Austin |
Building Criteria Manual |
Section 4. RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION |
Appendix 4.4.0. RESIDENTIAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS |
Appendix 4.4.5. Subchapter F Exhibits |
§ 4.4.5.1. Setback Plane Compliance Plans:
Additional components shown below are required to demonstrate compliance with Title 25-2 Subchapter F of the Austin City Code on any new construction or additions that exceed either 1 story or 20 feet in height. These may be added to the existing plan sheets or shown as separate exhibits. It is recommended that separate exhibits be presented to avoid confusion with other plan features. Topographic information must be provided by a Texas Registered Land Surveyor (RPLS). It is advised that the applicant request a planner consultation for non-rectangular lots prior to beginning significant design work.
1)
Plot Plan:
a.
1 foot contours extended to each property line
b.
Finished Floor Elevation expressed in decimal to nearest one-hundredth foot
c.
Building Line per Title 25-2 Subchapter F Article 3.2
d.
40 foot tent intervals per Title 25-2 Subchapter F Article 2.6
e.
Spot elevations of highest elevation for the four corners of each tent interval
f.
Benchmark with relation to mean sea level
2)
Sections (front views) and Elevations (side views):
a.
Provide separate section for each tent interval containing a structure that is more than one story or 20 feet in height
b.
Finished floor elevation
c.
Elevation of highest elevation for the four corners of each tent interval
d.
15 foot setback plane from side property line
e.
45 degree angle labeled for setback plane
f.
Label all encroachments into rear setback plane and cite applicable exception allowing structure to protrude through setback plane (see Title 25-2 Subchapter F Article 2.6)
g.
Top of plate for each story
h.
Depth of floor truss for each story