REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) JUDAH RICE (D-4) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) AUGUST HARRIS III (D-10) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on June 3, 2026. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 2. 3. C14H-2026-0039 – 400 W. 37th St. James Harvey and Pearl Caldwell House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Terri Myers, Preservation Central City Sta(cid:431): Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant’s request for rezoning from family residence- neighborhood conservation combining district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NCCD-NP) to family landmark-neighborhood conservation combining district- neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NCCD-NP) combining district. residence-historic C14H-2026-0045 – 2300 Rosewood Ave. Doris Miller Auditorium Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Sta(cid:431): Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from public- neighborhood plan (P-NP) to public-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (P-H-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 4. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by HLC on June 3, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Consider backup provided to determine need for total demolition versus opportunity for partial demolition or repair to the damaged existing …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) AB CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) X ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X AUGUST HARRIS III (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) X TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) X HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) X BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:00PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Meghan King Namour gave updates on Preservation Austin. Lee Ackerly spoke about 916 Congress Ave. Pat Georgiou spoke about 916 Congress Ave. Sophia DeLoretto Chudy spoke about the Barton Springs Baptist Church. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on May 6, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 9-0-1. Commissioner Harris abstained. The motion passed. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. Briefing regarding updates on the project at 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Gonzalez Featherston, AIA, Senior Architect, MF Architecture. Transfer of Development Rights Market Analysis Briefing by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning; Kevin Howard Oliver, Project Manager; Abby Gillfillan, Principal, Lionheart; Darin Smith, Principal, EPS. Briefing on the East Austin Historic Resources Survey by Dr. Tara Dudley, Consultant, HHM & Associates. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on May 6, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Postpone the public hearing to the July 1, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting and invite the applicant to the June 10, 2026 meeting of the Architectural Review Committee to discuss alternatives to demolition. Robbie MacGregor spoke in favor. MOTION: Close the public hearing on a motion by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Grogan. Vote 10-0. The motion passed. MOTION: Reopen the public hearing and …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2026-0039 HLC DATE: July 1, 2026 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Preservation Central, Inc. (Terri Myers) HISTORIC NAME: James Harvey and Pearl Caldwell House WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 400 West 37th Street, North University NP ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NCCD-NP to SF-3-H-NCCD-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence- neighborhood conservation combining district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NCCD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood conservation combining district-neighborhood plan (SF- 3-H-NCCD-NP) combining district. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Kalan Contreras, 512-974-2727 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council, CANPAC (Central Austin Neigh Plan Area Committee), Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, North University Neighborhood Association, North University Neighborhood Association Development Review Committee, Preservation Austin DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2020 North University-Windsor-Hyde Park historic resource survey recommends the property as eligible for local landmark listing, individual listing on the National Register, and contributing to potential local and National Register historic districts. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of- a-kind building. The house at 400 W. 37th Street, constructed in 1912, is an excellent example of an early-20th-century Neoclassical bungalow. It is one story in height, with a hipped roof. Its symmetrical façade is composed of a central entrance bay flanked by matching 1/1 double-hung windows. It has a hipped dormer centered on the overarching roof and an inset full-façade front porch supported by four Doric order columns. According to applicant and architectural historian Terri Myers, its exceptional integrity of design, materials, setting, association and workmanship grant it a strong ability to convey an authentic sense of its own history as well as the early twentieth century context of Austin’s suburban expansion along the Guadalupe streetcar line north of the University of …
