To Whom It May Concern: We have been hired as the general contractor for Meghan Hughes home at 4200 Wilshire Parkway. We specialize in both new construction and remodeling of residential and commercial projects. In our experience, we have found new construction of most homes to be more efficient in both time and cost. New construction also allows us to properly install adequate water proofing methods and energy efficient insulation and heating and cooling systems. The existing construction of Meghan’s home will not allow for proper exterior wall and roof insulation, or adequate vapor barriers. This combination can lead to potential issues with moisture build up and possibly mold in the future. It is also our experience in remodels of homes from the 1940s, that if the owner does desire to install proper insulation and vapor barrier systems, that very little of the existing home is actually remaining at the completion of the project. Thank you for your consideration for this project. Please let us know if you need any additional information from our team at Archive Properties. Sincerely, Ken Dineen Owner - Archive Properties
Water/Wastewater Service Plan Verification Form (WWWSPV) 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive | 512-972-1000 Option 3 | AWTaps@austintexas.gov Service Address: Lot: ALL FIELDS ARE REQUIRED Block: Subdivision: Will the dwelling units be demolished? Are there multiple dwelling units on the lot? Land Status or re-subdivision? Original Address: Are new dwelling units being built? Is this a corner lot? Existing Lot Use: Proposed Use: If SFR, sq ft: If Proposed Use is Other, describe the structure to be built: Existing Bath Count: Additional Bath Count: Proposed Bath Count Meter #1: Meter #2: Existing protected trees to remain on lot? Refer to the City Arborist website for required levels of tree protection. Water meters and wastewater cleanouts are not permitted in sidewalks or driveways Relocation of services from sidewalks or driveways shall be performed at the applicant's expense. The applicant listed below attests that the information provided is deemed accurate and complete based on available records. The applicant is responsible to confirm the location and suitability of existing water and wastewater services. The applicant may be responsible for costs associated to corrections due to incomplete or invalid information provided. Applicant Name Date Applicant Phone Applicant Email Submit this form along with plot plan, site plan or building plan to AWTaps@austintexas.gov. Plans must clearly mark all utilities and any tree critical root zones. Failure to comply may result in this form being rejected. Austin Water Use Only - Submit supporting documentation to Applicant when responding Water main size: Water service size: Water service material: Existing water service line/meter location: Existing Meter #s: Shared service? Proposed new meter size(s): Existing meter size(s): If Yes, meter #/size/address: Wastewater main size: WW service size: Clean-out location: WO denoting WW service line work: Water or wastewater main located on property? REQUIRED ACTIONS Secondary Address Needed? Land Status Determination Needed? Meter Purchase Required? Utility Plan Required? Comments Taps Permitting Office Staff Signature Date of Signature Stamp WWWSPV Form - revised 10/2/2023 116 118 117 103 101 104 102 112 110 111 106 107 105 108 109 113 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 116 117 118 TREE TABLE TREE TAG NO. TREE TYPE 15.5" CEDAR ELM 14" CEDAR ELM 13.5" CEDAR ELM 11.5" CEDAR ELM 19" CEDAR ELM 18" CEDAR ELM 14.5" CEDAR ELM 15" CEDAR ELM 16" CEDAR ELM 10" CEDAR ELM 18" CEDAR ELM 19.5" CEDAR ELM 10" CEDAR ELM 19" …
June 20, 2024 Meghan Hughes 4200 Wilshire Parkway Austin, Texas 78722 Re: Structural Observations of Existing Single-Family Residence 4200 Wilshire Parkway Austin, Texas 78722 Dear Meghan, As per your request, a representative of Fort Structures has reviewed the conditions of the existing residence that was built in approximately 1948. A home inspection report was issued on May 21, 2024 by Hallmark Inspections. The existing foundation is a concrete slab on grade with shallow perimeter grade beams. The inspection report points out sheetrock cracks, foundation cracks, and exterior veneer cracks, which are indicative of foundation movement. There are many cracked floor finishes, and cracks are visible at the garage floor. This property is located in an Erosion Hazard Zone (EHZ). An EHZ Analysis was done by Capital Geotechnical Services PLLC on April 18, 2024. The 4:1 incision slope analyzed in the report encompasses the back of the existing house. In the event of a substantial flood, the back of the house would be at risk of being undermined, and could fail. We recommend that any new construction be built on a deep foundation system designed to withstand a potential flood event. Additionally, there is a vast amount of rotting wood cladding that likely extends into the walls of the structure. Extensive water damage is present in various parts of the ceiling, walls, and floor finishes. The anticipated lifespan of a single-family residence is 50 years, and this structure has surpassed that by one and a half times. Making repairs to the existing structure would be cumbersome and expensive, and nearly the entire home would end up being rebuilt. Based on the current condition and the proximity to the EHZ, we recommend building a new structure. If you have any questions regarding the information in this report, please feel free to contact me at 512-817- 9264, or Thank you for your business. Sincerely, FORT Structures, Inc By: Samuel Covey, P.E. Its: Principal, TX Reg# 123,796 FORT Structures, Inc. TBPE Firm# 18034 June 20, 2024 June 20, 2024 4200 Wilshire Structural Observation Letter PG 1 of 1
Dear City of Austin & Historic Landmark Commission, My name is Meghan Hughes, and I am writing to express the utmost importance of demolishing my current home that I own at 4200 Wilshire Parkway. My goal is to create a safe and beautifully designed dwelling, utilizing long-time Austin locals - Engineers, Contractors, and Architects. For over 17 years I’ve been a resident of 4200 Wilshire Parkway, I am very active in my community. I volunteer with the neighborhood association and have adopted Boggy Creek @ Airport Blvd. , and regularly clean the creek with my neighbors. I walk my dog everyday in the neighborhood and am engaged with the residents of Cherrywood. Prior to submitting the demolition application I went out of my way to inform my neighbors of my intentions, making my home plans available, and having the team available for questions. At the time of writing this letter, I am planning to host an open-house with the design and construction team as a courtesy to the neighborhood. My team is working to design and build a high-quality personal residence, not a speculative development for sale, that is sensitive to the neighboring context, trees, and the character of the neighborhood. This home was built in 1947 and has old inefficient windows, little insulation, rotten siding, doors that don’t fully lock (in fact an intruder broke into my bedroom two summers ago because of this issue), an HVAC system and ductwork that are over 30 years past their life expectancy with mold throughout the ducts, and a foundation that is in literal shambles, and doesn’t use best practices that we now have in 2024. A renovation of this home would be a significant and unreasonable hardship, resulting in too great of a financial burden to bare for a compromised end result, as there is a lack of valuable or potentially reusable materials, assemblies, and systems in the house, and due to obsolete building standards and construction practices that were utilized in 1947. A new home would greatly improve the existing conditions of the property, as well as improve my own health, safety, and welfare for years to come. The City of Austin has just completed a gorgeous improvement of the Pharr Tennis Center at Patterson Park, across the street from my home. I believe the improvements proposed at my property, supplemented by the recent improvements of the Pharr Tennis Facility, …
4200 WILSHIRE PARKWAYDEMOLITION PERMIT APPLICATIONHISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSIONJULY 3, 2024www.emadiarch.comemadi MEET THE TEAM: OWNER: Meghan Hughes PROPOSAL FOR TOTAL DEMOLITION FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION: Please consider the approval for total demolition of the existing failing single-story, single-family home at 4200 Wilshire Parkway that is well beyond its reasonable lifecycle and to allow the design and construction of a new single-story, single-family home for the current resident, Meghan Hughes. This is not a speculative design to be built and sold, nor is it a rental or STR cash-flow property - it is a dream home. As evidenced by the numerous support letters provided as backup, Meghan has gone out of her way to openly inform the neighborhood of her intentions, and introduce the proposed improvements and team to her neighbors. A resident at 4200 Wilshire for over 17 years, Meghan intends to build a sensible new home keeping with the neighborhood’s charm, character, and qualities that drew her to it in the first place. The team is a collection of local, award-winning professionals, many of which are UT Austin graduates, long-time Austin residents, or native Austinites with extensive experience designing, engineering, and building thoughtful, considerate, and appropriate projects in Austin. The team is familiar with design, engineering, and construction in residential settings benefitted by large trees and nearby bodies of water. As part of the proposed demolition process, we will be reclaiming as much of the existing limestone as possible, to be elegantly reincorporated into the new home’s design. Additionally, we have coordinated with the Austin Fire Department and nearby Station #14 to donate the home for controlled training prior to demolition. This training opportunity will include new, advanced life-saving technology for AFD’s consideration. From AFD: “We want to thank you for working with the Austin Fire Department to provide an acquired structure for training. The work we can do in a real building is invaluable and prepares us to face the challenges of an active structure fire in the city.” The neighborhood was invited by Meghan to open-house that occurred on June 20, 2024 with this presentation and the Architect available. INTERIOR DESIGNER: Natalie Ammirato ARCHITECT & INTERIOR DESIGNER: EMADI - Ian Ellis, AIA, NCARB, RID & Jessica McCarty STRUCTURAL ENGINEER: Fort Structures - Sam Covey, PE & Paula Wright, PE GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Archive Properties - Ken Dineen & Jordan Sheftel TEAM INFORMATION emadi4200 WILSHIRE PARKWAYHistoric Landmark …
