HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS MAY 4, 2022 GF-2022-050222 1100 EAST 5TH STREET D.7 – 1 PROPOSAL ARCHITECTURE Demolish a compound Quonset hut warehouse erected on or moved to the lot ca. 1948. 1100 East 5th Street is an example of a rare multiple Quonset hut composed of five connected barrel-arch units, all of corrugated steel paneling. Roll-up metal bay doors provide access at the vault ends. A corrugated metal hood protects the western entrance, while the eastern portion of the site has been redeveloped into outdoor event space. Quonset huts are generally accepted as a historically significant building typology within preservation industry standards. An example context statement from The City of Los Angeles describes Quonsets “as an important World War II-era building type and method of construction, notable for its simple construction, distinctive shape, and use of prefabricated materials, and flexible interior plan. Intact examples represent the design and development of a low-cost and highly-versatile structure by the U.S. Navy for military use during World War II, and its adaptive reuse for housing and other uses during the postwar years.”1 In a 2003 historic thematic resource survey for the City of Fort Collins, Colorado, principal historian Adam Thomas notes that “[The Quonset hut] is one of the most unique American building forms ever created.” 2 “[It] was an engineering marvel,” asserts John Vara in the Journal of Light Construction. “It could be shipped anywhere and…assembled by a 10- man crew in one day, using only hand tools. Throughout World War II, the Quonset became the standard military utility building of all regions and climates…At the end of the war, […] Quonsets were everywhere, from homes to churches and auto dealerships […] Quonsets are now a rarity.”3 In 2015, Preservation Austin honored 1100 East 5th Street with a Merit Award for outstanding rehabilitation and adaptive reuse by Thoughtbarn and Delineate Studio. “Austin's most iconic Quonset hut on East Fifth might well have been demolished for parking, or an apartment complex had not a development team led by Richard Kooris and Dennis McDaniel stepped in to transform it into Fair Market, hands down one of the most stunning event spaces in the city.”4 RESEARCH The warehouse at 1100 East 5th Street was constructed in 1948-1949 by Ben H. Powell, Jr. Powell purchased the land from the nearby railway, which had previously used the lot for storage,5 and rented it …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS MAY 4, 2022 PR-2022-045223; GF-2022-050228 2905 STRATFORD DRIVE D.8 – 1 Demolish a ca. 1955 house and 1965 carport. PROPOSAL ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH One-story masonry veneer house with single and mulled three-light casement windows, side-gabled roof with deep eaves, and double-width masonry chimney. The house at 2905 Stratford Drive was constructed in 1955. Its most notable occupant was Colonel Vance Murphy, director of Bergstrom Air Force Base and the Austin Municipal Airport. Murphy enlisted in 1927 and served in the Southwest Pacific Theater during World War II. He became commander of Bergstrom AFB in 1954.1 After retiring from the military in 1958,2 Murphy took a position as Director of Aviation for the City of Austin, placing him at the helm of the airport’s modernization project.3 Murphy served as an officer, chairman, and board member in several civic organizations, including the United Fund, Red Cross, Girl Scouts of America, American Legion, and Armed Forces Club. 4 5 6 7 8Cora Murphy, Colonel Murphy’s wife, also served as chairman of nursing services with the Red Cross.9 Vance Murphy retired in 1973 and died in 1979.10 PROPERTY EVALUATION Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate to 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 does not appear architecturally significant. b. Historical association. The property is associated with Colonel Vance Murphy. 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 Approve the application upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. 1 "Lichty Says Goodby, Murphy Takes Over." 1954.The Austin Statesman (1921-1973), Mar 31, 17. 2 "Col. Murphy Honored at Bergstrom Review." 1958.The Austin American (1914-1973), Sep 28, 1. 3 "Murphy Takes Control Over Austin's Airport." 1958.The Austin Statesman (1921-1973), Sep 05, 9. 4 "Col. Murphy Named to …
Application for Tax Abatement for Rehabilitation of Property in a Local Historic District City of Austin Historic Preservation Office Austin, Texas 512-974-2727 Adopted December 2012 City of Austin Local Historic District Tax Abatement To encourage preservation and maintenance of the architectural character of local historic districts, the City makes available property tax abatements to the owners of contributing and potentially contributing properties who have completed substantial rehabilitation or restoration projects. The program abates 100% of the city property taxes assessed on the added value of a property that results from the rehabilitation or restoration project for a designated number of years. Improvements must comply with the local historic district’s preservation plan. ABATEMENT AVAILABLE BY PROPERTY TYPE: Category of property Duration of abatement Ownership type Amount of abatement Residential Owner occupied Residential located within