08.2 - Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative - rendering — original pdf
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09.0 - 1806 Drake Ave — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-142120; GF-2025-144821 Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District 1806 Drake Avenue 9 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1945 contributing building. Architecture This residence sits on the rear half of a subdivided lot originally extending from Brackenridge Street to Drake Avenue. It is a simple rectangle in form, with a moderately pitched, side gabled roof that has been re-clad with metal. There is a small brick chimney at the front elevation set to one side of the centered entryway door. This doorway is covered by a modest gable that is supported by two brackets. While the building is described in the National Register nomination as in the ranch style, the form is so simple it lacks many of the ypical horizontal details frequently found in similar houses. However, the walls are brick, which is uncommon in the district, though they are more common for housing found in the city built around the same time as 1806 Drake. Research In the first decade after its construction, the property cycled through owners every few years. The first owners appear to be Martin & Margaret Birdsong, who was employed by the Austin Police Department as a lieutenant. Subsequent owners were a plumber and a family associated with the United States Air Force, but none of these residents lived at the address for long. By the 1960s, multiple news articles report that a man names James Edward Wilson lived at the address. 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 a decent example of ranch-influenced infill development 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, 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 …
09.1 - 1806 Drake Ave - Photos — original pdf
N 19° 37' 24" E 12.62' ' 0 0 . 7 4 E " 8 1 ' 0 0 ° 1 7 S N 70° 44' 37" W 2.16' N 19° 00' 49" E 37.37' 27.2' 9.9' ' 0 . 6 ' 2 . 0 1 13.4' ' 6 . 9 1 ' 3 . 7 1 7.0' ' 5 . 2 1 Y E V R O . 8 U R S C T N E A K C E S T R C D B A A A IS ' 0 9 . 4 4 W " 9 3 ' 9 5 ° 0 7 N 9.1' ' 6 . 2 ' 6 . 2 3.5' 21.0' 1/2" IRF BEARS S 89° 07' 46" W 0.66' S 19° 05' 56" W 50.00' LEGAL DESCRIPTION: BEING A PORTION OF BLOCK 12H, OF FAIRVIEW PARK, AN ADDITION TO TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 1, PAGE 46, PLAT RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, BEING ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED TO CONNIE LEAVERTON, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 2010139506, OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, AND ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED TO CONNIE LEAVERTON, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 2024028633, SAID OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION ATTACHED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART THEREOF ON PAGE 2. SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATION: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT ON THIS DATE A SURVEY WAS …
10.0 - 1608 Pease Rd — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 HR-2025-144182 Old West Austin Historic District 1608 Pease Road 10 – 1 Proposal Construct a residence at a property listed as noncontributing to the district. Project Specifications Construct a new residence on the site of a previously approved demolition of a 1976 duplex residential structure. Architecture The building currently located at this address was constructed in 1976, and is listed as noncontributing to the National Register district. The demolition application for this building was not presented to the Historic Landmark Commission. 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 New construction features the same setback as the 1976 structure on site, which is roughly in keeping with the surrounding properties on the block and district. 2. Orientation The orientation faces the street, which is typical for the neighborhood. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed structure is two stories in height, similar to the existing house. While most immediate neighbors on this side of this street are a single story, most houses directly across the street are contributing, two story buildings. Massing also appears to be more appropriate to the neighborhood than the existing structure, which is largely set behind a double garage that projects toward the street. 4. Proportions As mentioned above, the proportions are in keeping with other two-story buildings on the block. 5. Design and style Design of the new residence is generally compatible, with material choices and proportions within reason. While the building is large, material changes and appropriately-scaled fenestration keep the building for looking out of scale. 6. Roofs The proposed front facing gable is not common amongst immediate neighbors in the area. However, there are numerous examples of a front gable in the district, and the roof pitch and shape is modest and simple. Metal roofing material is not common to contributing houses but will not look out of place due to alterations in the neighborhood. 7. Exterior walls Proposed cladding materials include brick, stucco, and vertically-oriented wood V-groove siding, all of which are appropriate for the district. 10 – 2 8. Windows and doors While many of the windows are large, they are spaced …
