part of the annual Days of Care (D.O.C.) Drive. Join us at an upcoming event and support the cause!
View Upcoming Events
3 - Volunteer!
If you are interested in volunteering to support our fundraising efforts or with hands-on service with the local food banks, please email Hamid Yazdanpanah-Salazar.
4 - Plan!
Our Community Service Committee meetings focused on the D.O.C. Drive begin in the summer to help plan out the annual campaign and the special events. Join us for one of our upcoming meetings and help us reach our goal!
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Ready to elevate your leadership journey?
Leadership Lyceum Applications are NOW OPEN!
Are you a multifamily housing enthusiast with dreams of making a difference in our community and industry? The Austin Apartment Association (AAA) Leadership Lyceum program is your ticket to success!
The Leadership Lyceum program is designed to nurture emerging leaders like you into a powerhouse of informed and motivated individuals, poised for future leadership roles within AAA and our broader community.
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What's in it for you? Here's a glimpse:
🗣️ Engage with incredible guest speakers who are leaders in their fields.
🤝 Network with fellow up-and-coming stars in the industry.
📚 Develop your knowledge in Advocacy, Association Management, Community Service, Governance, and much more.
The 2023 class just concluded with resounding success, and now it's YOUR chance to be part of the 2024 Leadership Lyceum program!
Applications for the 2024 Leadership Lyceum program will close on November 30th.
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2023 Compensation and Benefits Report
Now Available!
Know the latest Austin compensation data with the 2023 AAA Compensation and Benefits Report! This salary survey is conducted through J Turner Research and is released annually in the fall.
*Purchases of the report are restricted to those in a Supervisor (Regional Manager) role and above.
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APEX Awards Registration Now Open!
This is the moment we've all been waiting for, and it's sure to be the event of the year—one that you won't want to miss! Join us on December 8, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Austin for the APEX Awards, a spectacular event that brings together the 2023 Property of the Year and the 2023 Professional of the Year Awards.
This event sells out annually - Register today to secure your spot!
Thank you for being a part of the Austin Apartment Association community, and we look forward to seeing you at the APEX Awards!
Sponsorships still available!
Becoming a sponsors help us continue to create great networking events for our members! It also helps build business relationships, fosters a positive reputation, expands your content strategy, generates leads, and helps you gain a competitive advantage!
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Congrats, Professional of the Year Finalists!
We're thrilled to announce that the Austin Apartment Association's Professional of the Year finalists have been selected! These exceptional people have been rigorously evaluated across multiple categories to ensure they meet the highest standards of excellence.
View the Finalists!
Visit our website to see the impressive list of finalists who have excelled in various categories, each representing excellence in multifamily housing. It's a showcase of innovation, dedication, and unmatched service. View the Finalists
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This year's finalists represent the best of the best, and we can't wait to celebrate their outstanding contributions to the industry.
Save the Date!
Join us on December 8, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Austin for the APEX Awards, a spectacular event that brings together the 2023 Property of the Year and the 2023 Professional of the Year Awards. This is the moment we've all been waiting for, and it's sure to be the event of the year—one that you won't want to miss! Secure your tickets for this memorable event here!
Thank you for being a part of the Austin Apartment Association community, and we look forward to seeing you at the APEX Awards!
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National Apartment Association (NAA) &
Texas Apartment Association (TAA) Updates
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NAA Diversity Leadership Program
This program is a hybrid, leadership development opportunity for up to 15 individuals from underrepresented groups in rental housing. Participants receive exclusive training, personalized assessments and customized mentoring.
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Mastering Maintenance
The framework for a successful maintenance apprenticeship program
We’re excited to launch a new tool kit on how to build your own maintenance apprenticeship program. As defined, an Apprenticeship is a system for training a new generation of practitioners of a trade or profession with on-the-job training with or without some accompanying study. We’re using the term Apprentice generically as this could be used for onboarding, interns or for new hires needing more skills. Regardless, it is a program that allows you to intentionally grow and develop your maintenance and service professionals.
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TAA Career Center
Put the power of your association to work finding talented candidates for your business.
Post your open positions in the TAA Career Center and take advantage of:
- Regular discounted pricing for Texas Apartment Association members
- Option to post open positions in multiple markets at once
- More reach for your posting through our Partner Network with ZipRecruiter and LinkedIn
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The Austin Apartment Association's mission is to advance the expertise and collective community impact of the rental housing industry.
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