D.9 - 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DECEMBER 14, 2020 DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS GF-20-179571 2102 ALTA VISTA AVENUE PROPOSAL Partial demolition of a bungalow to add an addition to the front. ARCHITECTURE The current house is a one-story, rectangular-plan, frame bungalow with a partial-width front-gabled partially inset porch; single and paired 1:1 fenestration. The applicant proposes to enclose the front porch and construct an addition to the left side of the house. RESEARCH STAFF COMMENTS The house was moved onto the site in 1948 from an unknown location. The occupancy history for this house through 1959 shows an IRS clerk and his wife followed by a widow, both occupying the house for a short period of time. The house is listed as contributing to the pending Travis Heights National Register Historic District. Staff has evaluated this house for designation as a historic landmark and has determined that while the house does not meet the criteria for landmark designation as set forth in City Code, the Commission should review this proposal, which will result in a determination that the house no longer contributes to the pending historic district: a. Architecture. The house is a simple frame 1920s bungalow with few alterations. However, bungalows like this are common in Austin and this one presents no architectural distinction to warrant consideration of landmark designation for architectural significance. b. Historical association. The house was moved onto the lot in 1948 from an unknown location so its early history is also unknown. There do not appear to be any significant historical associations based upon the occupants of the house on this site. c. Archaeology. The house was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The house does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Encourage the applicants to consider a design for the addition that would retain the articulation of this house as a bungalow. If the applicant proceeds with the current plans, not only will the house be rendered non-contributing to the historic district, but it will have lost all semblance of bungalow …
Residential New Construction and Addition Permit Application DevelopmentATX.com | Phone: 311 (or 512-974-2000 outside Austin) For submittal and fee information, see austintexas.gov/digitaldevelopment Download application before entering information. Property Information Project Address: Legal Description: Zoning District: Tax Parcel ID: Lot Area (sq ft): Historic District (if applicable): Neighborhood Plan Area (if applicable): Required Reviews Is project participating in S.M.A.R.T. Housing? Y N (If yes, attach signed certification letter from NHCD, and signed conditional approval letter from Austin Energy Green Building) Is this site within an Airport Overlay Zone? Y N (If yes, approval through Aviation is required) Does project have a Green Building requirement? Y N (If yes, attach signed conditional approval letter from Austin Energy Green Building) Does this site have a septic system? Y N (If yes, submit a copy of approved septic permit. OSSF review required) Does the structure exceed 3,600 square feet total under roof? Y N (If yes, Fire review is required) Is this property within 200 feet of a hazardous pipeline? Y N (If yes, Fire review is required) Is this site located within an Erosion Hazard Zone? Y N (If yes, EHZ review is required) Are there trees 19” or greater in diameter on/adjacent to the property? Y N If yes, how many?_____ ( Provide plans with a tree survey, tree review required.) Was there a pre-development consultation for the Tree Review? Y N Is this property within 100 feet of the 100-year floodplain? Y N (Proximity to floodplain may require additional review time.) Proposed impacts to trees: (Check all that apply) Root zone Canopy Removal None/Uncertain Is this site within the Residential Design and Compatibility Standards Ordinance Boundary Area? (LDC 25-2 Subchapter F) Y N Is this site in the Capital View Corridor? Y N (If yes, a preliminary review through land use is needed to determine if full view corridor review is required.) Does this site currently have: water availability? Y N wastewater availability? Y N Does this site have or will it have an auxiliary water source? Y N (If yes, submit approved auxiliary and potable plumbing plans.) (Auxiliary water supplies are wells, rainwater harvesting, river water, lake water, reclaimed water, etc.) Does this site require a cut or fill in excess of four (4) feet? Y N (If yes, contact the Development Assistance Center for a Site Plan Exemption) Is this site within the Waterfront Overlay? Y N (LDC 25-2 …
Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Cc: Paula Kothmann Friday, December 11, 2020 11:56 AM PAZ Preservation > Subject: D.9 2102 Alta Vista Drive (HDP-2020-0474): request to postpone *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Commissioners: I'm a resident of the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register District. I respectfully request that you consider postponing the case for D.9 2102 Alta Vista Drive (HDP‐2020‐0474). This property is a contributing property to our District. I support that the owners want to remodel rather than demolish. I have asked the architect to describe how the proposed plans conform to your new Design Guidelines. At this point I do not have that information. I plan to speak at the meeting on Monday and will be happy to answer any questions at that time. Thank you for your efforts to preserve our historic properties! Kind regards, Paula Kothmann Preservation Committee, SRCC ‐‐ Paula Kothmann, CMM Investment Real Estate Consultant Certified Minerals Manager Associate 1317 Kenwood Ave/Austin, TX 78704 512.470.2405 Texas Real Estate Commission License #664403 Brigham Real Estate (Austin) Mayfair International Realty (London) 1 ‐‐ Paula Kothmann, CMM Investment Real Estate Consultant Certified Minerals Manager Associate 1317 Kenwood Ave/Austin, TX 78704 512.470.2405 Texas Real Estate Commission License #664403 Brigham Real Estate (Austin) Mayfair International Realty (London) Director, Texas Chapter, District One National Association of Royalty Owners Member, Board of Directors Texas Energy Council CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2
City of Austin Central Fire & EMS Station Historic Landmark Commission – Design Overview Presentation 14 December 2020 Context Location: 401 E. 5th St Part of a block owned by the city Block includes the O. Henry Museum Project is being coordinated with the development of Brush Square Park, which is a separate project led by the Parks and Recreation Department Introduction Overview Constructed in 1938 Architect: Kreisle and Brooks Constructed under the Public Works Administration (WPA) National Register of Historic Places in 2000 Building History Overview Annex added in 1962 by architect Eugene Wukash Building History Overview Non-historic windows added in 1980s Building History Historic Moderne style (Streamline Moderne) Simplicity of ornamentation Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Use of building materials as decoration Subtle patterning Brick coursing Symbolic towers Nickel-finished lights Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Curved portico Corner approach Key Features and Stylistic Elements Historic Layering of elements Massing plays with symmetry and asymmetry Key Features and Stylistic Elements Preservation The proposed changes ensure the facility will continue to operate in its historic location efficiently functioning as its original purpose for years into the future. Maintain Original Intended Use Preservation Window replacements will more closely match the original design Original Current Proposed Return to Original Design Elements Preservation Brick will be cleaned and repaired Lintels will be refurbished Eroded plaster on soffits will be replaced Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement Program Improved emergency response through bay door height increase to accommodate modern vehicle sizes Interior reconfiguration to accommodate gender equity Existing Proposed End-user’s Long-term Needs Existing Proposed Program Improvement of life safety through sprinklers and additional egress Making the building accessible (ADA and elevator addition) Energy efficiency (Windows, Envelope, and HVAC) Preserve the building’s inclusion on the National Historic Register City’s Objectives Plan Changes Change to Existing Addition Existing First Floor 558 SF (4.6%) Proposed Plan Changes Change to Existing Addition Existing Second Floor 558 SF (4.6%) Proposed Façade Changes Change to Existing Addition Existing E. 5th Street Proposed Façade Changes Change to Existing Addition Trinity Street Existing Proposed Signage Changes Existing Main Sign Proposed Signage Changes Remove Ancillary Signs Add Addition Minimize the addition to only what is programmatically necessary Original=12,031 SF / Addition=515 SF / 4.3% gross square footage increase Keep It Small Addition Use the parking-lot side to preserve the 5th and Trinity Street facades which are the most crucial to the historic character …
416 W. 12th St. One-Pager: Keeping DKG Working for Women Educators The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (DKG) is proposing a downtown project that will allow DKG to revitalize and better achieve its mission and vision while helping the city meet its housing goals. DKG is requesting DMU zoning, which would allow for development of a transit-supportive downtown project along a future rail line, with 280 units above ground-floor commercial. The project would be accomplished through participating in the Downtown Density Bonus program. DKG has a strong legacy of supporting and empowering women educators and leaders. Dr. Annie Webb Blanton, the first woman elected to statewide office in Texas and the third woman ever promoted to the rank of professor