Item # 7 - Katherine Ct (Final Review)

CITY OF ALAMO HEIGHTS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Lety Hernandez, Director of Community Development Services
SUBJECT: Case 875F – 111, 119, 131, 133 & 135 Katherine Ct
Request of Kris Feldmann of Creo Architects, applicant, representing Trebes Sasser
Jr. of Ridgemont Properties, owner, for the final design review of the proposed
multi-family structure’s design located at 111, 119, 131, 133 & 135 Katherine Ct
under Chapter 2 Administration for Architectural Review.
DATE: March 28, 2022
SUMMARY
The applicant is seeking to develop a 3-story multi-family building consisting of twenty-seven (27)
units and fifty-one (51) onsite parking spaces that would be located on the side and rear of the
property.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The properties are zoned MF-D and the site is located on the north side of Katherine Ct, east of
Broadway.

City Council heard a Notice of Intent (NOI) for this proposed project on June 14, 2021 and the
Architectural Review Board (ARB) conducted a Preliminary Review of the project on August 17,
2021. No action was taken on these items.
On September 07, 2021, the Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z) recommended approval of
rezoning the lot identified as 111 Katherine Ct from Business (B-1) to Multi-Family (MF-D) and to
replat the four (4) properties known as 111, 119, 131, and 135 Katherine into one (1) property with
the conditions that 1) all requisite variances are granted by the BOA and 2) that the ARB approve the
compatibility and character. On September 13, 2021, City Council approved the rezone as
recommended and the replat without the two (2) conditions recommended by P&Z as the proposed
met the zoning requirements under Chapter 3 Zoning and technical requirements of Chapter 17
Subdivisions of the City’s Code of Ordinances and State Law.
On September 21, 2021, the ARB declared the existing main structures as not significant and
recommended approval of the demolitions followed by City Council approval of the
recommendation on September 27, 2021. The structures have not been demolished.
As originally proposed, the project required review and approval by the Board of Adjustment for
five (5) variances. The case was first considered at the January 05, 2022 meeting and was
rescheduled for the next regular meeting of February 02, 2022. At the February meeting, the board
denied two (2) variances relating to density and lack of required parking spaces. The remainder of
three (3) variances regarding a landscape buffer, the height of a planter/wall, and aisle width
requirement in the parking area were approved. The applicant revised their floorplans to meet the
allowable number of units and number of parking spaces due to the BOA’s action.
POLICY ANALYSIS
Chapter 2 – Administration, Article III – Boards and Commissions
Section 2-48(b) – The architectural review board shall consider the following when reviewing
projects within its jurisdiction:
(1) Whether the design is compatible with the immediate environment of the site.
(2) In areas considered by the board as having a unified design character or historical character,
whether the design is compatible with such character.
(3) Whether the design promotes harmonious transitions in scale and character in areas between
different designated land uses.
(4) Whether the planning and siting of the various functions and buildings on the site create an
internal sense of order and provide a desirable environment for occupants, visitors and the
general community.
(5) Whether the amount and arrangement of open space are appropriate to the design and the
function of the structures.
(6) Whether access to the property and circulation thereon are safe and convenient for pedestrians,
cyclists and vehicles.
(7) Whether natural features are appropriately preserved and integrated with the project.
(8) Whether the materials, textures, colors and details of construction and plant material are
appropriate expression to the design and function and whether the same are compatible with
the adjacent and neighboring structures, landscape elements and functions.
(9) Whether the landscape design concept creates a desirable and functional environment.
(10) Whether plant material is suitable and adaptable to the site, capable of being properly
maintained on the site, and is of a variety which would tend to be drought-resistant and to
reduce consumption of water in its installation and maintenance.

