JOINT SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING SPECIAL CALLED MEETING MINUTES July 8, 2024 The Joint Sustainability Committee convened in a hybrid meeting via videoconferencing and at Austin Energy Headquarters. Board Members in Attendance in Person: Diana Wheeler Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Lane Becker, Kaiba White, Heather Houser, Jon Salinas, Alberta Philipps, Anna Scott, Rodrigo Leal, Melissa Rothrock, Chris Campbell, Haris Qureshi Board Members Absent: Larry Franklin, Chris Maxwell-Gaines, Yure Suarez, Amy Noel, Charlotte Davis City Staff in Attendance: Rohan Lilauwala CALL TO ORDER Acting Chair Diana Wheeler called the meeting to order at 7:07 pm. 1. Approval of minutes from the Jun 24th meeting of the Joint Sustainability Committee. • Salinas motions to approve with amendment to include all members absent, Scott seconds, passes 10-0 with Qureshi off dais. 2. Recommendation of investments the City should fund as part of council resolution 20240215-025 ‘Environmental Investment Plan’. • Leal – where did the $250-300 million number come from? o White – number discussed by council subquorum. Should be $250-350 million range. • Qureshi provides minor copy edits • Qureshi amendment to increase number to $250-300 million • Leal - What about water conservation? o White – city-owned solar can offset Austin Water’s energy costs to allow for reinvestments into water conservation. Conserving land improves source water quality. • Scott motions to approve as amended, Campbell seconds, passes 11-0. 3. Recommendation in support of a ‘Climate Fee’ as outlined in the staff response to council resolution 20240215-025 ‘Environmental Investment Plan’. • Discussion of progressive vs regressive nature of tax. Intention to steer options to reduce impact on low-income earners. • White amends last paragraph to “This new fee should be structured to be equitable and responsive to Austin’s wealth gaps and the fee should provide predictable revenue. A legal analysis of options that could be paid by residents, businesses, corporations and/or visitors should be conducted and presented to the City Council for consideration as soon as possible.” • Scott motions to approve as amended, Phillips seconds, passes 11-0. Meeting adjourned at 7:43 pm. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Zach Baumer …
REGULAR MEETING of the LGBTQ QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION Monday, July 8, 2024 at 7:00 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center, Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., Austin, Texas 78752 MEETING MINUTES Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. 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, contact Alyssa Parra, the Commission’s staff liaison, at 512-974-2934 or Alyssa.Parra@AustinTexas.gov. Appointment Commissioner Gary Brown District 1 District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 District 6 District 7 Mariana Krueger Brandon Wollerson VACANT Charles Curry Dr. Melissa Taylor Morgan Davis Alexander Andersen Minutes Appointment District 8 District 9 District 10 Mayor Stakeholder Stakeholder Stakeholder Stakeholder CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Dereca Sims VACANT Yuri G Barragán Brigitte Bandit Jerome Benson David Garza J. Scott Neal, Chair CALL TO ORDER Chair Scott called to order at 7:08 PM ROLL CALL: Absent: • Dereca Sims • Melissa Taylor • Brandon Wollerson Page 1 of 4 • Charles Curry • Gary Brown Present: Jerome Benson (Jerry Joe) • Yuri G Barragán • Brigitte Bandit • • David Garza • John Scott Neal • Mariana Krueger • Morgan Davis • Alexander Andersen PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None MOTION TO SUSPEND ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER Motioned by Commissioner Neal and seconded by Commissioner Anderson, it passed unanimously by roll call vote and Commissioner Garza abstaining. 1. Motion by Commissioner Benson, Seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to approve the minutes of the Commission’s Regular Meeting on June 10, 2024, passed unanimously by roll call vote. 2. Briefing on the LGPOA Conference from Sergeant Michael Wilmore-Crumrine from the Austin 3. Briefing on Monkey Pox from Isbel Cantu, Mpox/Flu Program Coordinator from Austin Public APPROVAL OF MINUTES STAFF BRIEFINGS Police Department. Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS working group. 4. Updates from the Community and Communication working group and the chair selection for the Commissioner Anderson is chair of the working group. Working group to present update at next meeting in August. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. Approve a recommendation from the New Commissioner Working group for a nomination to Page 2 of 4 the commission. Tabled until next month, the …