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[ City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet D. SUBMITTAL VERIFICATION AND INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION SUBMITTAL VERICATION My signature attests to the fact that the attached application package is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that proper City staff review of this application is dependent upon the accuracy of the information provided and that any inaccurate or inadequate information provided by me/my firm/etc., may delay the proper review of this application. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT NAME BELOW SIGNATURE AND INDICATE FIRM REPRESENTED, IF APPLICABLE. __________________________________________________ Date Signature __________________________________________________ Name (Typed or Printed) __________________________________________________ Firm (If applicable) INSPECTION AUTHORIZATION As owner or authorized agent, my signature authorizes staff to visit and inspect the property for which this application is being submitted. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT NAME BELOW SIGNATURE AND INDICATE FIRM REPRESENTED, IF APPLICABLE. ___________________________________________________ Signature Date ___________________________________________________ Name (Typed or Printed) ___________________________________________________ Firm (If applicable) Adopted December 2012 8 City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet E. 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ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2026-0045 HLC DATE: July 1, 2026 PC DATE: TBD CC Date: TBD APPLICANT: Historic Landmark Commission (commission-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: Doris Miller Auditorium WATERSHED: Boggy Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 2300 Rosewood Avenue, Austin, Texas 78702 ZONING CHANGE: P-NP to P-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 1 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from public- neighborhood plan (P-NP) to public-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (P-H-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture, community value, and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council, Del Valle Community Coalition, East Austin Conservancy, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Overton Family Committee , Preservation Austin, Red Line Parkway Initiative, Residents of E 12th St, Rosewood Neighborhood Plan Contact Team DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2016 East Austin Historic Resource Survey recommends the building as eligible for designation as a local landmark and individually eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, as well as contributing to a potential local or National Register historic district. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. As a civic building in its park setting, Doris Miller Auditorium occupies a prominent location in the neighborhood and the larger East Austin context. Originally constructed in 1944, with ownership transferring to the city in 1946, it first served as a facility for returning Black service members during World War II. As a USO recreation center, the facility (named for U.S. Navy cook Doris Miller, originally from Waco, who served during the attack on Pearl Harbor, earning the distinction of being the first Black servicemember receive the Naval Cross for his heroism) hosted events, including dances, concerts, and other social events. Additionally, there were facilities provided for athletics and stage performances, making the auditorium …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness July 1, 2026 PR-2026-008188; GF-2026-025308 Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District 1005 East 8th Street 4 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1906 house listed as contributing to a local historic district. Architecture The house at 1005 East 8th St. was likely originally constructed as a single story building, with the sloping elevation of the site creating a crawlspace or cellar to the east side of the building footprint. Since its construction, this has been enclosed, and a rear addition built, increasing the enclosed area of the building. However, the U-shaped form and Folk Victorian elements still read legibly, and decorative elements, especially at the front porch and gable ends, remain present. The integrity of the architecture is strong and the property remains contributing to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair historic district. Research For the first 30 years after construction, the property went through a series of renters, made up of families and individuals employed by various local industries and services, including carpenters, foundry workers, and porters. The first long term owners were Ernest & Marie Kemp, who operated a local grocery. Marie Kemp continued to live at the address after her husband’s death, but by the 1950s, the property was vacant before becoming subdivided for oil industry and other professional offices. A third housing unit was added in 1970, indicating that this property continued use as residential rentals. An overnight fire occurred at the property on November 12th, 20251. Department Comments This application will time out on August 15, 2026. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District. Staff Recommendation Consider backup provided to determine need for total demolition versus opportunity for partial demolition or repair to the damaged existing structure. If more information or discussion is needed, postpone the public hearing to the August 5, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. 