HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS MAY 7, 2025 HR-2025-040807 SMOOT-TERRACE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 708 HIGHLAND AVENUE 7.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Rehabilitate a contributing residence, replacing non-original staircase and porch with more appropriate design, replacing metal roof with shingles, restoring windows, reconfiguring non-original gable windows, repairing the foundation and crawlspace, replacing fencing and lighting where needed, constructing a dormer at secondary elevation, and repairing erosion and drainage issues. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1. Replace existing wooden stairs at front of porch with new wood stairs and landing to match original using clues from this house and others in the neighborhood. Remove non-original porch elevation railings and columns and replace with new using clues from other houses in the neighborhood. Paint finish. 2. Replace metal roof with composition shingles. Add dormer on west elevation. 3. Repair or replace exterior rotted wood at eaves, trim, and siding to match original detailing; replace deck at rear(west) elevation; paint exterior. 4. Restore windows using traditional techniques and epoxy repairs to restore the frame and sash, replacing deteriorated elements only as needed. Prep, prime and paint all historic windows and screens. Re-configure existing windows in attic gable end to match rough existing opening. Install new metal-clad wood windows at new attic dormer. 5. Replace cedar posts with new concrete piers, reinforce or replace beams in crawlspace per structural recommendations; repair cement skirting and improve and secure existing access to crawlspace; pour concrete pads for mechanical equipment. 6. Reuse historic light fixtures where available; replace remaining lighting throughout. 7. Correct drainage issues on this steeply sloped site by adding plant material and bedding borders to slow run-off and help erosion. Trim, fertilize or remove trees as needed. Improve ribbon style driveway on south side. Repair or replace fencing. ARCHITECTURE The house is a one-story Craftsman bungalow that contributes to the historic district. DESIGN STANDARDS The Smoot-Terrace Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Alterations to Contributing Buildings A. Front Exterior Walls The proposed project restores the front of the house to its original appearance using appropriate materials for exterior woodwork, skirting, and porch piers. B. Doors and Door Openings The proposed project does not alter doors or openings at the main elevations. Rear door changes are appropriate. C. Windows and Window Openings The proposed project restores the front of the house to …
708 HIGHLAND AVE PROJECT INFORMATION ARCHITECT STRUCTURAL ENGINEER LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 5, BLOCK B OLT 3 DIV Z TERRACE PARK ZONING: SF-3-HD-NP YEAR CONSTRUCTED: 1922 OCCUPANCY: R-1 CONSTRUCTION TYPE: V-B O'CONNELL ARCHITECTURE, LLC TERE O'CONNELL, AIA 3908 AVENUE B, SUITE 309 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78751 512.751.1374 ARCH CONSULTING ENGINEERS, PLLC JUSTIN BILLODEAU, P.E. 2579 WESTERN TRAILS BLVD., SUITE 230 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78745 512.328.5353 GENERAL NOTES SCOPE OF WORK SHEET LIST 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. All work shall be performed in a professional matter, and in accordance with the International Residential Code, 2021, related trade codes, and applicable local codes, ordinances and laws. Base drawings used in these documents may contain small dimensional discrepancies. Contractor shall verity critical dimensions before beginning work. Do not scale drawings. Ask Architect for needed dimensions if not provided. This property is a contributing building in the Smoot-Terrace Park Historic District. Historic designation of this building requires the Contractor and his subcontractors to exercise special caution in executing the work to prevent unnecessary damage to historic features, conditions, or materials. Contractor shall inform all subcontractors and workmen of these requirements. The Contractor shall thoroughly example and familiarize himself with the requirements of the Contract Documents. Any conflicts shall be brought to the Architect's attention for resolution prior to the work being installed. Perform all work in a safe and conscientious manner to prevent injuries and damage to the building and workers. Contractor shall maintain OSHA Standards for job safety and worker protection, and comply with applicable state and local government requirements. Building permitting will be coordinated by the Owner and Architect prior to construction. Contractor is responsible for all trade permits, inspections, and compliance requirements. Maintain the building and site in a safe, clean and orderly condition. The Contractor shall visit the site of the proposed work and full acquaint himself with the existing conditions regarding site access, staging, parking limitations, security, and other aspects of constructibility. 9. The Contractor shall coordinate work between all trades in this contract to ensure a smooth and timely workflow. 10. All work to be warranted for one year from the date of Substantial Completion unless otherwise noted. SYMBOL LEGEND FFE 0" FFE OR GRADE ELEVATION D-01 DOOR NUMBER 10101 WINDOW NUMBER CENTERLINE EXTERIOR ELEVATION SECTION PLAN/ELEVATION DETAIL 1 A-211 1 A-311 1 A-211 A-000 A-100 A-101 A-111 A-112 A-120 A-121 A-122 A-210 A-211 A-220 A-221 A-311 …
