Projects/500 South Congress PUD

500 South Congress PUD

500 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX

approved

Basic Information

Project Type
mixed use
Building Use
mixed use
Zoning
PUD (Planned Unit Development) under CS-1-NP and CS-1-V-NP and South Central Waterfront Combining District proposals
Lot Size
6.48 acres

Size & Capacity

Residential Units
950
Hotel Rooms
225
Height
650 ft

Square Footage

Total Square Footage
2,000,000 sq ft
Retail
90,000 sq ft
Office
600,000 sq ft

Timeline

Expected Completion
12/31/2028
Completion Year
2029
First Discovered
2/6/2026
Last Covered
2/12/2026
Articles Published
2

Features & Design

Certifications
  • LEED Silver (residential)
  • LEED Gold (commercial office)
  • SITES Pref-Certification (target)
Amenities
  • public trail along East Bouldin Creek
  • improved pedestrian and cyclist connectivity
  • open space exceeding minimum code
  • landscaping & ground level green spaces
  • bike paths
  • recreational courts and play spaces
  • electric vehicle charging stations
  • public art
  • habitat restoration and pollinator plantings
  • green water quality controls

Internal Notes

The project will include residential, retail, office, and hospitality uses, with a commitment to affordable housing.

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