Revitalization Area** Owner occupied Commercial Income- producing property Commercial located within Revitalization Area** Income- producing property Minimum % that must be spent on exterior improvements 5% 5% 5% 5% Required minimum expenditure Equal to 25% of pre- restoration value* of structure Equal to 10% of pre- restoration value * of structure Equal to 40% of pre- restoration value * of structure Equal to 30% of pre- restoration value * of structure 100% of the city taxes assessed on the added value of the property 100% of the city taxes assessed on the added value of the property 100% of the city taxes assessed on the added value of the property 100% of the city taxes assessed on the added value of the property Frequency abatement may be granted 7 years Once every 10 years 10 years Once every 15 years 10 years Once every 15 years 10 years Once every 15 years *Pre-restoration value means the most recent appraisal of the value of the property by the appraisal district before an application is submitted for abatement. **Revitalization Area is the area bounded by Interstate 35 from Manor Road to Riverside Drive, Riverside Drive from Interstate 35 to Highway 71, Highway 71 from Riverside Drive to Highway 183, Highway 183 from Highway 71 to Manor Road, and Manor Road from Highway 183 to Interstate 35. APPLICATION PROCESS: The program involves a three (3) step application process that requires approval by the Historic Landmark Commission and the Historic Preservation Office. Approval of Part I is required prior to starting any work. Part I – Application for Certification of Eligibility …
Application for Tax Abatement for Rehabilitation of Property in a Local Historic District City of Austin Historic Preservation Office Austin, Texas 512-974-2727 Adopted December 2012 City of Austin Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part I - Application for Certificate of Eligibility PART I - APPLICATION CHECK LIST: ___ Completed Application for Certificate of Eligibility signed by owner. ___ Estimate of costs for eligible work. ___ Completed Certificate of Appropriateness Application signed by owner. ___ Proof of pre-rehabilitation value from the Travis County Appraisal District. ___ Signed authorization for City Officials to inspect the property, and affidavit stating all property taxes are current and no city fees, fines, or penalties are owed on property owned by a business association in which the applicant has an ownership interest. ___ Current tax certificate providing proof no property taxes or City fees, fines, or penalties are delinquent on the property. ___ Proforma and development budget, if an estimated abatement is over $100,000. ___ Letter of intent from a financial institution or potential investors, if applicable. City of Austin Application for Historic Area District Tax Abatement Adopted December 2012 N/AN/A City of Austin Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part I - Application for Certificate of Eligibility Address of property: ______________________________________________________________ Name of Local Historic District:______________________________________________________ (cid:0) Contributing property (cid:0) Non-contributing property Legal Description of Property: _______________________________________________________ Tax Parcel ID Number:____________________________________________________________ APPLICANT/PROJECT CONTACT: Name:____________________________ ____________ Telephone: (____) _________________ Mailing Address:_________________________________ Mobile phone: ( ____ City:___________________ State: ____ Zip:__________ Email: OWNER: Name:_________________________________________ Telephone: Mailing Address:_________________________________ Mobile phone: City:___________________ State: ____ Zip:__________ Email: _ _ Proposed Use of the Property:_______________________________________________________ Proposed Scope of Work: _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Projected Construction Schedule:______________________________________________ Has the property received any other property tax relief under § 11.24 of the Texas Tax Code?: _____________________________________________________________________________ Describe all City Code violations, if any, on the property within the previous five years: _______________________________________________________________________________ For Historic Preservation Office use only: ____ Property is not a contributing or potentially contributing structure ____ Certificate of Eligibility approved by Historic Landmark Commission ____ Certificate of Eligibility not approved by Historic Landmark Commission ____________________________________________________ Historic Preservation Officer ________________ Date City of Austin Application for Historic Area District Tax Abatement Adopted December 2012 1105 Castle Court Austin, TX 78703Castle Hill Local Historic DistrictLOT 7 LESS N 5FT OLT 5 DIV Z CASTLE COURT0109010708512 751-13743908 Avenue B, Room 309Austin78751TXPeter Pincoffsp221 W. 6th Street, Suite 1400AustinTX78701Commercial OfficeNoneN/ASpring 2021O'Connell Architecture, LLC/Tere O'Connell, AIASite work to …
EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, May 4, 2022 6:00 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions Room 301 W. Second St. Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Advisory Board may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by 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. To speak in person, registration is required at least 10 min prior to the start of the meeting. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register call or email the board liaison at 512-974-3771 or michelle.rojas@austintexas.gov BOARD MEMBERS Endi Silva, Chair Gerardo Gandy, Member Ricardo Maga Rojas, Member Tomas Salas, Member David Goujon, Vice Chair Wayne Lopes, Member Arthur Navarro, Member AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed (3) three minutes to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. April 6, 2022 2. CHAIR REPORT 3. STAFF BRIEFINGS a. The Chair will brief the board and encourage board dialogue on agenda items. a. Staff Report on ESB-MACC program highlights. b. Staff briefing on the alley way vacation adjacent to the MACC by Ricardo Soliz, Division Manager Park Planning and Tom Migl, P.E. Fire Protection Engineer Austin Fire Department. a. Discussion and possible action on Phase 2 project. b. Discussion and possible action on alley way vacation adjacent to the MACC. 4. PRESNTATIONS a. None 5. NEW BUSINESS 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Reports on all working groups. 1. Arts - Joint Cultural Committee liaison report 2. Transportation 3. Phase 2 Project 7. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 8. 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 Michelle Rojas at the Parks and Recreation Department, at 512-974-3771, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Mexican American Cultural …
Summary of Proposed Changes Type of Change Clarify (Exemptions) of City Code Chapter 25-2, amend Subchapter E 3 25-8-211 (Water Quality Control Requirement) 4 25-8-214 (Optional Payment Instead of Structural Controls in Urban Watersheds) Description Current Status/Concern Proposed Improvement Advantage 1 25-1-112 Fiscal Security, add a new Subsection (F) Fiscal security is primarily intented for private development. The City has other existing mechanisms in place to accomplish the intent of this section for public projects. Clarify that a public project is not required to post fiscal security under this title. Provides clarity for project sponsors, design teams, and Code reviewers. 2 Section 1.2.4. Clarify Public right-of-way is not zoned land. Provides clarity for project sponsors, design teams, and Code reviewers. Clarify that roadway rights-of-way are not subject to zoning and land use rules. Policy Current requirements for calculating impervious cover do not allow a credit for removal of existing impervious. Calculations are done on a "site" basis, translation of site to linear projects in the right-of-way needed. A single mobility project may cross multiple watersheds. Policy Roadway projects have limited land area available to provide space for water quality controls within the right-of-way and vacant land is not always available for purchase. Revise procedure for water quality calculations to be determined on a watershed basis rather than for the total mobility project area and to allow for a credit for the removal of existing impervious cover. Removes barriers to the delivery of critical safety and mobility improvements. Reduces reliance on waivers and variances. Translates code written for commercial development to mobility projects in the right-of-way. 5 25-8-262 (Critical Water Quality Zone Street Crossings) Clarify Current requirements are not clear that rail lines, like roadways, are able to cross critical water quality zones. Creates a Public Mobility Projects Structural Control Fund for payment-in-lieu of built improvements in all watersheds of the City except the Barton Springs Zone. The payment shall be based on a formula established by the Council. As funds accumulate, they City can best direct the use of funds for the design and construction of water quality control facilities. Clarify definitions of types of roadways and that railways have the same ability to cross critical water quality zones as roadways. 6 25-8-341 (Cut Requirements) Clarify Current requirements are not clear that rail lines, like roadways, are able to cross critical water quality zones. Clarify that railways have the …
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: James Barr Friday, April 29, 2022 2:35 PM HPD Preservation Attn: Amber Allen, Re: Case No. HR 22-036714, 4314 Ave H Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** My name is James Barr. I am the owner of the property at 4110 Ave H. I am in favor of the applicant’s request. I’m an Architect and have practiced for 41 years in Austin. I’ve lived at this address for 25 years. More than half of my time in practice has been in Historic Preservation, both on my own and working for Bell, Klein and Hoffman, Sheffelman and Nix, Page Southerland Page, The Barr Company and Travis County Facilities Management Department. I believe that in order for Hyde Park Neighborhood to flourish we must allow and even encourage additions, remodels and, where appropriate, allow demolition/replacement. There are certainly exceptions for some of the structures that have social or physical historic significance. Sincerely, James Barr CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Ila Falvey Monday, May 2, 2022 8:22 AM HPD Preservation Case number: GF22-047398-2002 