708 Highland 1922 Smoot/Terrace Park Local Historic District Robin Shepherd, Owner 5 Birds Dwellings, LLC Replace deck on west elevation West Elevation 708 Highland Avenue Repair or replace all damaged exterior wood in-kind North Elevation 708 Highland Avenue Clear all brush and debris To restore the exterior of house North Elevation 708 Highland Avenue Replace metal roof with composition shingles Restore historic windows South Elevation 708 Highland Avenue Wooden Stairs 708 Highland Avenue Site view 708 Highland Avenue Clear site of all overgrowth and correct drainage issues. Site condition 708 Highland Avenue New pier and beam foundation as required. Siding to be replaced to match original profile and detailing. New water table and cement skirt to be installed at perimeter. Foundation repair 708 Highland Avenue Historic windows and exterior trim 708 Highland Avenue Windows to be restored; Reconfigure existing windows in attic gable to match rough opening; new metal-clad wood window in new attic dormer. Repair or replace rotted wood at eaves, trim, siding to match original in dimension and detail Remove stone veneer and replace cement cladding to match historic as evidenced from underside of porch in crawlspace Attic with failing chimney, ill- fitting windows and haphazard ducting Remove unused chimney, reconfigure HVAC and finish attic for additional living space Attic space 708 Highland Avenue Enlarge and reorganize kitchen Restore hardwood floors; restore historic windows Interior spaces 708 Highland Avenue Google Map 708 Highland Avenue
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS MAY 7, 2025 HR-2025-046314 DRISKILL HOTEL 604 BRAZOS STREET 8.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Repair and replace deteriorated elements in approximately 40% of the main building’s windows and 80% of the tower’s windows. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The project includes large-scale repair of window trim, glass, and sealing on the third floor and above. Per the conditions survey provided to the applicant, varying levels of deterioration of frames and glazing—from minor to severe—are present at both the original 1886 building and the 1930s-era tower; glazing putty and seals throughout are in poor condition. The project’s engineering consultant proposes the following repairs: In all locations, we recommend removing and resetting glazing within the fixed frames. This includes windows at the original 1886 hotel as well as the tower; recommended work sequence is as follows: Remove exterior wood glazing stops and/or glazing putty. Cut back glazing seals and remove existing glass, taking care to avoid damage to glass and frame components. Clean glass and glazing pocket of debris and deleterious materials. Repair or replace damaged portions of interior window framing. Apply new glazing putty or silicone sealant into glazing pocket in a continuous manner. Set glass into glazing pocket in a level and plumb manner. Tool exterior glazing putty/setting sealant and install new exterior wood glazing stops set in glazing tape or silicone sealant. Reset glass at upper tower levels and discrete lower levels of identified water leakage and interior damage. Cut out and replace exterior glazing putty at the 1886 historic windows, including cleaning of the glazing pocket outboard of the glass. If only partial repairs of the glazing are pursued, we recommend resetting glass in locations of known leakage or where visible gaps and/or discontinuities in the glass-to-frame interfaces were noted. At a minimum, this should include the following work: Windows identified with minimal frame damage should be scraped of loose paint, primed, and repainted. This includes scraping loose paint, replacing pieces that are severely damaged, filling small areas of damage, removing and replacing broken glass lites, and cutting out and replacing degraded glazing putty, then priming and painting. Windows identified as having partial-depth or discrete areas of frame damage should be repaired by scraping loose paint, cleaning surfaces, and filling damaged wood frame elements prior to priming and repainting. Windows identified as the most damaged, with highly degraded frame components experiencing section loss, …
Acton Partners, LLC PO Box 203663 Austin, Texas 78720-3663 TBPE Firm F-16437 www.ActonPC.com P: ACTON PARTNERS Sent via electronic mail to j January 14, 2025 John Bryant Vice President of Construction and Development Woodbine Development Corporation 1845 Woodall Rodgers, Ste. 1700 Dallas, Texas 75201 Re: Preliminary Letter Report – Window Condition Survey -- DRAFT -- Driskill Hotel Room Refresh APC No. 2024.0277 Dear Mr. Bryant: In accordance with our proposal dated December 10, 2024, Acton Partners, LLC Consulting (APC) has performed a field survey of the historic wood-framed windows at the Driskill Hotel and has prepared the following report summarizing our findings and recommendations. BACKGROUND The historic Driskill Hotel, located in downtown Austin, Texas, is a four-story Romanesque-style hotel structure located at the corner of East 6th Street and Brazos that was constructed in 1886. A thirteen-story tower was added to the north side of the historic building, along 7th Street, in 1930. Woodbine Development is planning ongoing renovations for the historic building, to include repairs to the exterior wood-framed windows. Accordingly, APC was engaged to review the condition of the wood frames, glazing, and perimeter seals. VISUAL OBSERVATIONS Window Frames and Glazing APC visited the site on January 2 and 3, 2025, to perform a visual review of the current conditions of the window systems from the interior of units, accessible low roofs, balconies, and ground level. Our observations of the conditions are described below. During our assessment, we directly accessed 115 of 189 guest rooms across the original 1886 building and the tower. At the historic building, the windows are typically fixed and single-hung, wood-framed units of varying sizes and geometries (Figure 1). The larger units have exposed exterior glazing putty between the single pane glazing and frames, some include muntins between glass units, and others include leaded stained glass (Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4). The operable portions of the windows are fixed in place and are typically covered with a fixed storm/sound panel at the interior (Figure 5). Glazing putty throughout these units is in poor condition, appearing embrittled and with voids or missing exterior portions (Figure 6). At the tower, the windows are typically fixed, wood-framed units, with single pane glass held in place with exterior wood glazing stops attached to the fixed frames with finish nails (Figure 7, Figure 8, and Figure 9). Discontinuities are present throughout the tower in the back-bedded seals …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS MAY 7, 2025 HR-2025-043034 ZIMMERMAN CABIN 9019 PARKFIELD DRIVE 9.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Stabilize and restore the original 1854 construction of this Austin landmark. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Shore west wall and repair foundation, including installing concrete piers and steel beams. Utilize existing stones to retain original appearance. 2) Restore fachwerk walls, including restoration of half-timbering and removal of cement-based plaster, to be replaced with lime mortars and plasters. 3) Reproduce wood windows in their original appearance and install new period-appropriate shutters. ARCHITECTURE The one-story frame residence known as the Zimmerman Cabin was originally a four-room cottage that featured half- timbering, known also as fachwerk, construction. Originally built in 1854, the house was used by the Zimmerman family who owned the land in what is now North Austin. Alterations and additions over time added several rooms and saw non- compatible finishes and materials such as Portland cement used for repairs. Currently, the house features a front porch with an overhang supported by decorative metal posts, and a variety of siding types. Upon receipt of this application, the west façade had been exposed to the original fachwork, which is in good condition given its age and years of entrapment. The roof is clad in composite shingle, and alterations have occurred to the front door and some of the windows. There is plywood covering a section of the roof gable, most likely where a vent was installed in the past. The side-gabled roof features a brick chimney at one end, in relatively good condition. 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 proposal is to remove non-historic and inappropriate materials such as cement mortars, then patch and repair with appropriate and compatible. Removal of non-historic siding will reveal the level of repairs required. 2. Foundations Stabilizing with concrete and steel foundation, then cladding it in original stone, will ensure that the foundation will support the required loads for the future, while not altering the historic appearance. 3. Roofs Roof repairs will include new wooden shingles, which match in appearance to the original construction. 4. Exterior walls and trim The removal of non-historic wall cladding will reveal …
ABBREVIATIONS GENERAL NOTES STREET VIEW A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. J. I. K. L. M. N. O. P. @ @FF A/C A-V ACCOM ACOUST ACT ADA ADD'L ADJ ADMIN AFF AHJ AHU ALT ALUM ANOD AP APPROX ARCH ASPH ASST ASTM AUTO AV AVG BB BRD BIT BLDG BLK(G) B.M. BM(S) BOC BOS BTTM BRK BRNZ BSMT BTWN BUR C CAB C.B. CF CG CHAN CI CJ CL CLG CLOS CLR CMU CO COL COM CONC CONN CONST CONT CONTR COORD CORR CST CT CTR(D) CU CVR CW DBL DED DEMO DET DF DH DIA DIAG DIFF DISC DISP DIM DIV DN DP DPM DR DS DW DWG DWLS DWR At At Finished Floor Air Conditioning Audio-Visual Accommodate Acoustical Acoustical Tile Americans w/ Disabilities Act Additional Adjacent Administration Above Finished Floor Authority Having Jurisdiction Air Handling Unit Alternative/Alternate Aluminum Anodized Access Panel Approximate Architect Asphalt Assistant American Society for Testing & Materials Automatic Audio Visual Alarm Average Ball-Bearing Board Bitumen Building Block(ing) Benchmark Beam(s) Back of Curb Bottom of Structure Bottom Brick Bronze Basement Between Built-up Roofing Conduit Cabinet Catch Basin Cubic Feet Corner Guard Channel Cast Iron Control Joint Center Line Ceiling Closet Clear Concrete Masonry Unit Cased Opening Column Communication Concrete Connection Construction Continuous Contractor Coordination or Coordinate Corridor Cast Stone Ceramic Tile Center(ed) Copper Cover Cold Water Double Dedicated Demolish, Demolition Detail Drinking Fountain Double Hung Diameter Diagonal(ly) Diffuser Disconnect Dispenser Dimension Division Down Deep Damp-proof Membrane Door Downspout Drywall Drawing Dowels Drawer E EA EJ ELECT ELEV EMER EML EQ EQUIP EXH EXP EXP. BT. EXST'G EXT EWC East Each Expansion Joint Electrical Elevation Emergency Expanded Metal Lath Equal Spacing, Equivlant to Equipment Exhaust Expansion Expansion Bolt Existing Exterior Electric Water Cooler FACP FB FD FDN FE FF(E) FH FHC FIN FIXT FL FLG Fire Alarm Control Panel Face Brick Floor Drain Foundation Fire Extinguisher Finished Floor (Elevation) Fire Hydrant Fire Hose Cabinet Finish(ed) Fixture Flow Line Flashing FLR FLUOR FO FOF FOS FP FR FS FT FTG FURN FURR FUT FV FXD Floor Fluorescent Finished Opening Face of Finish Face of Stud Fire Proof Fire Resistant Full Size Feet/Foot Footing Furnished/Furniture Furring Future Field Verify Fixed GA GALV GC GFI GL GLZ GPM GR GRND GYP BD Gauge Galvanized General Contractor Ground Fault Interrupt Glass Glazing Gallons Per Minute Grade Ground Gypsum Wall Board HB HC HCW HD HDR HDWR HM HORIZ …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS MAY 7, 2025 PR-2024-018182; GF-2024-030562 OLD WEST AUSTIN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 2307 WINDSOR ROAD #2 10.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1950 house and outbuilding. ARCHITECTURE 2307 Windsor Road #2 is a two-story Mid-century Modern house with a flat roof, rustic stone and board-and-batten cladding, expansive fixed windows, a substantial stone chimney, and an inset carport at the one-story portion of the house. The building is set back between Windsor and East Windsor Roads, accessible only by a steeply sloped drive behind two street-frontage houses and invisible from both Windsor and East Windsor. Its stepped-down form nestles into the hillside with a two-story bank of windows facing downtown. RESEARCH The house at 2307 Windsor Road #2, originally addressed as 2300 East Windsor Road, was constructed in 1950 for Judge Trueman O’Quinn and his family. O’Quinn, an attorney, graduated from the University of Texas after reporting and editing for the Beaumont Enterprise, the Austin American, and the Daily Texan.1 While still a student, he was elected to the 42nd Texas Legislature representing Jefferson County from 1931 to 1932. After a few years in private practice, O’Quinn worked as an Austin assistant city attorney and was appointed chief City Attorney in 1939, a position he held until 1950. During World War II, he worked as Staff Judge Advocate after the Allied invasion of Normandy and occupation of Germany.2 The Windsor Road house was constructed in 1950, the same year O’Quinn left city government for private practice. Throughout the 1960s and ‘70s, he held numerous public and political posts, including 14 years as Travis County’s Democratic Party Chairman and as the official legal counsel for the University of Texas. He was appointed to the Third Court of Civil Appeals in 1967 and served for thirteen years.3 O’Quinn was best known for his role as a prolific collector and prominent amateur historian of William Sydney Porter, the American author known as O. Henry. “For almost half a century he gathered first editions, photos, manuscripts, and other memorabilia. He donated the staggering collection to The O. Henry Resources at the Austin History Center in 1982, a contribution without parallel,” notes Britney Jeffrey in the Texas State Historical Association’s Handbook of Texas. “Throughout his adult life, O'Quinn wrote articles and delivered speeches.”4 He was instrumental in saving two O. Henry residences from demolition, though one burned in …