10.1 - 1608 Pease Rd - Photos & Drawings — original pdf
PEASE RESIDENCE 1 6 0 8 P E A S E R O A D , A U S T I N , T X 7 8 7 0 3 The use of these plans and specifications is restricted to the original site for which they were prepared. Re-use, reproduction or publication by any method in whole or in part is prohibited, unless authorized by John West Stoddard, Inc. Ownership of the design, plans and specifications is solely with John West Stoddard, Inc. ISSUED: 1 11-05-2025 m o c . d r a d d o t s w j : w w w 1 7 2 4 . 7 8 9 . 2 1 5 : p I T E S W E V E R C L H 5 2 0 2 - 5 0 - 1 1 JOHN WEST STODDARD, INC. THESE DOCUMENTS ARE PRELIMINARY AND SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR REGULATORY APPROVAL, PERMITTING, OR CONSTRUCTION 7 0 . 5 2 0 2 : r e b m u N j t c e o r P 3 0 7 8 7 X T , n i t s u A , d R e s a e P 8 0 6 1 I I : s u t a t S j t c e o r P D B T : e t a D e u s s I e c n e d i s e R e s a e P DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: DATE: PERMIT: JWS JWS 11-05-25 COVER SHEET A-0.0 VIEW FROM REAR POOL AREA VIEW FROM PEASE ROAD - RIGHT VIEW FROM PEASE ROAD - LEFT S S N N W W E E D T S CW PW SP The use of these plans and specifications is restricted to the original site for which they were prepared. Re-use, reproduction or publication by any method in whole or in part is prohibited, unless authorized by John West Stoddard, Inc. Ownership of the design, plans and specifications is solely with John West Stoddard, Inc. ISSUED: 1 11-05-2025 SITE LEGEND CONSTRUCTION DUMPSTER CHEMICAL TOILET MATERIALS STAGING AREA CONCRETE WASHOUT PAINT WASHOUT SPOILS PLACEMENT SILT FENCE CONSTRUCTION FENCE GAS SEWER WATER TELEPHONE ELECTRICAL WASTE WATER SF F G SS W T E WW HVAC EQUIPMENT H POOL EQUIPMENT P EXISTING HOUSE TO BE DEMO'D OVERHEAD POWER LINES CONSTRUCTION ACCESS ROUTE DEMO …
11.0 - 210 W 6th St — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 HR-2025-144243 Sixth Street Historic District 210 West 6th Street 11 – 1 Proposal Rehabilitate a contributing building for use as a food service and event space. Project Specifications 1) Install awnings above windows at south and west facades, in the same locations as historic awnings. 2) Replace glass at non-original windows at the west façade with textured glass to obscure kitchen services and allow for ventilation to be installed. 3) Paint non-original entry doors at north façade, which date from 2020. 4) Replace non-historic handrail at Sixth Street entry. 5) Install two pairs of doors at the north façade for egress and accessibility routes. 6) Install rooftop screening at west bay roof to visually obscure kitchen equipment. 7) Install signage at south and north elevations, with additional logos on awnings at south and west facades. Architecture The following is from the site’s historical marker: Claudia Taylor Johnson Hall The University of Texas System Constructed during the period 1912-1914. This building was the seventh United States post office location in Austin, Texas. The supervising architect for the neo-classical revival style structure was James Knox Taylor of the U.S. Treasury Department. It was built by Dieter and Wenzel Construction Company of Wichita, Kansas, at a cost of $172,987. The land cost $40,000. Following construction of a new post office and federal building in 1965, the building was given to the University of Texas system by the federal government; it was remodeled into administrative offices by the university in 1970. The building was named in honor of Claudia Taylor Johnson, wife of the 36th president of the United States of America. The building was previously owned by the University of Texas system, and underwent some rehabilitation at the building envelope in 2020. Since that time, it has sat vacant. 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: Repair and alterations 1. General standards Several areas of proposed work are to occur in locations where original material has already been removed. In consultation with Historic Preservation Office staff, the scope of work has been adjusted to direct work to these areas where alteration or removal of non-historic material is easily …
11.1 - 210 W 6th St - Drawings & Scope — original pdf
LOCATION OF PROPOSED WORK South Façade PROPOSED MATERIAL(S) Sunbrella Awning Fabric, Color: Dubonnet Tweed; see Appendix B in attached exhibits 1 PROPOSED WORK Five (5) new awnings above entry door/windows, plus two (2) new awnings at SW/SE windows located on second floor. Awnings consistent with original historic images, but modernized. Each awning will feature a small logo identity. Total signage area for entire elevation not to exceed 50 SF. 2 Replace (in reversible fashion) South Façade non-historic glass at two (2) SW windows (last updated ~ 2017) with textured architectural glass to obscure kitchen equipment and mitigate moisture/dust issues behind kitchen cleanable surfaces and window. 3 Paint three (3) entry doors and door frames to match north window system (current color is non-historic, last updated ~ 2020) 4 Replace non-historic handrails (added ~ 2020). Final design TBD, to be respectful and mindful of historic nature of building. 