at UT, founded DKG on UT’s campus in 1929. Dr. Blanton founded DKG at UT campus as a way to organize women to fight gender discrimination, advocate for pro-education legislation, and assist women educators in their professional development. Today, DKG’s grants and programs provide support to female educators and students across the world. DKG’s membership has declined in recent years. As a result, its current leadership is looking to revitalize and expand the organization in order to deliver on Dr. Blanton’s vision. The building’s age is forcing DKG to divert resources from its mission to pay for maintenance and is preventing DKG from retrofitting it for modern technology, The Historic Landmark Commission has initiated an historic zoning case for DKG’s office building. If approved, historic zoning would directly threaten DKG’s ability to carry out its mission. Under the requested DMU zoning, DKG could strategically target resources toward mission-oriented activities. In contrast, historic zoning would preclude DKG from carrying out this plan, forcing them to divert more resources to building maintenance and threatening their financial stability. Dr. Blanton never saw the office now being considered for historic zoning. Four other locations served as DKG’s headquarters before they relocated to 416 W. 12th St. While DKG’s office is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, that application was completed as part of a student’s class project, and DKG was explicitly told it would not restrict the property. In a February 2011 email exchange, the National Register coordinator told DKG explicitly that “Listing in the National Register imposes absolutely NO RESTRICTIONS [sic] on private property.” Approving DMU zoning instead of historic zoning would …
416 W. 12th St. Keep DKG Working for Women Educators 1 Overview Project: Rezone to DMU and reject historic zoning, which will: • Keep Delta Kappa Gamma healthy and strong, and • Provide a downtown project that supports housing goals. Presentation: • Overview (Michael Whellan) • Project Proposal (Architects) • Delta Kappa Gamma’s Work (DKG Members) • Delta Kappa Gamma’s History (DKG Leadership) 2 Key Facts • Delta Kappa Gamma is not a building – it is an active organization. DKG’s programs support women educators around the world. • Delta Kappa Gamma’s history predates this office building. This site is DKG’s fifth location. DKG’s founder, Dr. Annie Webb Blanton, died over a decade before they relocated to 416 W. 12th St. • This project is critical to Delta Kappa Gamma’s future. Historic zoning would restrict one of their key resources and lock in escalating building costs at the expense of DKG’s mission and health. 3 Delta Kappa Gamma 1929 Dr. Annie Webb Blanton founds DKG on UT’s campus as a way to organize women to fight gender discrimination and support women educators. 1945 Dr. Annie Webb Blanton passes away. 1956 Delta Kappa Gamma relocates to 416 W. 12th St., its fifth location. 4 National Register Status In 2011, an architecture student sought National Register Status for DKG for a class project. The state informed DKG this would not restrict the site. Delta Kappa Gamma: “Can you tell me what restrictions or impact this would have on the property?” National Register Coordinator: “Listing in the National Register imposes absolutely NO RESTRICTIONS on private property.” February 2011 Exchange Excerpt 5 DKG’s Request vs. Historic Zoning Outcomes DMU Zoning Historic Zoning Revitalizes Delta Kappa Gamma. Helps Meet City Housing Goals. Funds Permanent Supportive Housing. Supports Robust Transit System. Structural Preservation. ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✓ 6 Recap Delta Kappa Gamma supports women educators and students around the world – but faces a number of challenges, including issues with their current office building. DKG has requested DMU zoning, which would allow them to strategically target their resources and revitalize, while helping the city better meet its own goals. However, historic zoning would restrict one of DKG’s key resources and lock in long‐term costs, threatening their financial stability and future. 7
Delta Kappa Gamma A Brief History Annie Webb Blanton Professor University of Texas 1 2610 Whitis First Home of Delta Kappa Gamma 2 Our Founders Dr. Annie Webb Blanton, Austin, Texas Miss Mamie Sue Bastian, Houston, Texas Miss Ruby Cole, San Antonio, Texas Miss Mabel Youree Grizzard, Waxahachie, Texas 3 Our Founders Mrs. Ruby Terrill Lomax, Austin, Texas Dr. Cora M. Martin, Austin, Texas Mrs. Lalla M. Odom, Austin, Texas Miss Lela Lee Williams, Dallas, Texas 4 Our Founders Dr. Anna Hiss, Austin, Texas Miss Ray King, Fort Worth, Texas Miss Sue King, Fort Worth, Texas Dr. Helen Lois Koch, Austin, Texas 5 DKG Constitution Passed During First Meeting at 2610 Whitis 6 DKG Membership Ms. Blanton asked members keep the organization a secret 7 1909 Cliff Dr. Second Home of Delta Kappa Gamma 8 Littlefield Building Third Home of Delta Kappa Gamma 9 1309 Brazos St. Fourth Home of Delta Kappa Gamma 10 Delta Kappa Gamma Became an international non-profit in 1953 11 International Convention 2018 Delta Kappa Gamma Convention 12 Allow DKG to continue its international work for women educators at a new Austin location. Vote No on the recommendation to zone the property historic. 13
Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: Rosemary Merriam Saturday, December 12, 2020 7:12 PM PAZ Preservation HLC Meeting Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Completed *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** C.11 1510 Palma Plaza GF 20‐180133 Speak and request a postponement on this item until the January HLC meeting. Rosemary Merriam 512 477‐2382 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: Steiker, Jordan M Sunday, December 13, 2020 9:48 AM PAZ Preservation Re: Case GF 20-171512 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Our historic home is next door to the proposed home and it would be built to block the view of the entire side of our 1926 property (currently their driveway is adjacent to our home). On Dec 13, 2020, at 9:38 AM, Steiker, Jordan M wrote: Dear Angela, We would like to speak tomorrow regarding case number GF 20‐171512. We oppose the demolition as well as the new plans. Jordan Steiker and Lori Holleran 1 Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: Steiker, Jordan M Sunday, December 13, 2020 11:29 AM PAZ Preservation Re: Case GF 20-171512 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Here’s a street view — the view that would be obstructed if project moves forward. Our house was built with the expectation of a driveway in between lots, and it’s historic character would be diminished by building a new structure right on the eastern edge of property. On Dec 13, 2020, at 9:47 AM, Steiker, Jordan M wrote: Our historic home is next door to the proposed home and it would be built to block the view of the entire side of our 1926 property (currently their driveway is adjacent to our home). <image.jpg> 1 On Dec 13, 2020, at 9:38 AM, Steiker, Jordan M wrote: Dear Angela, We would like to speak tomorrow regarding case number GF 20‐171512. We oppose the demolition as well as the new plans. Jordan Steiker and Lori Holleran CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2 Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Sadowsky, Steve Monday, December 14, 2020 9:02 AM Gaudette, Angela Contreras, Kalan Fw: 1517 Murray Lane Steve Sadowsky Historic Preservation Officer City of Austin, Texas 974‐6454 From: Bill Dorman Sent: Monday, December 14, 2020 8:39 AM To: Sadowsky, Steve <Steve.Sadowsky@austintexas.gov> Subject: 1517 Murray Lane *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Historic Landmark Commission, On behalf of the Old Enfield Homeowners Association, I am writing in opposition to the proposed project at 1517 Murray Lane that is on your agenda this evening. This is a designated …
Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: Melanie Martinez Sunday, December 13, 2020 11:07 AM Jacob, Mathew - BC; Papavasiliou, Alexander - BC; Little, Kelly - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Heimsath, Ben - BC; Myers, Terri - BC; Featherston, Witt; Tollett, Blake - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC; Valenzuela, Sarah - BC; Bertron, Cara; Sadowsky, Steve; bc-Caroline.Wright@austin.texas.gov; Gaudette, Angela; PAZ Preservation 1400 & 1402 Drake Ave., HDP-2020-0474 & HDP-2020-0400 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Commissioners, I'm a long‐time resident of Fairview Park, and one of the many neighbors who spent the past 15 years working toward our National Register historic district designation. I also volunteer on the SRCC's Preservation Committee but I'm writing as an individual and not on behalf of that group. I oppose the demolition of 1400 & 1402 Drake Ave. (HDP‐2020‐0400 & HDP‐2020‐0474) for the same reasons as previously stated. This house is contributing to our historic district, and its location, while not considered "unique," does not diminish the value of a character‐defining home on a corner lot. As you know, a historic district considers the whole, and not just landmark‐status properties. While we can't forbid these demolitions, it would be helpful to know the plans for these lots. Sadly, demolitions on a corner lot seem to cause a cascade of demolitions down the block, leading to more losses. Demolishing 1402 Drake, as well, only exacerbates this effect. I hope this commission can encourage the owner of these properties to work with the SRCC's Preservation Committee and the city's Preservation Office to develop a plan that would retain the facades of these homes while still being able to remodel and expand in a sensitive way. I'm sure there must be an alternative to demolition. Thank you for your consideration, Melanie Martinez 1214 Newning Ave. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: PAZ Preservation Monday, December 14, 2020 9:19 AM Gaudette, Angela FW: Review Case Number: GF 20-171534 From: Brett Schwab Sent: Monday, December 14, 2020 3:18:46 PM (UTC+00:00) Monrovia, Reykjavik To: PAZ Preservation Cc: Subject: Review Case Number: GF 20-171534 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** We are all property owners in the Oak Parks subdivision as well as officers of the Oak Parks Subdivision Neighborhood Association. This subdivision is directly behind the land at 5613 Patton Ranch Road where the demolition of historic buildings has been requested (Historic Case Number: PR-20-159810, Review Case Number: GF 20-171534, permit/case number 2020-159810 PR). The Oak Hill Association of Neighborhoods forwarded the notice of public hearing on demolition at 5:23 PM pm on Sunday Dec 13, which is why we did not sign up to speak at the meeting (since the deadline was noon on Sunday). We are writing this letter to strongly object to the demolition request for the following reasons: 1. The Oak Parks Subdivision Neighborhood Association Executive Committee as well as other interested neighborhoods were not notified in time to participate in the meeting. 2. The request to demolish is related to St. Andrew’s request to rezone the property to MF-4-NP and build a 295-unit apartment complex (2020-171561 ZC), demolishing one building (this property in question). Despite the neighborhood plan at http://www.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=124183 identifying the house as historic and the TDOT Report for Historical Studies Survey at https://www.oakhillparkway.com/DEIS/27a_OHP-DEIS-AppendixL.pdf identitying the house and some of the outbuildings as historic, a neighborhood plan amendment was not found to be needed. 3. St. Andrew’s (the property owners) was aware of the issues with people vandalizing the building and did not try to clean up / protect the buildings until they received a code violation in July 2020 when they were selling the land to another school (that school ended up selling the property back to St. Andrew’s). One of the executive committee members, Brett Schwab frequently reported to the school every time he saw trash dumped or the building vandalized. We are not historic preservation experts so do not know whether the building can be saved. But we do know this feels rushed to facilitate the rezoning request and want to be sure interested parties have time to respond and historic experts can look at the buildings to see if anything can be salvaged before they are destroyed. …
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Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: Melanie Martinez < Sunday, December 13, 2020 11:10 AM Heimsath, Ben - BC; Myers, Terri - BC; Featherston, Witt; Papavasiliou, Alexander - BC; Tollett, Blake - BC; Little, Kelly - BC; Jacob, Mathew - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Bertron, Cara; Valenzuela, Sarah - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC; Sadowsky, Steve; bc-Caroline.Wright@austin.texas.gov; Gaudette, Angela; PAZ Preservation Item D-4 514 Academy Dr,. HDP-2020-0424 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Commissioners, I'm a long‐time resident of Fairview Park, and one of the neighbors who spent the past 15 years working toward our National Register historic district designation. I also volunteer on the SRCC's Preservation Committee but I'm writing as an individual and not on behalf of that group. I oppose the demolition of 514 Academy Dr, HDP2020‐0424. I live near this property and completed my opposition statement in writing last month. I have not seen any plans yet for this lot, so I am still opposed to demolition. This section of Academy's historic streetscape has barely been touched by new construction, so losing a contributing property in the middle of the block‐‐so close to the historic Kirkland‐Mather House (The Academy)‐‐makes a jarring statement and diminishes the character of our historic district. Should the owner want to learn more about the possibilities of restoring the house, even with an addition and ADU, they could create an income‐producing property and earn tax credits for rehabilitation. Or they could sell that remodeled property as an income‐producing property. I believe people moving to Austin desire homes like these that provide the "missing middle" and can be a benefit, rather than a waste of embodied energy and history thrown in the dump. Of course, I cannot speak to the owners' intent. If they desire to be part of our community, I'm sure a meeting with our neighborhood's Preservation Committee would be fruitful and could open up more possibilities for compromise and find design approaches that wouldn't remove this contributing property from our historic district. Thank you for your consideration, Melanie Martinez 1214 Newning Ave. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