(11) Whether the design is energy efficient and incorporates renewable energy design elements
including, but not limited to:
a. Exterior energy design elements.
b. Building siting and landscape elements.
In applying the standards set forth in this section, the architectural review board may review
each of the following items of the proposed project:
1. Uses and functions as they relate to the design of the project and adjacent uses.
2. Compatibility with neighboring properties and uses.
3. Visibility and effect upon view at all site lines.
4. Aesthetics.
5. Quality of design.
6. Character.
7. Scale.
8. Building materials.
9. Color.
10. Site development characteristics including, but not limited to:
a. Lot size.
b. Building coverage.
c. Setbacks.
d. Building height.
e. Location upon the site.
f. Open space.
g. Pedestrian, bicycle and vehicle circulation.
11. Environmental factors including, but not limited to:
a. Noise.
b. Emission of smoke, fumes and odors.
c. Fire safety, life safety and fire access.
d. Disturbance of existing topography, trees, shrubs and other natural features.
e. Water percolation, grading and drainage and impermeability of soils.
12. Building and building components including, but not limited to:
a. Stairs, ramps, escalators, moving sidewalks, elevators or downspouts on the exterior
of buildings.
b. Flues, chimneys, exhausts fans, air conditioning equipment, elevator equipment,
fans, cooling towers, antennae or similar structures placed upon the roof or the
exterior of the building.
c. Sun shades, awnings, louvers or any visible device for deflecting, filtering or
shielding the structure or interior from the elements.
d. Balconies, penthouses, loading docks or similar special purpose appendages or
accessory structures.
13. Accessory structures, including garages, sheds, utility facilities and waste receptacles.
14. Other on-site improvements including, but not limited to:
a. Parking and other paved areas.
b. Landscaping.
c. Lighting.
d. Signs and graphics.
e. Artwork, sculpture, fountains and other artistic features.
15. Energy efficiency and renewable energy design elements including, but not limited to:
a. Exterior energy design elements.

b. Internal lighting service and climatic control systems.
c. Building siting and landscaped elements.
16. Such other features as affect the design and ultimate appearance of the work, as
determined by the architectural review board.
(c) Procedures. The architectural review board shall meet at least monthly upon call (as
determined by need) and shall prescribe forms, applications, rules and regulations for the conduct
of its business. All meetings of the architectural review board shall be open to the public.
At the time and place set for hearings, the board shall hear evidence for and against applications.
The board may continue hearings from time to time.
The architectural review board shall recommend to the city council that the design for a project be
approved, disapproved or approved with modifications, including the imposition of conditions by
making findings in accordance with the standards contained in this article and such additional
standards as may be adopted and published by the city council from time to time.
The Architectural Review Board conducted the required Final Review, per Chapter 2
Administration, at their regular meeting of March 15, 2022. A motion was made to recommend
approval of the proposed design; however, the recommendation did not receive the four (4)
affirmative votes as required per Section 2-48(a) of the City’s Code of Ordinances. AYES: 3
(Board Chairman John Gaines, Board Member Karl Baker, and Board Member Phil Solomon),
NAYS: 1 (Board Member Adam Kiehne).
FISCAL IMPACT
No projected fiscal impact from this project has been calculated.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – Web Packet
Attachment B – Response Cards
______________________
Lety Hernandez
Director
______________________
Buddy Kuhn
City Manager

CITY OF ALAMO HEIGHTS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6116 BROADWAY
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209
210-826-0516
Architectural Review Board Meeting
March 15, 2022 – 5:30 P.M.
Take notice that a Regular Architectural Review Board meeting of the City of Alamo Heights will be held
on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 5:30pm in the City Council Chamber, located at 6116 Broadway St, San
Antonio, Texas, 78209, to consider and act upon any lawful subjects with may come before it. Per
Governor’s Order GQ-36, attendees are not required to wear facial covering (mask) but
they are encouraged. The City will continue to practice social distancing, and seating will
be limited to capacity limits.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR TELECONFERENCE: Members of the public may also participate via audio
by dialing 1-346-248-7799 and entering access number 868 0184 5240#. If you would like to speak on
a particular item, when the item is considered, press *9 to “raise your hand”. Citizens will have three
(3) minutes to share their comments. The meeting will be recorded.
Case No. 875 F – 111, 119, 131, 133 & 135 Katherine Ct
Request of Kris Feldmann of Creo Architects, applicant, representing Trebes Sasser Jr. of Ridgemont
Properties, owner, for the final design review of the proposed multi-family structure’s design located at
111, 119, 131, 133 & 135 Katherine Ct under Chapter 2 Administration for Architectural Review.
Chapter 5 of Code of Ordinances (Buildings and Building Regulations) requires City Council to
consider the ARB’s recommendation for all demolition/final design review applications. Please
check the ARB posted results on the City’s website after the ARB meeting to confirm any future
meeting dates.
Plans are available for public viewing on the City’s website, with the exception of floor plans,
(http://www.alamoheightstx.gov/departments/planning-and-development-services/public-notices/)
and at the Community Development Services Department located at 6116 Broadway St, 2nd
floor.
You may also contact Lety Hernandez (lhernandez@alamoheightstx.gov) by email or our office at
(210) 826-0516 for additional information regarding this case.
Attachment A