5 Seven (7) new awnings above entry door/windows. Awnings consistent with original historic images, but modernized. Each awning will feature a small logo identity. Total signage area for entire elevation not to exceed 40 SF. 6 Replace (in reversible fashion) non-historic glass at six (6) windows (last updated ~ 2017) with textured architectural glass to obscure kitchen equipment and mitigate moisture/dust issues behind kitchen cleanable surfaces and window. Basis of design is Bendheim Houdini micro-fluted textured architectural privacy glass, 1/4" thick; see attached exhibits Paint Color: Iron Ore South Façade South Façade Metal handrails West Façade Sunbrella Awning Fabric, Color: Dubonnet Tweed; see Appendix B in attached exhibits West Façade Basis of design is Bendheim Houdini micro-fluted textured architectural privacy glass, 1/4" thick; see attached exhibits North Façade Metal sign; see Appendix B in attached exhibits 7 One (1) new sign to be mounted above glazing. Sign to be mounted in such a manner that will not affect the integrity of the exterior facade (attaching into mortar joints). Total signage area for entire elevation not to exceed 40 SF. 8 Add two (2) new pairs of doors North Façade required for accessibility and egress, designed to fit within mullion system and architectural details. Steel and glass doors; see attached exhibits Page 2 of 2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED WORK South Façade PROPOSED MATERIAL(S) Metal sign; see Appendix B in attached exhibits South Façade Metal sign; see Appendix B in attached exhibits West Façade Basis of design is Architectural Louvers VK2S; see attached exhibits PROPOSED …
12.0 - 2821 Salado St — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Demolition and Relocation Permits December 3, 2025 PR-2025-112941; GF-2025-121036 2821 Salado Street 12 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1925 house and garage and a ca. 1982 pool. Architecture The house is a one-story Spanish Eclectic bungalow with stucco cladding, an arched entryway, and a Mission-style tapered chimney. A front addition appears to have been constructed during the mid-twentieth century, as the building was converted into a duplex sometime after 1959. The garage is a simple board-and-batten structure with a pyramidal hipped roof. Research 2821 Salado Street was constructed between 1924 and 1925. Its first residents were Everette E. and Hattie C. Pittman. The Pittman family occupied the home for 55 years. Everette Pittman was a World War I veteran and University of Texas-educated civil engineer who served as the Chief Draftsman for the Texas Highway Department. He worked at the Department for 37 years before moving to the City of Austin’s engineering division. He died in 1962. Hattie Pittman continued to live in the home until her death in 1980. She was an avid entertainer and hosted the Book Trailers club for much of its 50-plus-year run. Property Evaluation The 2020 University-Windsor-Hyde Park historic resources survey lists both the primary building and the garage as contributing to a potential local historic district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The primary building appears to retain moderate integrity, while the garage appears to retain low 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 a good example of Spanish Eclectic-style architecture, though the front addition introduces some incompatible elements. 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 was not evaluated for its ability 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 is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. Staff Recommendation Strongly encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, …
12.1 - 2821 Salado St - Owner's Petition — original pdf
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13.0 - 2117 W 49th St - Rosedale School — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits December 3, 2025 DA-2025-142965; GF-2025-146214 Rosedale School 2117 W. 49th Street 13 – 1 Proposal Partially demolish a circa 1939 school building, deconstructing and reconstructing an original portion of the façade nearer to the street and constructing a 5-story apartment building atop the reclaimed façade. Architecture The Rosedale School is a one-story brick school building with Modern stylistic influences. The original portion of the building is a simple flat-roofed brick structure with decorative string courses and expansive multi-light casement windows. Additions, constructed between 1946 and 1949 by two firms (Kuehne, Giesecke, and Brooks and Page, Southerland, and Page), replaced the original entrance with glass block windows and shifted the new entrance eastwards. The new shed- and flat-roofed wings with multi-light casements, glass block ribbon windows, and brick veneer comprised 10 additional classrooms plus a gym and cafeteria/auditorium.1 A 1949 Austin Statesman article advertising the opening of the new addition notes that the “highly modern Rosedale school” is “considered a model of functional design” following Dr. Darrell B. Harmon’s principles for classroom design.2 The extensive use of glass