Historic Review Application For Office Use Only Date of Submission:_________________________________ Case #:____________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Historic Preservation Office approval Date of Approval:___________________________________ Property Address: ______________________________________________________ Historic Landmark Historic District (Local) National Register Historic District Historic Landmark or Historic District Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________ Applicant Name: _______________________________ Phone #: ______________________ Email: ______________________________ Applicant Address: _______________________________ City: _______________________ __ State: ________________ Zip: __________ Please describe all proposed exterior work with location and materials. If you need more space, attach an additional sheet. PROPOSED WORK LOCATION OF PROPOSED WORK PROPOSED MATERIAL(S) 1) 2) 3) Submittal Requirements 1. One set of dimensioned building plans. Plans must: a) specify materials and finishes to be used, and b) show existing and proposed conditions for alterations and additions. Site Plan Elevations Floor Plan Roof Plan 2. Color photographs of building and site: Elevation(s) proposed to be modified Detailed view of each area proposed to be modified Any changes to these plans must be reviewed and approved by the Historic Preservation Office and/or Historic Landmark Commission. Applicant Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________ Submit complete application, drawings, and photos to preservation@austintexas.gov. Call (512) 974-3393 with questions. Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Adopted December 2012 Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Landmarks and National Register historic district properties If you are making changes to a historic landmark, the project must comply with these standards to receive a Certificate of Appropriateness. If you are making changes to a contributing property or constructing a new building within a National Register historic district, consider the standards below as advisory guidelines: 1. Use a property for its historic purpose or place it in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 2. Retain and preserve the historic character or a property shall be retained and preserved. Avoid the removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property. 3. Recognize each property as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken. 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a historic property shall be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features shall …
Gator Dodson Dodson House Moving May 16, 2025 | 81 Photos Castleman-Bull House and Trask Relocation Cover Page 1 / 39 Loading King Stone House - Castleman-Bull House and Trask Relocation Castleman-Bull House and Trask Relocation May 16, 2025 Historical Stone and Brick Buildings Historical Stone and Brick Buildings 1. Introduction Relocating historical stone and brick buildings is an intricate and sensitive process. These structures are often fragile due to age, original construction techniques, and exposure to environmental con- ditions over time. Preserving their integrity requires extensive planning, precision, and collaboration among engineers, architects, historians, and preservation specialists. This report outlines the key steps and considerations involved in moving these buildings, with a focus on pre-move assessments, engineering design, stabilization, and execution. 2. Preliminary Assessments and Planning Before any physical work begins on site, hundreds of hours are spent evaluating the building and planning the safest and most practical relocation method. Key activities in this stage include: 2.1 Historical Research • Document the building's historical significance, construction date, and architectural features. • Review archival records, blueprints, and any previous modifications or restoration work. 2.2 Site Survey and Structural Assessment • Conduct a detailed survey of the existing site and building footprint. • Evaluate the structural integrity of the stone and brickwork, including mortar condition and internal framing. • Identify areas of weakness, instability, or prior damage. 2.3 Documentation and Measurement • Create accurate drawings of the building. • Record all architectural details to ensure faithful reconstruction if needed. • Photograph and catalogue each section for reference and potential reconstruction. 3. Engineering Analysis and Relocation Planning 3.1 Structural Calculations • Perform load calculations to determine the weight and stress distribution across the structure. • Assess foundation and soil conditions at both the existing and new sites. 