C R E O
51 Essex Street, San Antonio, TX, 78210 || email: info@creoarc.com
March 1, 2022
Community Development Services Dept.
Attn: Mrs. Lety Hernandez
6116 Broadway
Alamo Heights, TX 78209
Project: Katherine Ct. Lots 111, 119, 131, 135 – Final Review - Architecture Review Board
Dear Alamo Heights Architectural Review Board,
The Owner intends to develop their property on Katherine Court which includes 111, 119, 131, and 135
Katherine Court (currently platted as a single lot) into a multi-family development consisting of 27
units per city zoning ordinance. The current zoning is MF-D. The Owner and Design team initially
presented the Intent to Develop during the city council meeting on 6/14/21.
The design team has since held multiple meetings with the city and neighbors concerning the design.
During last month’s Board of Adjustments meeting on 2/02/22, the project received approved
variances for minor site related issues allowing the project to proceed. It did not receive approval for
variances related to unit count and parking, so the design has been modified to bring the overall unit
and parking count into compliance with the city zoning ordinance.
The attached exhibits are submitted for a final architectural review by the ARB. The proposed new use
is a 3 story multi-family building with onsite parking. The new development’s massing is broken down
into 4 separate structures with open air breezeways connected by a single roof. The building’s massing
is arranged to provide a generous courtyard along the street frontage along with stepped plantings that
create a lush landscape. The development provides front entry stoops at the ground level which
promote identity and engagement between the residence and sidewalk. The building’s material palette
consists of a brick base with wood siding that relates to the textures and identity of the surrounding
neighborhood. Large windows with projected frames allow for articulation of the façade along with
balconies that further break down the massing. Overall, the project seeks to provide a high quality
apartment complex that raises the standard for the multi-family district in Alamo Heights.
The team appreciates your consideration and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Sincerely,
Kris Feldmann AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Design Principal
Attachment A

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ALAMO HEIGHTS, TEXAS
Attachment A

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LEGEND
Alamo Heights City Limits
Active Specific Use Permit (SUP) & Ordinance #
Alamo Heights Zoning Districts
2F-C - Two Family
B-1 - Business District
MF-D - Multi-Family
O-1 - Office District
P - Parking
SF-A - Single Family
SF-B - Single Family
KATHERINE CT. - MULTI-FAMILY
SITE
ZONING
Attachment A

B-1 MF-D MF-D MF-D
NORTH KATHERINE CT
B
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D
W
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KATHERINE CT.
ALLEY
LOT
111
LOT
119
LOT
131
LOT
135
MF-D
RETAIL
CENTER
BANK
BANK
DRIVE-THRU
FAST-FOOD
RESTAURANT
EXISTING SITE
Attachment A

S
S
718
717
716
715
714
713
712
719
720
721
722
723
KATHERINE CT.
ALLEY
711
713 715
724
2 STORY
BUILDING
1 STORY
BUILDING
2.5 STORY
BUILDING
2 STORY
BUILDING
2 STORY
BUILDING
2 STORY
BUILDING
SHED
COVERED
PARKING
COVERED
PARKING
COVERED
PARKING
LOT 111 LOT 119 LOT 131 LOT 135
ZONE O-1 ZONE MF-D ZONE MF-D ZONE MF-D ZONE MF-D
ZONE O-1
LOT 107 LOT 137
723
722
1,882 SF
FOOTPRINT
296' - 8"
150'
-
0"
71' - 8" 75' - 0" 75' - 0" 75' - 0"
2,282 SF
FOOTPRINT
1,950 SF
FOOTPRINT
1,412 SF
FOOTPRINT
718'.5'
719'
716.5'
715.5'
720.0'
715.5'
OUTLINE OF NEW BLDG FOOTPRINT
71'- AVG. GRADE
EXISTING SITE OVERLAY
Attachment A