CB Capital Mail - Fwd: Camp Kerry https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ik=c0f82ce831&view=pt&search=al... Brian Haley <bjh@cb-cap.com> Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM Fwd: Camp Kerry Caroline Haley <carolinebh@gmail.com> Reply-To: carolinebh@gmail.com To: Brian Haley <bjh@cbtxcapital.com> --------- Forwarded message --------- From: Kerry O'Quinn <austexk72@gmail.com> Date: Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at 8:18 PM Subject: Re: Camp Kerry To: <carolinebh@gmail.com> Caroline: During the many years that my primary residence was my New York City apartment in Manhattan, I frequently visited Austin and stayed at the home I grew up in -- often hosting gatherings of local friends, sometimes for parties, but these events never had anything to do with Austin politics of any kind. In fact, I was never involved in political activities in Austin, in spite of the fact that my father was City Attorney when I was a youngster. I hope this affirmation gives you the statement you wanted. Kerry O'Quinn On Thu, Apr 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM Caroline Haley <carolinebh@gmail.com> wrote: Kerry--thank you! We love learning more. The city was also interested in the parties and verifying for historic reasons that they were just parties and not political organizing parties. Do you mind affirming what you told me by phone? 1 of 1 4/6/25, 10:02 PM
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 2307 Windsor 2 and the Case Number: PR 25-009478 Sunday, February 23, 2025 3:24:03 PM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] . Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution Landmark Commission, We have been residents of Old Enfield for fifteen years and live near 2307 Windsor 2. We support the demolition of the current structure as it is not sound and safe. We are very familiar with soil movement in the area and it is evident the current structure is highly affected. I considered purchasing the property and have been in the home. Due to the vacancy for so long, it would be challenging to remedy to a safe and long lasting solution. We have confidence in the Haley’s commitment to creating something that reflects the history and quality of the neighborhood. We are thrilled they purchased the property and have always been the most considerate neighbors. They have gone above and beyond to help with landscaping when the city made changes to our street and their current home is maintained honored the history of the neighborhood. We approve and encourage the demolition. Laura Spence Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 2307 Windsor 2 Case Number PR 25-009478 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 10:12:10 AM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution As a neighbor of the Subject property, I appove the demolition and reconstruction of the historic landmark. Thank you, Peggy O'Shaughnessy CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 2307 Windsor 2 - Case Number: PR 25-009478 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 10:45:09 AM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, I wanted to let you know that I am very much in favor of Brian and Caroline Haley's complete demolition and subsequent single-family project at 2307 Windsor Rd. Thank you, Jennifer Skloss 2211 Windsor Rd E, Austin, TX 78703 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 2307 Windsor 2 and the Case Number: PR 25-009478. Thursday, February 27, 2025 1:39:13 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Sir/Madam, Please note my full support for the home project and the necessary demolition under Case Number: PR 25-009478. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Thank you, Sam 1702 Windsor Road & 1507 Murray Lane Austin TX 78703 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 2307 Windsor Rd. 2 Friday, February 28, 2025 1:47:29 PM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution We are in support of the demolition permit for the property located at 2307 2 Windsor Rd.: Case # PR-009478. We have lived in Old Enfield for 45 years and are hesitant about disturbing the fabric of our historic neighborhood. The house on this property has always been hidden behind foliage so it has little street presence. Due to the slope of the property engineering the foundation is a difficult and expensive task. I understand the current dwelling does not have adequate structural integrity for these conditions. Therefore I support the proposed demolition. Best, Bill and Marianne Dorman 1505 West Lynn Austin, TX 78703 Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