Historic Landmark Commission Applications under Review for July 3, 2024 Meeting This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. 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, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. Briefings 2. Briefing on community outreach and engagement for the Equity-Based Preservation Plan – Cara Bertron and Gregory Farrar Historic landmark and historic district applications National Register district permit applications 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 801 Lydia Street – Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District – Total demolition. 1807 E Cesar Chavez Street – Berner-Clark-Mercado House - Repair/replace deck and rails, paint exterior. 1003 E 9th Street – Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District – Partial demolition/addition/remodel/new construction accessory dwelling unit. 611 E 6th Street – Sixth Street National Register Historic District – New construction. 1519 Alameda Drive – Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District – New construction. 2100 Travis Heights Boulevard – Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District – Partial demolition/addition. 900 Spence Street – Willow-Spence National Register Historic District – Total demolition. 1409 Alta Vista Avenue – Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District – Total demolition. 1607 Kenwood Avenue – Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District – Addition. 1701 W 32nd Street – Old West Austin National Register Historic District – Total demolition and new construction. 4200 Wilshire Parkway – Wilshire Wood National Register Historic District – Total demolition. 1205 W 10th Street – West Line National Register Historic District – Replace windows/doors, replace stone, repaint. Demolition and relocation permit applications (all total demolitions unless otherwise noted) 7304 Knox Lane – Relocation – 78731 1205 Cotton Street – 78702 10413 S IH 35 SVRD NB – 78747 4700 S Congress Avenue #10 – 78745 1702 E Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard – 78702 1704 E Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard – 78702 3711 Gilbert Street – 78703 4704 S Congress Avenue #16 – Relocation – 78745 4704 S Congress Avenue #15 – Relocation – 78745 …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, July 3rd, 2024 – 6:00 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions Room 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the 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, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMISSION MEMBERS: Ben Heimsath, Chair Witt Featherston, Vice Chair Kevin Koch Carl Larosche Trey McWhorter Harmony Grogan Jaime Alvarez Roxanne Evans Raymond Castillo JuanRaymon Rubio Tara Dudley AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. June 5, 2024 – Offered for consent approval. 1 BRIEFINGS 2. Briefing on community outreach and engagement for the Equity-Based Preservation Plan Presenter: Cara Bertron and Gregory Farrar PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 3. PR-2024-014961 – 801 Lydia St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Total demolition. (Postponed June 5, 2024) Applicant: Jennifer Hanlen City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Deny the demolition request. 4. HR-2024-040291– 1807 E Cesar Chavez St. Berner-Clark-Mercado House Council District 3 Proposal: Repair/replace deck and rails, paint exterior. (Postponed June 5, 2024) Applicant: David Rudick City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant’s request to postpone the public hearing to August 7, 2024 to allow time to implement Committee feedback. 5. HR-2024-051579 – 1003 E 9th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Partial demolition/addition/remodel/build new construction accessory dwelling unit. (Postponed June 5, 2024) Applicant: Joshua Mackley City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Strongly encourage the applicant to reduce the addition’s height further to enhance compatibility with the design standards, but approve the application, as the applicant has amended the design to better enhance compatibility per Committee feedback. National Register District Permit Applications 6. HR-2024-044761 – 611 …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, June 5th, 2024 – 6:00 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions Room 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the 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, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMISSION MEMBERS: Ben Heimsath, Chair x Witt Featherston, Vice Chair x Kevin Koch x Carl Larosche x Trey McWhorter x Harmony Grogan x x x x x ab Jaime Alvarez Roxanne Evans Raymond Castillo JuanRaymon Rubio Tara Dudley DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Eric Standridge spoke on 1500 E 12th Street. Tommy Siragusa spoke on 2100 Travis Heights Boulevard. Andrea Hill spoke on 900 Spence Street. Meghan King spoke on Preservation Austin updates. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. May 1, 2024 – Offered for consent approval. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda on a motion by Commissioner Featherston. Commissioner Larosche seconded the motion. Vote: 10-0. The motion passed. BRIEFINGS 2. Presentation on Code Department and Building Standards Commission processes 3. Briefing on outreach, engagement, and next steps for the Equity-Based Preservation Presenter: Robert Moore Plan Presenter: Cara Bertron CONSENT/CONSENT POSTPONEMENT AGENDA Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 4. HR-2024-025501 – 1000 Blanco St. – Application withdrawn, no action required. West Austin Fire Station Council District 9 5. PR-2024-014961 – 801 Lydia St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Total demolition. (Postponed May 1, 2024) Applicant: Jennifer Hanlen City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant’s postponement request to the July 3, 2024 meeting. MOTION: Postpone the public hearing to July 3, 2024, per passage of the consent postponement agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Featherston. Commissioner Larosche seconded the motion. Vote: 10-0. The motion passed. 6. HR-2024-040291– 1807 E Cesar Chavez …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS JULY 3, 2024 HR-2023-043027 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 1409 ALTA VISTA AVENUE 10 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1926 house. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH One-story Craftsman with horizontal wood siding, screened wood windows, decorative shutters, a hooded entryway with decorative brackets, and a clipped-gable roof. The house at 1409 Alta Vista Avenue was built around 1926. Until 1947, its occupants were mostly short-term owners and renters, including an engineer, a state highway inspector, an office manager, and a mechanic. The home was then purchased by Frank and Lura Connolly. Frank Connolly was the editor, owner, and publisher of the Texas Tax Journal, while Lura worked both at the journal and as a Red Cross nurse. The Connollys sold the home in the late 1950s to Anna and William Duncum. William Duncum worked as a public school teacher. 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 high 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: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of modest Craftsman architecture in Travis Heights. 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 appear to possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property does not appear to be a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Strongly encourage adaptive reuse and rehabilitation, then relocation over demolition, but release the demolition permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. The Historic Landmark Commission must review plans for new construction in National Register Historic Districts before the demolition permit is released. LOCATION MAP 10 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 10 – 3 10 – 4 Application, 2023 1952 Frank R. & Lura J. Connolly – Texas Tax Journal Publication Co., Littlefield Bldg. Occupancy History …
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Russell Korte Historic Preservation Office district9@austin.texas.gov; Beeler, Melissa; Qadri, Zo; Fahnestock, Sam; Adrian, Leah; kalan.cotreras@austintexas.gov; Heimsath, Ben - BC; Dudley, Tara - BC Concerns Regarding 1409 Alta Vista Demolition Tuesday, June 11, 2024 9:03:44 AM City Arborist; Some people who received this message don't often get email from important . Learn why this is External Email - Exercise Caution Hello -- I am writing regarding the planned demolition of 1409 Alta Vista Avenue. I am a proponent of new development within our city, but without careful planning and consideration, this project could be an imminent danger to heritage trees on the property, negatively impact the neighborhood and Alta Vista Avenue, and set the wrong precedent for development under updated building codes. I am urging a postponement of the demolition approval until a full development plan is shared and neighborhood concerns are addressed. I observed at the June 5, 2024 Historic Landmark Commission meeting that the owner of this property intends to carry out a full demolition followed by the construction of a triplex. The owner, however, has not attempted to contact or make clear his plans with immediate neighbors or the neighborhood association. As the owner and resident of the house next door, 1407 Alta Vista, I am greatly concerned about the impact of this project on the neighborhood, Alta Vista Avenue, and my property. While I support the creation of additional affordable housing units in our city, I have concerns about approving the demolition of this original structure without a clear understanding of the triplex plans for this lot. My specific concerns include: Preservation of Heritage Trees: There are seven heritage trees documented on the demolition permit. How will the project address the preservation of the beautiful heritage oak trees on the property? How do we ensure that the developer does not willfully violate tree preservation rules? Maintaining Existing Feel and Setbacks How will the project ensure the preservation of existing street's feel? The setbacks create a sense of openness and greenery that is unique and core to the identity of Travis Heights Street and Alley Access and Parking: How will access and parking be managed for three units on this lot? I urge the Historic Landmark Commission, and the city, to hold off on approving the demolition of the existing structure until there is a comprehensive review of the proposed plans to ensure …
From: To: Subject: Date: Hillary Bilheimer Historic Preservation Office Tree Ordinance Review Sunday, June 9, 2024 9:53:41 AM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Hello I am writing about 1409 Alta Vista Av 78704 and the proposed development that is being permitted at that location. The developer has submitted plans for demolition of existing and building 3 new structures on the property. With seven heritage trees on the site, I am curious how this will happen. I am very much in support of keeping existing trees and setbacks in this neighborhood (I am an Alta Vista resident, myself). I do not support the current CoA loophole of essentially allowing developers to remove trees by paying a fine. This allows developers to merely absorb the fine in the case where they will turn around and sell whatever they are building at extremely inflated prices. It does nothing to actually preserve our heritage trees. In this particular case, both the developer and architect are from outside of Austin and can be assumed to only see the trees as a nuisance and not as the habitat-providing, shade-providing members of our urban forest that they are. Please let me know what is being done and what can still be done at this stage in order to protect these trees. Thank you Hillary Bilheimer 1802 Alta Vista Av 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".