July 28, 2024 City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission Re: Case numbers: 2024-064449 PR (Demolition) 2024-085976 HR (New Construction) Dear Commissioners, I am writing, as President of the Wilshire Wood/Delwood 1 Neighborhood Association, in support of the request being made to the City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission and Planning Department by homeowner Megan Hughes and her architect Ian Ellis for the demolition permit and building permit needed to pursue their planned new home construction at 4200 Wilshire Parkway, Austin, TX. 78722. That address is within the boundaries of the Wilshire Wood/Delwood 1 Neighborhood. I support the two requests for the following reasons: • I have been briefed personally, while reviewing schematics, documents, etc. that the existing building to be demolished has structural foundation problems that preclude working with the existing slab and other structural elements on any restoration or as part of any new construction. • I have extensively reviewed Meghan’s plans for her new build, and conclude that Meghan and architect Ian Ellis have come up with a very neighborhood-sensitive design, as regards materials, scale, massing, and design compatibility – including height – with other homes on the street. Their design in fact follows recommendations in the City of Austin’s own, recently updated Historic Design Standards for new construction. I was on the Committee that wrote those new City of Austin Historic Design Standards, that were formally adopted by the City of Austin in November 2022. (I was invited to be on that committee by Cara Bertron, who ran that committee and who is still at the City in the Planning department. See page 3 of the document linked above, for the reference to my participation.) I’d comment in particular that the design proposed by Meghan and Ian follows the design prescriptions outlined in the chapter of the COA Historic Design Standards called “Residential New Construction” – specifically Section 5 of that chapter with guidelines for “Design and Style.” Please let me know if I can provide any more input or answer questions. Thank you, David Keene • President, Wilshire Wood/Delwood 1 Neighborhood Association (WWD1 NA) – also representing the Wilshire National Historic District. The WWD1 NA is officially registered with the City of Austin. • Section 106 Committee (that reviews project impact on historic properties and historic districts), Project Connect Austin, representing WWD1. I was appointed to this committee by the U.S. Department of Transportation. • Section …
Libby Chennell 4113 Lullwood Rd Austin, TX 78722 To the neighbors, friends, and stewards of our community, Austin has been rapidly changing; everywhere you look there are single family homes being subdivided into multi-dwelling lots and developers tearing down heritage properties in favor of monotonous modern boxes focused more on the bottom line than the integrity of the neighborhood. It can be frustrating to imagine the impact this can have on our wonderful, diverse, and welcoming area. In renovating and adding to her home at 4200 Wilshire Parkway, Meghan Hughes, a member of the community for nearly 20 years, is thoughtfully preserving the beauty and integrity of the houses in our historic mid-century neighborhood. She has ensured that her design preserves the limestone masonry found afront most original Wilshirewood/Delwood 2 homes and is taking steps to ensure that the project benefits the surrounding area by allowing the nearby Airport Rd. fire station to utilize her pre-renovation home for training. Meghan is a great example of what makes our community so special, taking an active role in cleaning up our local public greenspace (which is how I came to know her), and helping so many of her neighbors in times of need. I so appreciate having her here and look forward to how her home renovation adds to our ever-changing bit of Austin. Sincerely, Libby Chennell
Lisa Laratta 4008 Cherrywood Rd Austin, TX 78722 Tuesday June 4, 2024 To whom it may concern, Thank you, Lisa Laratta I am writing this letter in enthusiastic support of the complete demolition of the current home of Meghan Hughes at 4200 Wilshire Pkwy and the subsequent build by emadi architects. I have been Meghan’s neighbor for over a decade and I am aware of the problems the current aging home poses to her comfort, lifestyle and finances. I know that she will proceed with the new building plans with integrity and care for the property and her neighbors, bringing value and beauty to our neighborhood. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.