3.2 Method Selection • Decide between full-structure relocation, partial disassembly and reassembly, or façade preser- vation. • Choose a transportation method 3.3 Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning • Identify potential risks during lifting, transport, and reinstallation. • Develop contingency plans for areas of concern during the loading method. 4. Pre-Move Stabilization and Preparation 4.1 Structural Reinforcement • Install internal and external bracing to prevent collapse or deformation during the move. • Reinforce weak areas using reversible and non-invasive techniques. 4.2 Disconnection and Excavation • Safely disconnect utilities and services. • Excavate around the foundation to install lifting steel or prepare for undercutting. 4.3 Permitting and …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-071074 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE 201 RED RIVER STREET 9 – 1 PROPOSAL Relocate the Castleman-Bull House in accordance with City Council Resolution No. 20250605-022, directing staff to facilitate the rezoning of Convention Center properties. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Prepare the building for moving, including bracing and photographic documentation. 2) Move the building to a temporary staging area on E. 3rd Street for storage during Convention Center construction, mothballing according to best practices outlined by the National Parks Service. The masonry structure will be lifted off its non-historic foundation and the limestone masonry veneer and porch pier brick material will be removed and tagged for replacement on the structure in its final location. Non-historic exterior stairs and planters will also be removed. The wood porch will be detached from the masonry structure and protected for reattachment at the final location. 3) Move the building to its final location within the newly H-zoned portion of the property, rotating it 90 degrees to face the Waterloo Greenway trailhead. See site plan in backup. ARCHITECTURE Two-story rectangular structure with elements of the Italianate style, including a low-pitched roof, overhanging eaves set on decorative brackets, tall and narrow arched windows with hooded trim, and a one-story porch across the front façade. The house is symmetrical in plan, each floor having a center hall flanked by two square rooms with fireplaces in the interior walls. DESIGN STANDARDS The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Demolition and Relocation 1.1 Do not demolish or relocate a historic building. 1.2 If demolition or relocation is necessary, ensure the safety of the building and any adjacent properties before, during, and afterwards. The applicants have evaluated multiple alternatives to relocation and have determined that moving the house is the only way to preserve it as the Convention Center expands. Rotating the house, which has already been moved from its original location on E. 7th Street in 2001, will not further impact its historic context. The proposal includes appropriate measures to ensure the safety of the building before, during, and after relocation. Applicants have conferred with the Architectural Review Committee to discuss options for relocation and mothballing during any required storage periods. …
CASTLEMAN-BULL AND TRASK HOUSE RELOCATION FOR AUSTIN ENERGY DISTRICT CHILLED WATER PLANT Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE - THC RTHL BUILT: 1850s RELOCATED: 1990 RENOVATED: 1992 ORIGINAL ADDRESS: 105 Neches Street CURRENT ADDRESS: 217 Red River (sometimes listed as 211 Red River) Note, current site has Historic Zoning Trask House Today Notes From City Planning Commission Meeting on 5/3/77 Trask House at Original Location, Sanborn map from 1900 Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE – PROPOSED NEW AUSTIN LOCAL LANDMARK BUILT: 1873 RELOCATED: 2001 EXTERIOR RENOVATED: 2019 ORIGINAL ADDRESS: 308 E 7TH CURRENT ADDRESS: 201 Red River Castleman-Bull House Today Castleman-Bull House in its original location, THC Historic Resources Survey Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 EXISTING SITE TRASK HOUSE HISTORIC ZONING CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 EXISTING SITE TRASK HOUSE HISTORIC ZONING FUTURE AUSTIN ENERGY DISTRICT CHILLED WATER PLANT SUBGRADE FOOTPRINT CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE – LIMITS OF DECONSTRUCTION LIMITS OF PORCH TO BE DETACHED AND MOVED LINE OF DETACHMENT MASONRY TO BE SALVAGED Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE – LIMITS OF DECONSTRUCTION LIMITS OF PORCH TO BE DETACHED AND MOVED LINE OF DETACHMENT MASONRY TO BE SALVAGED Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 HOUSE MOVING Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE – POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION PROPOSED TRASK HOUSE PERMANENT LOCATION POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION EXIST. TRASK HOUSE LOCATION APPROX. PROPOSED MOVE PATH Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE – POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION APPROX. PROPOSED MOVE PATH PROPOSED CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE PERMANENT LOCATION POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION EXIST. TRASK HOUSE LOCATION Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE – PROPOSED LOCATION PROPOSED LOCATION 50' WEST OF ORIGINAL LOCATION RELATIONSHIP TO …