1 “Firefighter injured in East Austin house fire, investigation underway”. https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/afd-responding-to- house-fire-in-east-austin-no-injuries-reported Location Map 4 – 2 Property Information Photos 4 – 3 Texas Historical Commission, photograph, May 29, 1975. The Portal to Texas History. Google Streetview, 2024 4 – 4 Site visit, showing fire damage (see backup for additional photos), May 2026 Occupancy History City Directory Research, March 2026 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1935 1932 1929 1927 1924 Offices: Norman Texas Company; Roche Oil Company; Pierre Aubuchon, engineer; Hamco Oil & Drilling …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness July 1, 2026 HR-2026-036164 Hyde Park Local Historic District 304 West 42nd Street 5 – 1 Proposal Demolish a contributing building and replace it with a new building. Project Specifications The proposed new building spans two lots and is oriented towards Avenue C rather than West 42nd Street. It is two stories in height, clad in horizontal lap siding with board and batten accents. The roof is composed of a series of compound gables and a shed-roof dormer at the southern elevation. A partial-width covered porch displays Craftsman-inspired proportions and triangular brackets at the 42nd Street elevation; similar brackets appear at gable ends on the Avenue C façade and at the westernmost carport elevation. Fenestration includes fixed, casement, and 1:1 windows interspersed throughout each elevation. Architecture 304 West 42nd Street is a ca. 1932 bungalow. It is one story in height, clad in horizontal wood siding, with simple massing and a side-gabled rectangular plan. A gabled garage abuts the easternmost elevation. Fenestration includes 1:1 wood windows. Exposed rafter tails are present at eaves and triangular brackets at gable ends. Design Standards The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 1. General Standards 1.1: Prevention of Demolition. Demolition of any contributing structure is strongly discouraged under all circumstances. The proposed project includes demolition of a contributing building. 5. Residential Standards: New Construction of Single-Family Structures 5.1: Massing, Scale, and Architectural Elements. Use massing, scale, and architectural elements typical of the contributing buildings on the block when designing a new building. The geometry of new house construction shall be in a scale with contributing buildings on the same block. When applying to Historic Landmark Commission, include photographs of all existing adjacent buildings and any other buildings on the block which have inspired design choices for the new construction. Proposed massing is more complicated than contributing buildings nearby, though the new building reflects historic-era gable forms. The building’s location, with the main entrance fronting Avenue C and the long secondary side along 42nd, is not consistent with the streetscape; however, the secondary entrance and gabled porch somewhat mitigate this. 5.3: Porches. Front porches on new construction are not necessary, but if present, they must be at least 7 feet deep. The proposed porch is approximately 5.25’ at the 42nd Street elevation …
Historic Landmark Commission Homeowner Response 304 W 42nd Street 1. The Home’s original location does not meet the intent of the area and is not compatible with Hyde Park’s NCCD Ordinance # 20101216-093 Design standards for both Remodeling and New Construction. The Home is located at the rear of the property, and 5’ of the existing structure is currently non-compliant with current City building guidelines for setbacks. The Ordinance requires 5.9 New construction garages to be detached and at the rear of the property, Carports can’t face the front of the building. This creates a hardship for the Owner, as the current location of the home will not allow for remodeling. The Owner wants to add a garage or carport, and the proposed way to alleviate the homeowner’s hardship is to construct a new Home within the NCCD’s guidelines and get the parking (carport) at the rear portion of the property. 2. Part 7 of Hyde Park NCCD shows that the intent of the property is to locate the House facing Ave C. Part 7 of The Hyde Park NCCD # 2009423-092, as well as current City Regulations, would require this property to Face Ave C. The City will consider the narrow or shorter side of the property Ave C the front regarding current setbacks 25’ front and the corner, longer side 15’ the side setback, side property. Reviewing the 3 corresponding corner properties (see attached) of 42nd street at Ave C, 4201 Ave C, 4114 Ave C and 4115 Ave C, all are front facing Ave C, all at the front setback line. The house at 304 W 42nd Street is built at the rear of the property line currently encroaching The City of Austin’s rear setback guidelines. 3. 4.2 of The Ordinance #20101216-093 requires that any new Additions be located at the rear or rear side to be less visible from the street. This part of the Ordinance gives additional hardship to the Owner as the current location of the existing home is entirely at the rear of the property and would not allow for any new additions because any new additions or alterations could only go to the front of the Lot and facing Ave C. The Owner wants a garage or carport, so there is no way of keeping part of the current homes “elevation” since this is the only location on the lot for a …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness July 1, 2026 HR-2026-057184 Aldridge Place Historic District 208 West 32nd Street 6 – 1 Proposal Relocate a contributing property on the same lot and construct a two-story addition, along with a detached garage. Project Specifications 1) Rotate an existing 1,382 square foot contributing resource on its existing site to allow it to fit within setback requirements. 2) Demolish a rear corner and side wall, along with a portion of the front wall and porch. In its place, construct an addition to the rear of the existing house, along with a second story that encompasses a portion of the existing house’s footprint. 3) Demolish the existing rear garage and construct a new garage in its place. Architecture This property is a single-story, largely symmetrical house that contributes to the Aldridge Place historic district. It features a deep front porch that is located at the center of the front elevation facing 32nd Street. Though it is on a corner lot, and many such properties in the district face Hemphill Park or otherwise open up to both streets, this house does not. There are several sets of paired wood windows on the front and sides of the house. One is found immediately adjacent to the front door, and two are located towards the rear of the Hemphill Park side. Windows are either 1-over-1 or 4-over-1 fixtures, which may indicate some replacement over time. The house is set on pier and beam foundation, and brick posts appear at the bottom half of the front porch supports. The roof is standing seam metal in material. Overall, the house is in a threatened condition due to years of neglect and likely requires foundation shoring and reinforcement. Design Standards The Aldridge Place Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: General Standards 5.1.1. Prevention of Demolition This application seeks to avoid total demolition, but does significantly alter the contributing property to the point that it will be read very differently from the street. While the street facing facades will be largely left intact, the two rear walls will see significant removal of historic material. 5.1.2. Retention of Historic Style Most of the existing historic style will be retained, and some demolition is propsed at non-historic infill, which is compliant with the standards. 5.1.3. Avoidance of False Historicism …
WEST 32ND ADDITION M P 8 1 : 8 3 : 5 6 2 0 2 / 6 / 5 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 1 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-000 05.07.2026 SURVEY NOT TO SCALE M P 8 1 : 8 3 : 5 6 2 0 2 / 6 / 5 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 1 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-100 05.07.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING HOUSE SOUTH ELEVATION WEST ELEVATION NORTH ELEVATION EAST ELEVATION M P 1 2 : 8 3 : 5 6 2 0 2 / 6 / 5 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 1 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-101 05.07.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING GARAGE SOUTH ELEVATION WEST ELEVATION NORTH ELEVATION EAST ELEVATION M P 2 2 : 8 3 : 5 6 2 0 2 / 6 / 5 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 1 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-102 05.07.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING INTERIORS M P 4 2 : 8 3 : 5 6 2 0 2 / 6 / 5 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 1 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-103 05.07.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING DETAILS EXPOSED RAFTER TAILS CORNER EXPOSED RAFTER TAILS EAVE COLUMN AT CORNERS ATTIC WINDOW ATTIC VENT AND TRIM EXTERIOR WINDOW SCREEN EXTERIOR WINDOW TRIM EXTERIOR COLUMN BASE EXTERIOR FIREPLACE TEARDROP SIDING INTERIOR CORNER WINDOW M P 8 2 : 8 3 : 5 6 2 0 2 / 6 / 5 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 1 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-104 05.07.2026 SITE PLAN_EXISTING EXISTING HOUSE ORIENTATION HEMPHILL PARK 43' R.O.W. N 35° 26' 13" 16.38' E N 39° 42' 32" 16.35' E N 44° 16' 10" 16.35' E N 36° 05' 41" 16.30' E N 40° 52' 52" 16.35' E N 45° 47' 02" 16.45' E N 45° 54' 04" 32.02' E 25 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN (576.78') 2 5' S E T B A C K EXG. PORCH: 154 SF EXG. …
WEST 32ND ADDITION M P 1 1 : 9 2 : 1 6 2 0 2 / 8 1 / 6 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 2 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-000 06.18.2026 SURVEY NOT TO SCALE M P 2 1 : 9 2 : 1 6 2 0 2 / 8 1 / 6 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 2 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-100 06.18.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING HOUSE SOUTH ELEVATION WEST ELEVATION NORTH ELEVATION EAST ELEVATION M P 5 1 : 9 2 : 1 6 2 0 2 / 8 1 / 6 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 2 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-101 06.18.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING GARAGE SOUTH ELEVATION WEST ELEVATION NORTH ELEVATION EAST ELEVATION M P 6 1 : 9 2 : 1 6 2 0 2 / 8 1 / 6 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 2 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-102 06.18.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING INTERIORS M P 8 1 : 9 2 : 1 6 2 0 2 / 8 1 / 6 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 2 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-103 06.18.2026 SITE CONDITIONS EXISTING DETAILS EXPOSED RAFTER TAILS CORNER EXPOSED RAFTER TAILS EAVE COLUMN AT CORNERS ATTIC WINDOW ATTIC VENT AND TRIM EXTERIOR WINDOW SCREEN EXTERIOR WINDOW TRIM EXTERIOR COLUMN BASE EXTERIOR FIREPLACE TEARDROP SIDING INTERIOR CORNER WINDOW M P 3 2 : 9 2 : 1 6 2 0 2 / 8 1 / 6 WEST 32ND ADDITION HLC SUBMISSION 2 FULL SCALE IS 24X36 SHEET | HALF SCALE IS 12X18 SHEET 208 WEST 32ND STREET AUSTIN, TX 78705 SD-104 06.18.2026 SITE PLAN_EXISTING EXISTING HOUSE ORIENTATION HEMPHILL PARK 43' R.O.W. N 35° 26' 13" 16.38' E N 39° 42' 32" 16.35' E N 44° 16' 10" 16.35' E N 36° 05' 41" 16.30' E N 40° 52' 52" 16.35' E N 45° 47' 02" 16.45' E N 45° 54' 04" 32.02' E 25 YEAR FLOOD PLAIN (576.78') N 41° 52' 44" 29.23' E 100 YEAR …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness July 1, 2026 HR-2026-052864 German Free School 507 East 10th Street 7 – 1 Proposal Install a metal roof on a City of Austin landmarked building. Project Specifications 1) Remove existing non-original roofing material, including damaged structural members and unsecured roof support elements. 2) Insulate the attic space and repair rafters where possible. 3) Install new roof decking and standing seam metal roof above, along with new flashing and sealed roof penetrations. 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: Repair and alterations 1. General standards The existing roof of the main building is asphalt or composition shingle roof, which has been replaced as required since original construction. 