Scenic Dr *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Attn: Amber Allen Thank you for your research on the property. In addition to the attributes that you mentioned, this building contributes to the neighborhood of rock houses that are common in the area and represent an era of Austin's past. This neighborhood's importance was emphasized as it and several of the rock houses were included on Preservation Austin's Home Tour in 2010. I strongly oppose destroying an historic house, the long two story rock house with the whimsical carved keystones, and the bridges and paths that meander through the property. This property is a treasure and should be respected for its beauty not destroyed to maximize wealth. Ila Falvey CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Laura Des Enfants 3706 Stevenson Avenue Austin TX 78703 x During this period of rapid growth Austin needs to be vigilant and preserve its architectural history or risk losing both its character and history. 5.2.2022
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Nabil Rahman Sunday, May 1, 2022 10:08 PM HPD Preservation 1100 E 5th St demolition *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I live on 1109 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78702 and I object to this request. This neighborhood is being fully wiped out of anything with any historical significance and this change is absurd. There is currently a wedding happening in this venue and it is an example of how viable this space is for events in the area. Thanks! Nabil Rahman Chief Product Officer Spot Insurance CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
ROSEWOOD COURTS U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e 05/04/2022 LOCATION G G D E ROSEWOOD HISTORIC DISTRICT RC F F F F U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e HISTORY 1 2 RC ORIGINAL DESIGN ORIGINAL DESIGN U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e HISTORY RC ORIGINAL DESIGN U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e CURRENT CONDITION BLDG D BLDG D BLDG E RC BLDG F BLDG G BLDG G U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e SITE WORK HVI UNIT F NEW RAMP FULLY ACCESSIBLE UNIT RC NEW RAIN GARDENS U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e PROPOSED WORK BUILDING D BUILDING E U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e PROPOSED WORK BUILDING F BUILDING G U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e PROPOSED WORK *No addition is being proposed BUILDING D BUILDING F RC BUILDING G U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e PROPOSED WORK *No addition is being proposed BUILDING F RC BUILDING E BUILDING G U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e PROPOSED WORK BUILDING F BUILDING F RC *No addition is being proposed BUILDING G BUILDING G U r b a n F o u n d r y A r c h i t e c t u r e DOORS ORIGINAL DOOR TYPES PROPOSED DOOR TYPES WINDOWS BUILDING F BUILDING G U r b a n F o u n d r …
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Meredith Dreiss Monday, May 2, 2022 2:07 PM HPD Preservation case # GF22-047398-2002 Scenic Dr *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Case # GF 22‐047398‐2002 Scenic Dr Dear Amber Allen, I am writing in hopes that a hold can be put on demolition plans for 2002 Scenic Drive, Austin, TX 78703 until further research can be completed by the city’s historic preservation department. I currently live down the street from 2002 Scenic Dr at 3002 Scenic, but before moving I lived across the street from 2002 Scenic at 3805 Stevenson Avenue for 29 years. I’ve been inside 2002 on a number of occasions during the years that Whit and Allison Hanks rented the house from owners C.H. and Mildred Slator. 2002 Scenic is extremely unique with whimsical nooks and crannies, spectacular stone fireplaces and a stone façade that seems more “rustic stone vernacular” than Spanish Colonial revival. What’s more important to think about is its contextual setting: Where Stevenson Avenue dead ends into Scenic Drive right at the cliff overlooking Lake Austin, there are 7‐8 adjacent stone house built in the 1930s and early 40s that are similar and may have been designed by the same architect. For example, I know the fireplaces at both 2002 Scenic and 3805 Stevenson (across the street) were probably built by the same stone mason, both are highly unusual and quirky with similar elements. I believe this grouping of houses could be considered an historic district and should be assessed accordingly. Having walked Scenic Drive for 43 years I’ve also noticed traces of archaeological chert‐working where Scenic and Stevenson streets meet. I know this kind of evidence does not necessarily halt demolition permits, but just wanted to mention it. I’ve read that the earliest city records date to 1946 when the architectural firm of Fehr and Granger were hired by the Slators for renovations. I’ve had trouble finding out who the original architect was and what the house may have looked like before renovations, but tax records indicated construction date may be 1930. Arthur Fehr worked for architect Harvey P. Smith of San Antonio during this time. Smith was renowned for mission and restoration work and some of Smith’s Spanish Colonial style architecture is reminiscent of 2002 Scenic and also next door at 2008 Scenic (built in 1935) as well as across the street at 2005 Scenic …