Historic Review Application For Office Use Only Date of Submission:_________________________________ Case #:____________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Historic Preservation Office approval Date of Approval:___________________________________ Property Address: ______________________________________________________ Historic Landmark Historic District (Local) National Register Historic District Historic Landmark or Historic District Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________ Applicant Name: _______________________________ Phone #: ______________________ Email: ______________________________ Applicant Address: _______________________________ City: _______________________ __ State: ________________ Zip: __________ Please describe all proposed exterior work with location and materials. If you need more space, attach an additional sheet. PROPOSED WORK LOCATION OF PROPOSED WORK PROPOSED MATERIAL(S) 1) 2) 3) Submittal Requirements 1. One set of dimensioned building plans. Plans must: a) specify materials and finishes to be used, and b) show existing and proposed conditions for alterations and additions. Site Plan Elevations Floor Plan Roof Plan 2. Color photographs of building and site: Elevation(s) proposed to be modified Detailed view of each area proposed to be modified Any changes to these plans must be reviewed and approved by the Historic Preservation Office and/or Historic Landmark Commission. Applicant Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________ Submit complete application, drawings, and photos to preservation@austintexas.gov. Call (512) 974-3393 with questions. Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Adopted December 2012 Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Landmarks and National Register historic district properties If you are making changes to a historic landmark, the project must comply with these standards to receive a Certificate of Appropriateness. If you are making changes to a contributing property or constructing a new building within a National Register historic district, consider the standards below as advisory guidelines: 1. Use a property for its historic purpose or place it in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 2. Retain and preserve the historic character or a property shall be retained and preserved. Avoid the removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property. 3. Recognize each property as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken. 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a historic property shall be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features shall …
DODSON HOUSE MOVING, LLC P.O. Box 240339 San Antonio, TX 78224 Building Preparations The initial phase of work on the Trask and Castleman Bull houses involves structural preparations to ensure the buildings are secure and ready for relocation. These tasks will be needed regardless of the storage location. However, should the relocation distance be greater than a quarter to half mile from the current location, the preparation tasks will increase. The key functions include: • Bracing Windows and Doors: We will install temporary bracing to stabilize all windows and doors. We will install plywood over all openings to help secure the buildings for storage. This step is essential to protect these fragile elements during subsequent work. • Removing and Bracing Porches: The existing porch will be carefully removed and braced to allow access and facilitate further structural work. • Preparing Beam Pockets: The beam pockets will be cut out and ready to receive steel support, which will provide the necessary strength for lifting and moving the structures. • Excavation and demolition: Start removing concrete around structures and excavating down to the steel installation level. • Steel Cable Wrapping and Compression: Both structures will be entirely, securely wrapped with steel cable and compressed to reinforce the structure and prevent any shifting or damage. • Clearing AC Ducts and Lines: All air conditioning ducts and related lines will be removed or relocated to create a clear space for steel installation. • Steel Installation: We will begin installing steel supports around the house to prepare for the lift. Importantly, no lifting or detachment from the foundation will occur until the appropriate permits have been obtained. The above work will help expedite the loading phase and shorten the timeline. If we need to remove some of the above steps, that's fine; whatever they will allow us to start on will help with the timeline. Gator Dodson
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-060692 HYDE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 4411 AVENUE B 10.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a rear two-story addition. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct an addition at the rear of the existing house, which contributes to the Mary Street local historic district. Addition is proposed to be two-stories in height and located directly behind the existing one-story building. ARCHITECTURE The house at 4411 Avenue B is a single-story house with a corner inset porch that is supported by two wood posts. The building is elevated on piers with the crawlspace covered in a concrete skirt. The walls are clad in narrow teardrop siding with fascia above. A hipped roof clad in metal covers the entire house and is set at a moderate pitch. The front and side windows all appear to be original wood frames and covered in screens. The front entry is at the rear of the inset porch. Overall, the house has excellent integrity and is good condition. DESIGN STANDARDS The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 4. Residential Standards: Additions to Contributing Single Family and Multi-Family Structures 4.1. Preservation of Historic Character Any removal of original fabric is located entirely at the rear elevation. Though a two-story addition, it excellently reflects the form and style of the main house and overall district. 4.2. Location Addition is at the rear and will be minimally visible from the street. 4.3. Roof, Fenestration, and Siding Roof pitch and form matches the existing front house. Though likely not visible from the street, two second story windows on the front elevation are matching the configuration of the historic. Proposed siding is compatible with the existing. 4.4. Size and Scale of Addition Both floors of the addition match the floor-to-ceiling height of the original house. Second floor does not begin until over 15 feet from the front of the house and does not visually overwhelm the building. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. COMMITTEE FEEDBACK Reduce the overall verticality of the addition if possible and refine the roof pitch to further reduce the visibility of the addition from the street. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the application. LOCATION MAP 10.0 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 10.0 – 3 Permit application, 2025 Zillow listing, 2025
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4111 AVE B, Austin, TX Vicinity Map INDEX Sheet Name COVER SHEET CURRENT & PROPOSED SITE PLAN EXISTING DEMOLITION ROOF PLAN PROPOSED ROOF PLAN EXISTING AND DEMOLISHED ROOF PLAN PROPOSED 1ST FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED 2ND FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED ELEVATION NORTH & SOUTH PROPOSED ELEVATION EAST & WEST PROPOSED SECTION A & B PROPOSED SECTION C & D DOOR WINDOW SCHEDULE TYPICAL FRAMING DETAILS TYPICAL WOOD FRAMING DETAILS DETAILS DETAILS STRUCTURAL NOTES 3D VIEWS 3D VIEWS Sheet # A001 A002 A003 A004 A005 A006 A007 A008 A009 A010 A011 A012 A013 A014 A015 A016 A017 A018 A019 A020 BUILDING DATA Parcel ID: Owner Name: Parcel Address: Parcel Address City: Parcel Address Zip Code: Parcel Use Code: Parcel Use Description: Block: Lot: Calculated Acres: Calculated Parcel Sq ft: Legal Description: 0221050907 4111 AVENUE B, TX AUSTIN 78751 01 1 FAM DWELLING 17 5-6 0.1479 6,444.64 LOT 5-6 BLK 17 HYDE PARK ADDN NO 2 PROJECT SCOPE The scope of work includes the construction of new addition at 8004 Tisdale Drive, Austin including all associated site work, and utilities. GENERAL NOTES Building Codes: All work shall comply with the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), as adopted by the City of Austin. All construction shall comply with the City of Austin Land Development Code. Permits and Inspections: All necessary permits shall be obtained before the commencement of work. All inspections required by the City of Austin shall be scheduled and approved. Site Conditions: Verify all existing site conditions and dimensions before starting construction. Any discrepancies shall be reported to the architect/engineer for resolution. Utilities: Locate and protect all existing utilities. Contact utility companies before digging. All utility connections shall comply with the requirements of the respective utility providers. Demolition: Demolition of existing structures shall be done in accordance with local regulations. Ensure safe disposal of debris. Construction Standards: Follow standard construction practices and manufacturer ’ s specifications. Materials shall be new and free from defects. Safety: Maintain a safe working environment. Follow OSHA regulations. Provide