3. Roofs Replacement metal roofing material can be found at the property above the porch overlooking the courtyard, which has been installed in such a way that decorative and structural material of the building’s walls have not been compromised. Due to the durability, as well as how it will match this section above the porch, a metal roof over the main structure is appropriate and meets design standard 3.1. The roof shape and pitch are not to be altered, and no additional decorative elements are proposed. However, more information is needed from the applicant regarding the exact appearance and dimensions of the metal material in order to determine it is appropriate and will not draw attention away from other architectural elements of the German Free School building. It is recommended that, if these details are not supplied at the time of the July 1 meeting, the applicant may submit them to Historic Preservation Office staff for administrative approval. 4. Exterior walls and trim Exterior trim details are not included in this scope, and it is highly recommended that as little interference is performed if not necessary to install the new roof. 7. Chimneys Existing chimneys and roof penetrations are to remain. Care must be taken when installing flashing to avoid potential for water infiltration as well as unnecessary covering of historic material. Summary The project generally meets the applicable standards. Department Comments This project has been awarded a 2026 Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Heritage Preservation Grant. This application will time out …
507 E 10TH ST PREPARED FOR PREPARED BY German Free School Alan Lee and Geoff Wait AGC Home Remodeling management@agchomeremodeling.com www.agchomeremodeling.com 512.900.1688 December 09, 2025 COVER LETTER Dear German: AGC Home Remodeling is pleased to present our proposal for the project at 507 E 10th St. As experts in construction, we stand by our commitment to deliver projects on time and on budget. We have spent decades perfecting our craft and our advantages include: • We communicate constantly to ensure you are updated on the project progress. • We focus on high quality finish outs and go to great lengths for quality control. • We treat your home like our home. • We have completed projects of all sizes including large additions and full remodels. We are confident that our qualifications suit your needs and are excited about the opportunity to work on your project. Sincerely, Alan Lee and Geoff Wait AGC Home Remodeling GERMAN FREE SCHOOL / 507 E 10TH ST PAGE 1 AGC Home Remodeling is led by Geoff Wait and Alan Lee with decades of combined construction and project management experience. Our goal is to design with modern and tasteful standards, while creating a stress- free remodeling experience through design, quality, and communication. Geoff Wait began his construction career 18 years ago and is a homegrown Texan. In his early 20s, he was a foreman for several companies before becoming a contractor and starting his own home remodeling business. Geoff is a father of 3 boys and enjoys spending time with them when he's not working. Alan Lee brings expertise in design, technology, project management, and financial execution. He has nearly 20 years of experience in engineering and project management. He has executed several dozen fix and flip homes and is an avid real estate investor. Alan is a father of 1 young boy and enjoys hiking and computers, when he's not working. GERMAN FREE SCHOOL / 507 E 10TH ST PAGE 2 PROJECT SUMMARY The following proposal provides an outline and estimate of costs for the project located at 507 E 10th St, Austin, Texas 78701. TOTAL COST OF THE PROJECT: $116,176.92 PERMIT PROCESSING - NO AGC FEE TO FILE PERMITS (HOMEOWNER PAYS CITY FEES) • AGC will coordinate with a permit expeditor to facilitate the permitting process required for your project. • Our team will assist in providing necessary documentation, plans, and details to the …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts July 1, 2026 PR-2026-053670 Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District 1109 Travis Heights Boulevard 8 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1920 house. Architecture This American Foursquare house with Prairie School stylistic influences was constructed around 1920. The two- story house has a low-pitched hipped roof with broad overhangs. The full-width, hipped-roof porch has a long, open span supported at the corners by large square columns. The second floor had recessed corners that been infilled and converted to interior space. Much of the house has been covered with aluminum siding. Wood windows appear throughout the building, with larger, multi-lite fixtures appearing at the front elevation and simpler 1-over-1 units more common at the sides and rear. Research Early owners of this ca. 1920 house were Elmer & Cora Young. E. E. Young was co-owner of an automotive dealership, Hart & Young, Willys-Knight and Overland Austin Agency; he later bought out his partner and continued operation under his name. He served as president of the local automobile dealers’ association. Shortly before his death in 1928, Young became secretary of the Stacy Realty Company, developer of the Travis Heights neighborhood. Later owners included Charles & Katherine Brunner, who owned the house from 1929 until 1947. Charles Brunner operated a jewelry business on East Sixth St. beginning in the late 1890s. After his death in 1933, Katherine Brunner continued to run the jewelry store for another ten years. It appears that she leased out the house following her husband’s death but moved back in around 1941. In the 1950s, the house was occupied by Robert B. and Gwendolyn Hill. Robert Hill was a foreman at the Calcasieu Lumber Company. Department Comments A demolition permit for this property was originally referred to HLC in July 2019 (HDP-2019-0379), and the case was subsequently withdrawn. Meeting minutes are available here: https://services.austintexas.gov/edims/document.cfm?id=325930. A demolition application for the garage at the rear of the property was submitted in 2024 (PR-2024-055675), but this was later withdrawn upon the subsequent owner’s purchase of the property. This property also attended the January 15, 2025 Architectural Review Committee meeting to discuss a potential remodel, though no permit application was submitted for this scope of work. Documentation, including agendas and backup materials, for the three previous applications can be found in backup attached to this case. Per city code § 25-11-213 (G)(4), the …