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Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: Melanie Martinez < Sunday, December 13, 2020 11:22 AM Heimsath, Ben - BC; Myers, Terri - BC; Little, Kelly - BC; Jacob, Mathew - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Bertron, Cara; Featherston, Witt; Papavasiliou, Alexander - BC; Tollett, Blake - BC; Valenzuela, Sarah - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC; Sadowsky, Steve; bc-Caroline.Wright@austin.texas.gov; Gaudette, Angela; PAZ Preservation Item D-6 1414 Alameda Dr. HDP-2020-0453 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Commissioners, I'm a long‐time resident of Fairview Park, and one of the neighbors who spent the past 15 years working toward our National Register historic district designation. I also volunteer on the SRCC's Preservation Committee but I'm writing as an individual and not on behalf of that group. I oppose the demolition of 1414 Alameda HDP‐2020‐0453, given the house's contributing status to the historic district and its level of integrity. It would be nice to see the plans for what would replace this house so I could speak more directly to the issues demolition would cause. Ideally, the house could be restored and remodeled, possibly with an ADU. The owner might like to know more about tax credits for rehabilitation which could offset some of the costs, should they choose to use the property for income. While this house is a working‐class home, it is still valuable to our community's historic character and, in combination with the other working‐class homes, tells the story of our community. I feel sure that if the owners would like to meet with members of our neighborhood's Preservation Committee, there might be a good design solution that would benefit both the owner and our historic district. Sincerely, Melanie Martinez 1214 Newning Ave. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Gaudette, Angela From: Sent: To: Subject: > Melanie Martinez < Sunday, December 13, 2020 11:37 AM Heimsath, Ben - BC; Myers, Terri - BC; Little, Kelly - BC; Jacob, Mathew - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Bertron, Cara; Featherston, Witt; Papavasiliou, Alexander - BC; Tollett, Blake - BC; Valenzuela, Sarah - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC; Sadowsky, Steve; bc-Caroline.Wright@austin.texas.gov; Gaudette, Angela; PAZ Preservation D-7 1016 Avondale Rd. GF-2020-175404 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Commissioners, I'm a long‐time resident of Fairview Park, and one of the neighbors who spent the past 15 years working toward our National Register historic district designation. I also volunteer on the SRCC's Preservation Committee but I'm writing as an individual and not on behalf of that group. I am writing to ask the owners of 1016 Avondale Rd. GF‐2020‐175404 to please consider the Mid‐Century Modern character of this home in their addition and to retain the streetview facade. I would also encourage them not to paint the natural stone. As the choice of fenestration will have such a big impact on the facade, I hope they will work with the Preservation office and their architect to select a period‐appropriate style. Thank you for your consideration, Melanie Martinez 1214 Newning Ave. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Concerning: Case Number: GF 20-178291 – 3107 DANCY ST 1. In the past a determination was made that this house warranted historical certification. There is no reason to assume that this is no longer valid. In addition, this past determination has the weight of a formal verification process. 2. Historical zoning is an exchange of value-received (reduced taxes) for having a development easement assigned to the property. This easement goes with the property, just like a drainage easement or a flood zone determination. Existing and/or previous landowners have already received value in exchange for adding an easement which remains with the property. That was the deal and they made it. 3. Historical certification might increase or decrease the resale value of the property. In any case, the current property owner purchased the property with eyes wide open with regard to this restriction (which reasonably was factored into the purchase price) and so no argument of undue hardship is warranted. 4. The very nature of historical certification is intended to protect property against the variations of valuation over time which might make it profitable to demolish and redevelop a site. That was the agreement which made upon applying for and accepting the historical certification and that is the arrangement which should be applied to the consideration of this request. Summary: The request should be denied. A valid and binding exchange of value-received for encumbering the property with a development easement was made and this type of development easement, by its very nature, should not subject to the whims of redevelopment valuation. Thomas Mayer 13-Dec-2020