appropriate signage, barriers, and protection to ensure public safety. Specific Codes and Regulations Zoning Requirements: Verify compliance with local zoning laws, including setbacks, height restrictions, and lot coverage. Energy Code: Comply with the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Accessibility: Ensure accessibility as per the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), where applicable. Fire Safety: Install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors as per …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-058287 HERITAGE GRANT RECIPIENTS: SPRING 2025 11 – 1 PROPERTY INFORMATION SCOPE OF WORK/APPLICANT ARC RECOMMENDATION Smoot House/Flower Hill 607 Pressler Street-1316 West 6th Street HR-2025-058287 Foundation repair to stabilize the 1882 west wing addition and 1928 west porch enclosure, including deconstructing and reconstructing the brick enclosure. Foundation repair to stabilize the 1928 front porch renovation, including stair, porch, and porch column underpinning. See backup for engineer report. Applicant: Natalie George Approve Appropriateness. the Certificate of STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness in accordance with Committee feedback. LOCATION MAP 11 – 2
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-073763 GREEN PASTURES 811 WEST LIVE OAK STREET 12.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a new hotel building on the grounds of a landmarked property. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS To the northwest of the existing historic house, construct a three-story hotel building containing 36 guest rooms, spa, pool, and fitness area. Construction will also include site work as part of Phase 3 of a larger project across the Green Pastures complex. Previous phases were presented to HLC and received a Certificate of Appropriateness in November 2022. ARCHITECTURE Green Pastures was built circa 1895 and designated a local historic landmark in 1979. The historic house sits in the approximate center of the property. In addition to the building, the landscaping of large oak trees is a character defining feature of the landmarked property. A previously approved hotel building is located at the southeast corner of the property. DESIGN STANDARDS The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Commercial new construction 1. Location The proposed hotel is set to the side of the property, in a corner which allows adequate space between its location and the historic structure. It is proposed to be oriented towards the historic in keeping with the general movement plan of the property. 2. Scale, massing, and height Though the hotel is three stories, its vertical appearance is minimized through its width and other horizontal design elements. Renderings indicate that it will be level with numerous tree canopies on the property, and only slightly taller than the hipped roof of the historic house. 3. Design and style Though very modern in design, choices in color and finishes generally mute the appearance and allow the hotel to fade visually amongst the site features and urban context. Design choices are also compatible with the previously approved hotel construction, which creates a uniformity amongst new construction approved on the site. 4. Materials The materials proposed read as contemporary. Cladding elements emphasize the horizontality with the goal of reducing the vertical appearance of the three-story structure. 5. Storefronts Throughout the property, the pedestrian scale is prioritized, with the hotel and spa designed to be approved on foot or through human-scale methods. 6. Parking structures …
SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U N E , 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 1 / 19 O V E R A L L S I T E P L A N WE ST LIVE OAK ST SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U N E , 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 2 / 19 SOUTH OAK CRE ST AVE S I T E P L A N | 1 ” = 8 0 ’ GREEN PASTURES PHASE ONE AND TWO SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U N E , 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 3 / 19 P H A S E 1 : M A T T I E ’ S COMPLETED P H A S E 1 - O F F I C E & P O R C H A D D I T I O N - 2 0 1 7 P H A S E 1 - M A I N B U I L D I N G E A S T F A C A D E P H A S E 1 - S O U T H P O R C H R O O F A D D I T I O N - 2 0 1 7 P H A S E 1 - S O U T H P O R C H & E A S T E V E N T E N T R Y - 2 0 1 7 SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U N E , 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 4 / 19 P H A S E 2 : T H E I N N A T G R E E N P A S T U R E S UNDER CONSTRUCTION P H A S E 2 - V …
SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U LY 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 1 / 20 O V E R A L L S I T E P L A N WE ST LIVE OAK ST SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U LY 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 2 / 20 SOUTH OAK CREST AVE S I T E P L A N | 1 ” = 8 0 ’ GREEN PASTURES PHASES ONE AND TWO SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U LY 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 3 / 20 P H A S E 1 : M A T T I E ’ S COMPLETED P H A S E 1 - O F F I C E & P O R C H A D D I T I O N - 2 0 1 7 P H A S E 1 - M A I N B U I L D I N G E A S T F A C A D E P H A S E 1 - S O U T H P O R C H R O O F A D D I T I O N - 2 0 1 7 P H A S E 1 - S O U T H P O R C H & E A S T E V E N T E N T R Y - 2 0 1 7 SPA AT GREEN PASTURES | HISTORIC REVIEW J U LY 20 2 5 • P R E L I M I N A RY— N OT FO R C O N ST RU CT I O N 4 / 20 P H A S E 2 : T H E I N N A T G R E E N P A S T U R E S UNDER CONSTRUCTION - EXPECTED COMPLETION LATE JULY 2025 P H A S E 2 - V I E W …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS JULY 2, 2025 PR-2025-029950; GF-2025-033059; HR-2025-056344 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 1703 ALAMEDA DRIVE 14.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1939 house and construct a residence. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Demolish the existing one-story house, which contributes to the National Register district. Construct a two-story house in generally the same location on the lot. ARCHITECTURE Built in a simple, minimal traditional form, the house at 1703 Alameda Drive is set at grade slightly above the street and is rectangular in plan with a small front porch cutout at one corner. The exterior is clad in horizontal wood siding, and original screen are present at the four front windows, along with a screen door at the rear of the porch for the main entry. There is minimal overhang from the hipped roof, which is clad in composition shingle. The house features numerous windows on all sides, typically paired or arranged in three units, side-by-side. A pier-and-beam foundation supports the one-story structure. The house is in good condition and has seen minimal alterations since construction. RESEARCH After construction around 1939, the house was first owned by Hiram & Doris Brown, who worked at local businesses such as Texas Cleaners & Shoe Repair. The Browns owned the property through World War II, and shortly after was sold to Charles & Bertha Kinney. Charles Kinney worked as a salesman and Bertha worked for many years as a clerk at the Internal Revenue Service. For a time, their adult son lived with them while attending the University of Texas. DESIGN STANDARDS The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location Proposed construction is generally on the same footprint as the existing house and matches setback to other houses on the street. 2. Orientation The proposed residence is oriented towards the street, like the existing house and neighbors on the same street. 3. Scale, massing, and height Generally, the neighbors on the same street have single-story houses or, if there is a second floor, it is setback from the front or visually hidden by a side-gabled roof. There is no setback in this design, nor does the plan call for breaking up the height …
SITE NOTES EROSION CONTROL 1. The contractor shall install erosion/sedimentation controls and tree/natural area protective fencing prior to any site preparation work (clearing, grubbing or excavation). 2. The contractor is required to inspect the controls and fences at weekly intervals and after significant rainfall events to insure that they are functioning properly. The person(s) responsible for maintenance of controls and fences shall immediately make any necessary repairs to damaged areas. Silt accumulation at controls must be removed when the depth reaches six (6) inches. TREE PROTECTION 1. All trees and natural areas shown on plan to be preserved shall be protected during construction with temporary fencing. 2. Protective fences shall be erected according to City of Austin Standards for Tree Protection. 3. Protective fences shall be installed prior to the start of any site preparation work (clearing, grubbing or grading), and shall be maintained throughout all phases of the construction project. 4. Erosion and sedimentation control barriers shall be installed or maintained in a manner which does not result in soil build-up within tree drip lines. 5. Protective fences shall surround the trees or group of trees, and will be located at the outermost limit of branches (drip line) , for natural areas, protective fences shall follow the Limit of Construction line, in order to prevent the following: A. Soil compaction in the root zone area resulting from vehicular traffic or storage of equipment or materials; B. Root zone disturbances due to grade changes (greater than 6 inches cut or fill), or trenching not reviewed and authorized by the City Aborist; C. Wounds to exposed roots, trunk or limbs by mechanical equipment; D. Other activities detrimental to trees such as chemical storage, cement truck cleaning, and fires. VISITABLE EXTERIOR ROUTE 1:12 SLOPE = 8.3% VISITABLE ENTRANCE SURFACE SHALL BE STABLE, FIRM, AND SLIP RESISTANT. PAVERS USED AS AN EXTERIOR VISITABLE ROUTE SHALL BE LEVEL WITH GAPS NO MORE THAN 1/2 IN. THE GAPS SHALL BE FILLED WITH A MATERIAL THAT IS STABLE AND FIRM AND LEVEL WITH THE PAVERS. THE ROUTE ALSO SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM WIDTH OF 36" WITH A CROSS SLOPE NO GREATER THAN 2% E P O L S 2 1 : 6 2 1 : 6 E P O L S E P O L S 2 1 : 6 6:12 SLOPE 6:12 SLOPE 2 1 : 6 E P O L S E P O …
1703 Alameda Historic Landmark Commission Response Introduction We are pleased to submit this architectural proposal for a modest guest house designed in partnership with well known local architects for a young family living in the adjacent home. Unfortunately, we aren’t able to make the meeting, but we remain fully committed to the process. The homeowners—Austin residents with two small children—purchased the neighboring property to create a dedicated space for their elderly mother as well as enhance their outdoor living environment with a park-like setting. Jack Boothe Construction built their current home and has now been entrusted to lead this project as well, with the shared goal of creating a thoughtful, cohesive addition to their property. Over the past decade, Jack Boothe Construction completed several high-quality homes in Travis Heights. We have the reputation to always build with great care to complement the fabric of the neighborhood. We welcome thoughtful feedback from the Committee that can help refine and improve this plan as we continue our commitment to building responsibly and respectfully within this historic community. Scale, massing, and height • HLC Comment: Generally, the neighbors on the same street have single-story houses or, if there is a second floor, it is setback from the front or visually hidden by a side-gabled roof. There is no setback in this design, nor does the plan call for breaking up the height visually from the ground to the top of the second story. • Reply: Both adjacent properties—one of which is a contributing structure—are two-story homes. The proposed second story at 1703 Alameda has been carefully designed with thoughtful setbacks to reduce visual impact: 12 feet from the leftmost forward wall, 4 feet from the front of the porch, and 13 feet from the rightmost portion of the front-facing wall. Additionally, the front porch features its own distinct roofline, which further helps to break up the vertical massing and soften the visual transition from the ground level to the second story. • HLC Comment: The massing features the two-story central mass with a projecting front garage and a corner bedroom on the ground floor, along with a kitchen and living room at the rear.” • Reply: The two-story central mass of 1703 Alameda is set back from the projecting front-facing garage and the corner bedroom on the ground floor. A covered front porch, positioned between these two elements, further breaks up the front …
1703 Alameda Response to questions posed at ARC • Comment made: • Design/Exterior Materials: • Questions about consistency and appropriateness in the historic setting. • Observed that the design appears to take inspiration from a new neighboring house (stucco), rather than fitting the established character of the street. • Response • We have reconsidered using stucco as the primary siding and will be using a combination of Siding from the 1700 Block of contributing houses. Which include: • Board and Batton • Horizontal Siding • Brick/Stone • Renderings and drawings have not been updated as the turnaround time was short, but will re-submit ASAP. Introduction – Response to questions posed at ARC. • Comment made: • Garage Placement and Grade Issues: • Concerns about the garage being set lower relative to the main floor, producing a split-level effect. • Questions about the site plan's handling of natural grade and the garage's elevation, with some confusion based on the submitted drawings. • Excavation is being used to keep the building's profile lower, but this may create practical or visual inconsistencies. • Response • 5’ elevation gain (526’-532’) in house footprint • Visitability of the entire main living area was the primary focus • Combination of excavation in the back yard to help reduce the overall height of the house and grading in the front of the house to help blend the driveway to the natural grade will be used. Introduction – Response to questions posed at ARC. • Comment made: • Suggestions included reconsidering the prominent arch (possibly removing it or replacing with a framed opening) to help scale and reduce visual disjunction. • Response • The Arch will be removed and replaced with a framed opening (Arch still present in Included Renderings). Rough Renderings Rough Renderings
