Introduction
The Collaborative Northeast District Plan (“the Plan”) is a joint effort by the City of Austin and Travis County to address past inequities and promote inclusive development. Community input will be key to planning and will shape the future of the Northeast Planning District.
Charter
The ILA requires a Cross City- Cross County staff Working Group. The City of Austin and Travis County collaboratively formed a Working Group of 14 members, evenly split between the two entities. The Working Group approved a Group Charter that supports a community-led and collaborative planning effort with a focus on equity.
Background
In 2023, Austin City Council and Travis County Commissioner's Court and passed resolutions directing staff to develop an Interlocal Agreement for the Plan that was followed in March 2024 by an Interlocal Agreement to guide this collaborative planning effort.
Objectives
- Retaining existing residents and businesses,
- Creating and maintaining vibrant neighborhoods,
- Stimulating economic development,
- Generating and retaining stable jobs that pay a living wage,
- Improving connectivity,
- Providing high-quality public spaces, and
- Meeting the diverse needs of the community.
Where is the Northeast Planning District?
The Northeast Planning District (“the District”) is a 26.5 square-mile area. It is bounded by Highway 183, Highway 290, State Highway 130, and the Colorado River. The County will have an opportunity to suggest adjustments to the boundaries to create a cohesive area.
Parts of the Northeast Planning the District are in the City of Austin, parts are in the Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction, and parts are in unincorporated Travis County.
Visit the Jurisdictions Web Map to find your jurisdiction
The chart below shows the types of jurisdictions in the District:
Northeast Planning District Jurisdiction | Definition | Within City or County? | Area (Acres) | Area Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
City of Austin: Full Purpose | City provides full municipal services, assesses taxes, allows voting privileges, and enforces City ordinances and regulations. | City | 11,194.21 | 69.07% |
City of Austin: Limited Purpose | Annexed areas where the city enforces ordinances and regulations pertaining to land development, health, and safety. The city collects no taxes and provides limited voting privileges and municipal services. | City | 234 | 1.44% |
Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) | Unincorporated land within 5 miles of City of Austin Full Purpose that is regulated jointly by City and County. The city provides limited municipal services, collects no taxes, and residents cannot vote. | County | 4,408.74 | 27.20% |
Austin ETJ Agriculture Development Agreement | Unincorporated land within 2 miles of City of Austin with an agreement restricting properties to agricultural or similar uses. | County | 369.44 | 2.28% |
Unincorporated Travis County | Unincorporated land that is not City of Austin or ETJ. All services and spaces are served by Travis County. | County | .88 | .0054% |
Total | 16,207.27 | 100% | ||
Conclusion
The Plan is a partnership to promote equity and prosperity in northeastern Travis County and to build a more vibrant and inclusive community. To learn more, visit the pages below: