Category Archives: Work
Downtown Developments: Recent Updates on Data, Construction, and Projections
With 26 projects underway and 25 more in the pipeline, downtown development won’t be slowing down anytime soon. Michele Van Hyfte, our vice president of urban design, spoke with KVUE’s Bryce Newberry last week on the state of downtown development….
Reopening Guidance for Austin Music Venues to Support COVID-19 Recovery
In partnership with the City of Austin, the Austin cohort of the Reopening Every Venue Safely (REVS) campaign has released a best practices guide outlining practical actions venue owners and operators can undertake when they decide it is time to reopen safely….
Report: COVID-19 Impact on the Downtown Office Market and Tenants
We recently surveyed downtown property owners, managers, developers and tenants to understand the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the downtown office market. We interviewed 11 individuals from 10 different companies representing more than 10.5 million square feet…
Resources for Individuals & Families
Updated 05/13/20 Food, Housing & Child Care Free child care Available for Frontline Workers in Texas Call 2-1-1 or go online to get help finding food, housing, child care, and other services. Use ConnectATX to find up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 emergency food. Use United…
Resources for Austin Businesses
Updated 05/13/20 Resources + More Information on new Restrictions and Requirements for businesses as part of the May 8 Update to Stay Home–Work Safe Orders: Checklists for business owners and customers detailing the rules of reopening Details on businesses’ activity…
Apply for Financial Relief for Your Small Business
We are committed to providing the information and resources you need to navigate the challenges of this unprecedented time. Updated: 4/5/20 As small businesses in our community face uncertainty about the future, we want to share information about federal programs…
COVID-19 Construction Industry Updates
Updated 4/2/2020 An email today from the Development Services Department stated, “Consistent with the Governor’s orders, all construction is considered essential. Committee review is no longer required to determine eligibility for project continuation.” This comes as the City released additional…
Essentials: Food, Transportation & Services during COVID-19
Updated: 05/13/20 Downtown & nearby grocery stores & pharmacies Check their websites or call for the latest information and adjusted hours. Royal Blue Grocery: 7:00 AM-11:59 PM | Delivery and Curbside Available (Congress Ave. store is temporarily closed) Whole Foods…
Downtown Parking Pilot for Construction Site Personnel
The Austin Transportation Department is pursuing a multiyear parking pilot to reduce the impact of parking during construction at downtown sites as the result of a June 2018 City Council resolution. The upcoming pilot program will identify large-scale construction projects…