Neighbor support letter - 4200 Wilshire Pkwy, 78722 1 message Meghan Hughes < To: Ian Ellis < >, Jessica McCarty < > > Sat, Jun 8, 2024 at 12:40 PM Ian Ellis > Meghan Hughes Realtor @ propertie’s | Christie’s International 303.263.0904 ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Grace Tsao < Date: Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 6:33 AM Subject: 4200 Wilshire Pkwy, 78722 To: < > > In reference to Meghan Hughes address: 4200 Wilshire Pkwy, 78722 Cheers, Grace Tsao 1510 Wilshire Blvd, Austin, TX 78722 I support Meghan Hughes's new home plans. I have lived next door to Meghan for years and know that this home will be a lovely addition to our neighborhood.
I am writing in regards to Meghan Hughe’s application for a demolition permit at 4200 Wilshire Pkwy. As someone who has volunteered alongside Meghan Hughes in various neighborhood initiatives, I have seen her dedication to our community firsthand. The plans for their new house reflect a deep understanding of our neighborhood’s character and an admirable vision for its future. The design respects the spirit of our area, while tastefully enhancing its aesthetic. This thoughtful approach will seamlessly integrate the new construction with the existing homes, maintaining the neighborhood’s cohesive charm. June 9, 2024 Thanks, Kevin Sullivan Kevin Sullivan 1309 Crestwood Rd Austin, TX 78722
To whom it may concern, I would like to express my enthusiastic support for Meghan Hughes in her application for a demolition permit at 4200 Wilshire Pkwy. As an architectural designer and a fellow resident, I am impressed with the proposed plans for the new house. The design is an excellent blend of old and new, capturing the historical essence of our neighborhood while introduc- ing contemporary elements that enhance its overall aesthetic. This balance ensures that the new construction will not only respect but also enrich the character of our community. It is a thoughtful vision that preserves our heritage while thoughtfully integrating modern touches. June 12, 2024 Best, Frances Peterson Frances Peterson 1409 Crestwood Rd Austin, TX 78722
Dear Members of the Historic Preservation Committee, I am writing to support my neighbor, Meghan Hughes, in her application for a demolition permit at 4200 Wilshire Pkwy. The proposed plans for her new house are done with great sensitivity to our neighborhood’s existing charac- ter. The design preserves the spirit and scale we all value, while adding a tasteful enhancement to our area. This thoughtful approach ensures that the new construction will blend seamlessly with the surrounding homes, maintaining the aesthetic harmony of our neighborhood. I believe approving this permit will not only benefit Meghan but also help sustain the cohesiveness and appeal of our community. Thank you for considering my support. Sincerely, Matthew Peterson 4106 Lullwood Rd Austin, TX 78722 06-14-2024
From: To: Subject: Date: Dan Brotman Historic Preservation Office 4200 Wilshire Parkway GF 24-073048 Monday, June 24, 2024 2:21:07 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To whom it may concern on the historic landmark commission: I wish to voice my opposition to the demolition of 4200 Wilshire Parkway. The "hearing" the committee set for this project is at a really inconvenient time for most.Why would you schedule a hearing at 6 pm on the night before a national holiday weekend. Was it so that no one could oppose the demo? 6pm at City Hall on JUly 3rd? Is this a joke? Last year the commission allowed Richard Lent to build at 4206 Wilshire Parkway. I opposed the demo and rebuild because the house in no way keeps with the historic designation of this street. His "one story" house (that is tall as many two story buildings) made up of cheap modular materials is an eyesore and immediately has an effect on my house at 4204 Wilshire Pkwy, Austin, TX 78722. The owners have installed cameras directly pointed at my property. They have installed landscaping that makes it virtually impossible for me to back up out of my driveway safely Materials and Height of property are extremely inconsistent with the historical house on this street. In short, just a big mobile home on 3 foot piers that towers over my original 1948 home. Is that what they are going to build at 4200 Wilshire? Wilshire Parkway used to be a tight knit street and now houses are being demolished one after the other. One individual demoed a house at 4208 just so they could have a bigger yard. At 4201 you allowed Mary Wilson to build a VERY dangerous fence that blocks off site around the corner so that an accident is bound to happen. You allowed her to build a pool in her front yard. Is that is line with historical homes from the 1940s. All these changes have changed Wilshire Parkway into a street most likely seen in California. Do you really want the older long term owners and renters on this street to be pushed out in favor of these homes? Please contact me at 512 587 3770. Regards, Dan Brotman Owner of 4204 Wilshire Parkway since 2010 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use …
