Performing Arts Center Task Force Site Selection Criteria

Below is the PAC Task Froce's list of site selection criteria. Items have been priritized by levels

Highest Priority

• The site should allow for future facility expansion.
• The site should be sensitive to the cost of noise mitigation.
• A minimum of 10 acres is needed to allow for the building and required parking.
• First consideration should be given to District-owned property.
• Community/Neighborhood input should be solicited in the site selection process and related to any variance requirements as needed.
• Facilities should not be located where industrial or business uses would generate noisy or hazardous conditions and transportation conflicts.
• The site should be centrally located within the District.
• The facility site should be located on major or minor arterials, providing multiple vehicular options for access and egress.

Second Highest Priority

• Positive drainage and stable soils conditions are important considerations. City of Austin requirements for storm-water drainage and filtration over the aquifer may require additional acreage.
• Special attention must be given to siting the facility to provide for loading and unloading of students, and clockwise circulation of traffic around the site is preferred.
• The site should be a non-linear shape to best facilitate a PAC design.
• The availability of utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, telecommunications) and support services is an important consideration.
• The environmental impact of the site development should be considered.

Third Highest Priority

• Thought should be given to the site being in close proximity to mass transit systems.
• A site that offers mixed-use development or joint-use possibilities should be considered.
• Compliance with existing development ordinances (i.e. zoning and subdivision requirements) should be considered.
• Generally, a slightly convex terrain with moderate elevation above the surrounding land would be best. Grades of no more than five percent (5%) are preferred. Grades of more than ten percent (10%) typically require the expense of retaining walls.