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION July 22, 2019 - 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting Council Chambers, Austin City Hall 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, Texas COMMISSION MEMBERS: Emily Reed, Chair Beth Valenzuela, Vice Chair Ben Heimsath Emily Hibbs Kevin Koch Mathew Jacob Kelly Little Terri Myers Alex Papavasiliou Blake Tollett Witt Featherston REVISED AGENDA a) b) c) NOTES ON HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETINGS The first speaker signed up for each side of a contested public hearing will be allowed up to 5 minutes to speak. Any further speakers will be allowed up to 3 minutes. The Commission does not allow for the donation of time. The applicant or their agent may have a rebuttal after the conclusion of testimony of up to 3 minutes. Speakers should not repeat the testimony previously given on any case. Cases passed by the Commission on the consent agenda will not have a formal public hearing. If a citizen would like to speak on a case proposed for passage on the consent agenda, that person should make it known to the Chair of the Commission at the time of the reading of the consent agenda. Otherwise, the case will pass on consent, and there is no later recourse. In cases involving the review of demolition or relocation permit applications, the Commission may initiate a historic zoning case to further study the evidence regarding the potential of the subject property for landmark designation. If the Commission initiates a historic zoning case, the Commission will review the case again at its next regularly scheduled meeting for a recommendation regarding historic zoning. There will be no new notification sent out by the City stating the next hearing date. d) All public comments must be received by staff by 1 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Staff cannot forward public comments to commissioners after this time. 1. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first three speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address items not posted on the agenda. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. June 24, 2019 3. BRIEFINGS, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION A. Heritage Grant Program By Melissa Alvarado 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC ZONING, DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC DISTRICT 1 ZONING, AND REQUESTS TO CONSIDER THE INITIATION OF A HISTORIC ZONING CASE 1. HDP-2019-0180 – Tuke-Lyon Store – Discussion 220 …
FY 2027 Heritage Preservation Grant Launch on July 7, 2026 AUSTIN ARTS, CULTURE, MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT | JULY 1, 2026 Heritage Preservation Grant Program description: Heritage Preservation Grant aims to preserve and promote preservation projects, expand access to historic spaces and heritage resources, showcase local stories rooted in history, support the creative economy, and make Austin’s history relevant and tangible – all with a strong focus on attracting and expanding audiences and engaging tourists seeking authentic experiences while promoting tourism and the convention and hotel industries. Image by Chelse Purgahn, courtesy of Black Austin Tours (FY21 awardee) Image courtesy of Center for Women & Their Work (FY24 awardee) View of post-restoration project of Tudor Cottage at Pease Park, Image courtesy of Pease Park Conservancy (FY21 awardee) Heritage Preservation Grant Capital Improvement Projects MAX Award Amount: $250,000 Example of Awarded Project: Required: • Historic designation or eligible • Owner authorization • • • Site open and accessible to the public Site marketed to tourists Site in Austin City Council District or ETJ See program guidelines for additional requirements • Grant Term: 24 months BEFORE AFTER Exterior restoration of Southgate-Lewis House, Images courtesy of W H Passon Historical Society, Inc. (FY25 & FY26 awardee) Heritage Preservation Grant Heritage Event Projects MAX Award Amount: $50,000 or $150,000 Required: • Include historic research and highlight the history of the site • Historically significant site or site • • • • with historic designation Event is open and accessible to the public Event marketed to tourists Site in Austin City Council District or ETJ See program guidelines for additional requirements Grant Term: 12 or 24 months Example of Awarded Project: Screenshots taken from Black History Bike Ride social media flyer (FY26 awardee) Screenshots taken from Black History Bike Ride social media; Images by @luisgphoto 2027 Application Assistance • Bookings Link for 1:1 meetings with staff * • Virtual Open Office Hours * • Grant Workshops (So far!) +* • Wednesday, June 24, Noon – 1:30pm: Grant Writing Workshop (virtual and recorded) • Wednesday, June 24, 6-8:30 pm: Grant Writing Workshop in Spanish (virtual and recorded) • • • Wednesday, July 15, 11am-12:30pm: Heritage Preservation Workshop Co-Hosted by/at Preservation Tuesday, June 30, 6 – 7:30pm: ACME Funding Programs Overview (virtual) Tuesday, July 7, 2 – 3:30pm: ACME Funding Programs Overview (virtual) • Austin Tuesday, July 21, 3:00pm-4:30pm: Heritage Preservation Workshop – Capital Projects at ACME Ben …
