AUS is adding a temporary hold room facility located on the eastside of the maintenance ramp for hardstand operations.
...The project will add a temporary gate hold room facility that provides early gate capacity to enhance operational resiliency. Also included in the project scope are six narrow body gate positions.
Some of the new features of the space are:
Restrooms
Vending machines
Circulation for arrivals and departures
Bussing operation from the Barbara Jordan Terminal
The project will be located on the west side of the airfield.
https://www.austintexas.gov/AUSJourney
Exciting news. Curious if AUS still plans on using the east apron for hardstand op's as well.