11 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS JULY 3, 2024 HR-2024-055618 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 1607 KENWOOD AVENUE PROPOSAL Construct a side addition to a ca. 1940 house, enclosing a detached studio building. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Combine 1-story, single-family house and detached studio building. The extended front wall will be flush with the original house, extending to the footprint of the patio at the side and the studio at the rear. The proposed design changes the house from a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom to a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom. 2) Partially demolish roofs of both structures and build new roof connecting them and over new construction. The side gable at the front of the house will be extended with matching dimensions, with two gables projecting to the rear at the existing house and remainder of the studio roof system. 3) Remove front window and door & install new fixtures. 4) Move driveway & install a new path to front entry. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register nomination describes the house as an intact, contributing example of the Minimal Traditional style built in a rectangular plan. The front elevation features a door at center, with a 1/1 window on either side. A side gable roof is present, with a front gable projecting outwards, covering the front entryway. To the southeast of the main house is a small, detached studio space with a front gable roof extending towards the front of the property. The southwest corner of the property is enclosed by a wood fence that forms a patio space behind it. The house at 1607 Kenwood Avenue was constructed around 1938, and was advertised as a 5-room bungalow rental for $32.50 a month. No records are present indicating who occupied the property until 1941, when it housed Roy & Ruth Krezdorn. Mr. Krezdorn worked as an electrical engineer at the Lower Colorado River Authority at this time, and Mrs. Krezdorn was active in Austin social groups, including Junior Helping Hand and St. Martin’s Lutheran Church. Later Roy worked in a managerial role, as well as an adjunct professor for engineering, and Ruth gave birth to three children. By this time they were no longer listed as residing at the modest bungalow on Kenwood Avenue, and listings had the Curtis family occupying the space, who would later appear on a notice for delinquent taxes. At some point …
12 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS JULY 3, 2024 HR-2024-071983; PR-2024-071554, GF-2024-073577 OLD WEST AUSTIN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 1701 WEST 32ND STREET PROPOSAL garage. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH Demolish a c. 1949 contributing structure, replace with a new single-family house. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Demolish the exiting, fire-damaged house, which contributes to the National Register district. Retain existing detached 2) Construct a new one-story, single-family residence, with a larger footprint. House will feature front, rear, and side deck. Proposed house will feature an asymmetric gable roof and covered porch with minor similarity to the historic. Asymmetrical double-front gable, single family house with two sets of paired 1/1 replacement windows at the front elevation. A front porch extends across the smaller front gable, about half the width of the house. The building extends back along Jefferson Street with numerous windows of different sizes and a cross gable at the rear. A porch with pergola is present at the rear. Fire damage is present at several areas of the house, notably the attic and roof. The early occupant of the house at 1701 West 32nd Street was Arthur Anthony Shipley, a veteran of World War II. After the war ended, he attended the University of Texas and was involved with athletics and coaching. Upon graduation, he owned and operated the Varsity Shop on Guadalupe Street and rented the house on West 32nd Street. He was noted in the local news as an ardent supporter of the university’s sports teams. He suffered a heart attack and died while attending a UT football game in 1959 at the age of 52. The house appears to have continued operating as a rental after this. 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 new construction is set back the required 25 feet from the front of the property, which is similar to the existing building and surrounding houses, in keeping with Standard 1.1. Rear detached garage is proposed to be retained. 2. Orientation Orientation is consistent with the historic building and other houses on the street. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed design is one story, consistent with the existing building. However, …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS JULY 3, 2024 PR-2024-064449; GF-2024-073048 WILSHIRE WOOD NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 4200 WILSHIRE PARKWAY 13 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1947 house. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH One-story cross-gabled house clad in siding and cut-stone veneer, with multilight steel casement windows and a front-facing garage. The house at 4200 Wilshire Parkway was built in 1947 by developers Bradfield and Brush. Its earliest occupants were William and Rachel Willis. William Willis worked at the Bireley’s Beverages bottling plant on Fifth Street. By the late 1950s, the Willises had sold the property to Charles L. and Bessie Simonsen. The Simonsens, a retired couple, had moved from Pittsburgh to be closer to their son, who taught chemistry at the University of Texas. PROPERTY EVALUATION The property contributes to the Wilshire Wood National Register district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain high 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 does not appear to convey architectural significance. 