SOUTH RIVER CITY CITIZENS Mary Fealkoff, President Robin Sanders, Vice President Kenneth Burnett, Co-Vice President Will Andrews, Treasurer Mary Friedman, Membership June 24, 2026 Mr. Ben Heimsath Chair, Historic Landmark Commission City of Austin RE: Preservation of 1109 Travis Heights Blvd. Dear Chair Heimsath, The Historic Preservation Committee of the South River City Citizens neighborhood association opposes the granting of a demolition permit for the historic home at 1109 Travis Heights Boulevard. We believe this home merits consideration as a historic landmark. This house is a contributing circa 1920s American Foursquare within the Travis Heights- Fairview Park Historic District and remains an important example of the neighborhood's early residential development. Its balanced proportions, prominent front porch, and traditional massing embody a residential form that helped define Austin's historic streetcar suburbs. Located on a highly visible corner lot, the house contributes significantly to the character of the surrounding streetscape and serves as an architectural anchor within the district. Unlike many historic homes that have lost their integrity through extensive alterations, this property retains much of its original character and historic fabric. The interior finishes remain in remarkably good condition, preserving craftsmanship, materials, and details that would be difficult and costly to replicate today. Photos of the interior make it clear that it was a high style bungalow for the neighborhood (see attached photos). The beamed ceiling, oak paneling, fireplace, and built-in dining sideboard are fine examples of the Craftsman ideal so important to the bungalow style. The inviting front porch encourages the visitor to walk up the steps, sit down, and be entertained. The entire building retains all of its original massing and there are no unfortunate additions. The rear of the structure has retained the sleeping porch in its South River City Citizens • PO Box 40632 • Austin • Texas • 78704 original configuration. The windows, front door, and roof line are all original to the fabric of the building. These surviving features provide an authentic connection to the home's history and enhance its architectural significance within the district. Importantly, the house is not functionally obsolete or structurally compromised. Available information indicates that the building remains fundamentally sound and highly salvageable. While rehabilitation may require investment, the structure presents a strong opportunity for restoration and thoughtful modernization by a buyer who values historic architecture. The existing building offers a solid foundation for adaptive reuse, renovation, or sensitive expansion without …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts July 1, 2026 PR-2026-059982; GF-2026-073317 Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District 2009 Travis Heights Boulevard 9 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1939 house. Architecture The original portion of this house can be seen at the right two thirds of the street-facing façade, which still retains some Tudor Revival details such as the arched door and steep roof pitch. Original side lites and modest front porch with concrete stairs continue with this style. The exterior material is stucco or plaster, which may be original but has been painted. To the north of the main house is a 2012 addition of a covered porch, which was enclosed with walls covered in matching painted stucco, and appears from the street as conditioned space. Behind this is a pergola that is also enclosed by full height walls, though no roof covers it. Research Original owners of this house S.R. & Maxine Blake, who worked in sales and briefly lived at the property before it was acquired by Frank & Florence Schirripa, then Jason & Virginia Forbes, who owned the property for the next ten years. During their ownership, Jason Forbes went from a record keeper at the Texas State House Reporter to a correspondent and finally an editor of the publication. By 1957, the property was sold again to Floy & Pearl Forister. Department Comments Per city code § 25-11-213 (G)(4), the Historic Landmark Commission has 180 days to review demolition permits in National Register historic districts starting from the date the application was submitted. This period is set to time out on November 9, 2026. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is an intact, if altered, example of Tudor Revival architecture in the district. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts July 1, 2026 PR-2026-069571; HR-2026-073406 Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District 1212 Bickler Road 10 – 1 Proposal Construct a second housing unit at a contributing property. Project Specifications Construct a detached housing unit behind the existing main house. The proposed unit is two stories and 1,055 square feet in size, and is oriented towards the front 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 in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed accessory building is located at the rear of the property, minimally visible from the street. This is typical of other secondary housing units in the neighborhood, both from the period of significance and more recent new construction. 2. Orientation New construction is oriented towards the street, which is typical of the district generally and the neighboring houses specifically. 3. Scale, massing, and height While most contributing properties in the area are a single story, there are several that have had a second floor addition since construction. Given the location of the second dwelling unit at the rear of the property, a two-story structure of limited footprint, as is being proposed, does not look out of place and meet the design standards. 4. Proportions Like the section above, the two-story housing unit does extend higher than many original houses in the district, but its proportions are reasonable and it does not appear out of place. 5. Design and style The design of the proposed residence does not pull strongly from any one style, nor does it combine styles to create an inappropriate appearance. Materials proposed can be found throughout the district, and ornament is kept to a minimum. 6. Roofs The front gable assembly proposed is simple and can be found throughout the district. In some cases, a front-facing gable on a two-story building can increase the overall height to a point where it negatively affects the visibility from the street. However, this is not the case here, as the roof pitch is kept low. 7. Exterior walls Exterior walls are proposed to be clad in lapped siding at the first floor with board and batten above. These materials can be found throughout the …