Attachment A

KATHERINE CT.
ALLEY
6725
%8,/',1*
6725
%8,/',1*
COURTYARD
FOUNTAIN
SIDEWALK
TRASH
1411 SF
%'
695 SF
%'
937 SF
%'
1391 SF
%'
1028 SF
%'
1400 SF
%'
1411 SF
%'
499 SF
%'
DOG PARK
OFF-STREET PARKING
ON-STREET PARKING
M OVERALL UNIT COUNT
Name Area
1 BD 7238 SF
1 BD: 10 7238 SF
2 BD 21559 SF
2 BD: 17 21559 SF
Grand total: 27 28797 SF
AVG. 725 SF
AVG. 1,270 SF
BED COUNT
LEVEL 1: 21
TOTAL BED COUNT: 62
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 1: 8
TOTAL UNIT COUNT: 27
2 BD
2 BD
4 BD
4 BD 4 BD
1 BD
1 BD
3 BD
BED COUNT
LEVEL 1: 18
TOTAL BED COUNT: 54
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 1: 8
2 BD
2 BD
1 BD
3 BD
3 BD
3 BD
3 BD
1 BD
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 1 UNITS: 8
TOTAL UNITS : 27 PER CODE
PARKING COUNT : 51 PER CODE
FLOOR PLAN LEVEL 1
Attachment A

KATHERINE CT.
ALLEY
6725
%8,/',1*
6725
%8,/',1*
COURTYARD
TRASH
1093 SF
%' 1486 SF
%'
801 SF
%'
801 SF
%'
790 SF
%'
801 SF
%'
1346 SF
%'
1120 SF
%'
1483 SF
%'
790 SF
%'
OFF-STREET PARKING
ON-STREET PARKING
Name Area
1 BD 7238 SF
1 BD: 10 7238 SF
2 BD 21559 SF
2 BD: 17 21559 SF
AVG. 725 SF
AVG. 1,270 SF
BED COUNT
LEVEL 2: 20
TOTAL BED COUNT: 62
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 2: 10
2 BD
2 BD
4 BD
4 BD
1 BD
1 BD 1 BD 1 BD 1 BD
3 BD
BED COUNT
LEVEL 2: 18
TOTAL BED COUNT: 54
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 2: 10
2 BD
2 BD
3 BD
1 BD
1 BD
3 BD
3 BD
1 BD
1 BD
1 BD
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 2 UNITS: 10
FLOOR PLAN LEVEL 2
Attachment A

6725
%8,/',1*
6725
%8,/',1*
COURTYARD
FOUNTAIN
SIDEWALK
TRASH
1094 SF
%'
1486 SF
%'
725 SF
%'
1479 SF
%'
544 SF
%'
923 SF
%'
791 SF
%'
1351 SF
%'
1120 SF
%'
AMENITY
DECK
CLUB
OFF-STREET PARKING
ON-STREET PARKING
Name Area
1 BD 7238 SF
1 BD: 10 7238 SF
2 BD 21559 SF
2 BD: 17 21559 SF
AVG. 725 SF
AVG. 1,270 SF
BED COUNT
LEVEL 3: 21
TOTAL BED COUNT: 62
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 3: 9
2 BD
2 BD
4 BD
4 BD
1 BD
4 BD 1 BD
2 BD
1 BD
BED COUNT
LEVEL 3: 18
TOTAL BED COUNT: 54
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 3: 9
2 BD
2 BD
3 BD
1 BD
1 BD
2 BD
1 BD
3 BD
3 BD
UNIT COUNT
LEVEL 3 UNITS: 9
FLOOR PLAN LEVEL 3
Attachment A

ELEVATIONS
SOUTH ELEVATION
714' - 4 3/4
749' - 4 3/4
35'
-
0
AVG. GRADE
ROOF SURFACE
FRONT ELEVATION
BACK ELEVATION
Attachment A

MATERIALS
METAL PANEL ACCENT
BRICK
WOOD RAIN-SCREEN
SECTION PARTIAL ELEVATION
MATERIALS
Attachment A

SECTION
WALL SECTION
804 SF
1 BD
206
719 SF
1 BD
106
742 SF
1 BD
305
BRICK FACED SITEWALL
2'
-
2
749' - 4 3/4
3'
-
2
0'
-
10
2'
-
0
9'
-
0
2'
-
0
9'
-
0
2'
-
0
9'
-
0
35'
-
0
AVG. GRADE
ROOF SURFACE HIGH
POINT
714' - 4 3/4
715' - 7
FINISH
FLOOR
716' - 11
1'
-
4
VARIES
30
MAX.
PARAPET EXEMPTION. ALLOWED PER
HEIGHT IN Sec. 3-2 DEFINITIONS
Attachment A

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