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, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, then relocation or deconstruction over demolition, but release the demolition permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. The Historic Landmark Commission must review plans for new construction prior to release of the demolition permit within National Register districts. LOCATION MAP 13 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 13 – 3 13 – 4 Demolition permit application, 2024 Occupancy History City Directory Research, June 2024 1959 1952 1949 Address not listed Historical Information Charles L. and Bessie Simonsen, owners William F. and Rachel Willis, owners –Bireley’s Beverages (bottling plant) The Austin American (1914-1973); Austin, Tex.. 21 Sep 1952: A27. 13 – …
City of Austin Development Services Department Land Status Determination 1995 Rule Platting Exception June 13, 2024 File Number: C8I-2024-0092 Address: 4200 WILSHIRE PKWY Tax Parcel I.D.# 0218110524 Tax Map Date: 06/13/2024 The Development Services Department Review has determined that this parcel, as described in the attached description and map, IS EXCEPTED FROM THE REQUIREMENT TO PLAT in accordance with the Land Development Code, Section 25-4-2(C), and is eligible to receive utility service. The parcel of land consists of five acres or less, and is described as being LOT 4, LESS N5FT & SE TRI, WILSHIRE PARK; LOT 3, BLOCK 4, S CEN E PART OF WILSHIRE WOOD, SEC 3, Travis County, Texas in the current deed, recorded on Mar 30, 2007, in Document #2007057101, Travis County Deed Records. This parcel existed in its current configuration on January 1,1995, as evidenced by a deed recorded on Jun 26, 1984, in Volume 8668, Page 591, Travis County Deed Records. The parcel was lawfully receiving utility service, as defined in Section 212.012 of the Texas Local Government Code, on January 1, 1995, as evidenced by water service on Sep 24, 1947. The parcel meets the requirements of the Land Development Code for roadway frontage and is located on an existing street. Additional Notes/Conditions: NONE This determination of the status of the property is based on the application of Chapter 212, Municipal Regulation of Subdivisions and Property Development, Texas Local Government Code; and the City of Austin Land Development Code, Chapter 25-4, Subdivision. Recognition hereby does not imply approval of any other portion of the City Code or any other regulation. By: _Patrick Collins_____________________________________ Patrick Collins, Representative of the Director Development Services Department Tax Parcel I.D.# 0218110524 Tax Map Date: 06/13/2024
Hallmark Inspections, LLC INSPECTED FOR Meghan Hughes 4200 Wilshire Pkwy Austin, TX 78722 May 21, 2024 Hallmark Inspections, LLC 1805 Sanchez St Austin, TX 78702 Phone 512-660-7061 aaronwedemeyer@gmail.com SOLD TO: Meghan Hughes TX INVOICE INVOICE NUMBER 20240521-01 INVOICE DATE 05/21/2024 LOCATION 4200 Wilshire Pkwy REALTOR DESCRIPTION PRICE AMOUNT SUBTOTAL TAX TOTAL BALANCE DUE $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS! PROPERTY INSPECTION REPORT FORM Meghan Hughes Name of Client 4200 Wilshire Pkwy, Austin, TX 78722 Address of Inspected Property Aaron Wedemeyer Name of Inspector Name of Sponsor (if applicable) 05/21/2024 Date of Inspection 26252 TREC License # TREC License # PURPOSE OF INSPECTION A real estate inspection is a visual survey of a structure and a basic performance evaluation of the systems and components of a building. It provides information regarding the general condition of a residence at the time the inspection was conducted. It is important that you carefully read ALL of this information. Ask the inspector to clarify any items or comments that are unclear. RESPONSIBILITY OF THE INSPECTOR This inspection is governed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Standards of Practice (SOPs), which dictates the minimum requirements for a real estate inspection. The inspector IS required to: use this Property Inspection Report form for the inspection; inspect only those components and conditions that are present, visible, and accessible at the time of the inspection; indicate whether each item was inspected, not inspected, or not present; indicate an item as Deficient (D) if a condition exists that adversely and materially affects the performance of a system or component OR constitutes a hazard to life, limb or property as specified by the SOPs; and explain the inspector’s findings in the corresponding section in the body of the report form. The inspector IS NOT required to: identify all potential hazards; turn on decommissioned equipment, systems, utilities, or apply an open flame or light a pilot to operate any appliance; climb over obstacles, move furnishings or stored items; prioritize or emphasize the importance of one deficiency over another; provide follow-up services to verify that proper repairs have been made; or inspect system or component listed under the optional section of the SOPs (22 TAC 535.233). RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CLIENT While items identified as Deficient (D) in an inspection report DO NOT obligate any party to make repairs or take other actions, in the event that any further evaluations …
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, …