0 5' 25' 50' 0 4' 12' 24' 0 1' 6' 12' 0 1' 6' 0 1' 4' 0 1' 3' 0 1' 2' 0 1' 1/8" = 1'-0" 1/4" = 1'-0" 1/2" = 1'-0" 3/4" = 1'-0" 1" = 1'-0" 1-1/2" = 1'-0" 3" = 1'-0" Graphic Scales: 1/16" = 1'-0" GENERAL NOTES LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS 1. GENERAL CONTRACTOR OR OWNER SHALL SUBMIT DRAWINGS FOR PLAN CHECK. THE OWNER SHALL PAY FOR ALL PLAN CHECK FEES. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL APPLY FOR, PICK UP AND PAY FOR ALL PERMITS. REPAIRED AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE OWNER. 26. WHERE EXISTING CONSTRUCTION IS CUT, DAMAGED, OR REMODELED, PATCH OR REPLACE WITH MATERIALS TO MATCH IN KIND, QUALITY, AND PERFORMANCE WITH ADJACENT MATERIALS. 2. DIMENSIONS TO DOORS, WINDOWS, AND OPENINGS ARE 27. DO NOT NOTCH, BORE OR CUT STRUCTURAL MEMBERS FOR NOMINAL WIDTHS. REFER TO THE MANUFACTURER FOR ACTUAL ROUGH OPENINGS, FACE OF STUD TO FACE OF STUD. ALL DOORS NOT LOCATED BY DIMENSION ON PLAN OR DETAIL SHALL BE 3 INCHES FROM FACE OF STUD TO FACE OF NEAREST DOOR BUCK OR CENTERED ON ROOM. 3. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPLICABLE CODES SECTION OF THIS DOCUMENT. 4. ALL WORK SHALL BE COMPLETED SKILLFULLY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACCEPTED TRADE STANDARDS. EXCEPT WHERE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS INCLUDE MORE STRINGENT REQUIREMENTS, APPLICABLE INDUSTRY STANDARDS INCLUDING MANUFACTURER STANDARDS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION HAVE THE SAME FORCE AND EFFECT AS IF BOUND OR COPIED INTO THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. SUCH STANDARDS ARE PART OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS BY REFERENCE. WHERE COMPLIANCE WITH A STANDARD IS REQUIRED, COMPLY WITH THE STANDARD IN EFFECT AS OF THE DATE OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. 5. THE DRAWINGS SHOW ONLY REPRESENTATIVE TYPICAL DETAILS TO ASSIST THE CONTRACTOR AND DO NOT ILLUSTRATE EVERY CONDITION. 6. THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS ARE COMPLEMENTARY AND WHAT IS REQUIRED BY ANYONE SHALL BE AS BINDING AS IF REQUIRED BY ALL. THE INTENTION OF THE DOCUMENTS IS TO INCLUDE ALL LABOR, MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER ITEMS AS NECESSARY FOR THE PROPER EXECUTION AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK. 7. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE THE VARIOUS CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES TO ASSURE EFFICIENT AND ORDERLY INSTALLATION OF EACH PART OF THE WORK, COORDINATE CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS THAT ARE DEPENDENT UPON EACH OTHER FOR PROPER INSTALLATION, CONNECTION, AND OPERATION. 8. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE WITH THE OWNER FOR OWNER PROVIDED MATERIALS. THE OWNER SHALL DETERMINE LEAD TIME FOR ALL PRODUCTS AND DELIVER PRODUCTS WHEN …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits July 1, 2026 PR-2026-040403 1808 East Cesar Chavez Street 11 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1930 structure. Architecture The existing structure is a two story commercial structure with two storefront entries side-by-side on the main elevation. There is a small, metal clad awning above the ground floor entryways. Above, two sets of paired, wood- frame windows are present at the second floor, with a moderately pitched hipped roof with exposed rafter tails above. The roof material is metal standing seam, and all exterior walls are clad in thin teardrop siding. While several of the windows are currently boarded over or otherwise inaccessible, images from the past decade would indicate that the existing material is largely intact, if in need of repair. Research This property has a long history of commercial tenants who served the East Austin community. For several decades after construction, it was home to a beauty parlor, a barber shop, and a shoe repair shop. By the 1950s, one or more of these tenants had vacated the building, but there was always at least one occupied storefront at the property. Newspaper records feature advertisements for Smith’s Barber Shop, Guarantee Wave Shop, and Carlson’s Shoe Repair Shop. The latter of these was owned by Reverend E. A. Carlson, formerly a Swedish Baptist minister, for 31 years until his death in 1964. Department Comments Two permits were issued for the property in 1999, though there are no digitized records of the application material. However, summary descriptions are available in city records. One permit described work to remodel the building’s interior & exterior to create a duplex. The second permit from the same year is summarized as, “Add 1st floor stair tower, porch, and 2nd floor extension.” There are no records of this property being surveyed in the 1980 East Austin historic resource survey or the 1984 citywide comprehensive resource survey. At time of writing, no photos of the property can be found prior to the 1999 permits. This application will time out on August 17, 2026. Property Evaluation The 2016 East Austin historic resource survey lists the property as eligible as a City of Austin landmark, as well as contributing to a potential local or National Register historic district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) …
A.L.T.A./N.S.P.S. LAND TITLE SURVEY 2 1 1 2 29" Pecan Tree 20.5" American Elm Tree Buildings & Covered Area to be Demolished LOC: Demolition Erosion Controls: Silt fence or mulch sock, as needed Boundary Boys, LLC