block and retention of maximum natural lighting in four “experimental” classrooms was dictated by the design hypothesis developed by Harmon, Director of Educational Services in the State Health Department: The south side of Rosedale School will have special windows. …The blocks will promote even distribution of light, and the vision strip will allow the children to see out. The remaining four rooms will be equipped with auxiliary diffusers based on an original design by Dr. Harmon which are placed inside the windows. These diffusers obtain maximum benefit from direct sunlight without permitting excessive brightness and threw light upward and across the ceiling from which it is reflected downward on the child’s work. This will be the only school coordinating natural and artificial light…3 Harmon’s work on the “Rosedale model” of classroom illumination was influential to educational design on a national scale during the mid-20th century. In a 2008 article for the Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians, Amy Ogata describes the impact of the Rosedale model on American school design: The planning, forms, and materials of postwar schools reflected ongoing research into airflow, lighting, and reflectivity…Darell Boyd Harmon, an educator and director of school services at the Texas State Department of Health, also explored how natural light varied in the classroom. …Believing that …
13.1 - 2117 W 49th St - Multifamily Feasibility Study — original pdf
2117 West 49th Street Multifamily Feasibility Study 11.18.2025
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14.0 - 906 W 22nd St — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Demolition and Relocation Permits December 3, 2025 DA-2025-141132 906 West 22nd Street 14 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1927 building. Architecture The property at 906 West 22nd Street in the West Campus neighborhood is a two-story intact Folk Victorian house with an L-shaped plan. It features a front porch at the right half of the front façade which is recessed under the second floor and supported by three wood posts. The house is built on piers and sits a few feet above grade. At the left, one leg of the L projects toward the street and is covered with a steep pitched gable, which creates enough height to house living space within. There appears to have been alterations made to the original roof above the porch to create more living space, which was permitted in 1948. It is unknown how much alteration of the original roof took place at that time. Research This house was originally owned by Jesse and Emily Hornsby, who were farmers either at this address or further out from Austin, making this possibly a second property closer to the city. Jesse Hornsby passed away in 1933, with the funeral services taking place at the property. For a short time after, the house was vacant, but was purchased around 1941 by David and Irene Crenshaw. At time of purchase, David Crenshaw was employed as a clerk, but in the next few years, through the 1950s and possibly further, made their living renting out rooms to University of Texas students. The address is connected with numerous names in periodicals form the time, typically students and other short-term renters It was during this time that the conversion of the second floor into additional living quarters occurred. Property Evaluation The 2020 North Central Austin historic resource survey lists the property as individually eligible for the National Register of Historic Places as well as eligible for a Austin City landmark. 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 may meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of Folk Victorian architecture, even with 1948 alterations. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. …
14.1 - 906 W 22nd St - Site Plan — original pdf
THE LOCATION OF EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES ARE SHOWN IN AN APPROXIMATE WAY ONLY. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL DETERMINE THE EXACT LOCATION OF ALL EXISTING UTILITIES BEFORE COMMENCING WORK. HE AGREES TO BE FULLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES WHICH MAY OCCUR BY HIS FAILURE TO EXACTLY LOCATE AND PRESERVE ANY AND ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES. . p p A I S N O S V E R I 20 0 10 20 SCALE: 1" = 20' EXISTING LEGEND W W WW WW FIRE HYDRANT W/ GATE VALVE WATERLINE W/ GATE VALVE WASTEWATER W/ MANHOLE WASTEWATER W/ CLEANOUT STORM SEWER W/ MANHOLE CURB INLET 4-SIDED AREA INLET t e a D . o N OHE Z OVERHEAD ELECTRIC W/POWER POLE 3504 700 PROPERTY STREET ADDRESS GROUND CONTOUR TREE LEGEND TREE TO REMAIN (8"-18") TREE TO BE REMOVED (8"-18") PROTECTED TREE TO REMAIN (19"-23") PROTECTED TREE TO BE REMOVED (19"-23") HERITAGE TREE TO REMAIN (24"+) HERITAGE TREE TO BE REMOVED (24"+) DEMOLITION LEGEND LIMITS OF DEMOLITION DEMOLITION AREA DEMOLITION LINE TREE PROTECTION EROSION LEGEND LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION SILT FENCE INLET PROTECTION ROCK BERM TREE PROTECTION MULCH LOG STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE CONSTRUCTION STAGING AREA TEMPORARY SPOILS AREA FLOW DIRECTION NOTES: 1. AE CUSTOMER SERVICE TO BE CONTACTED FOR DISCONNECTION OF ELECTRICAL SERVICES AT 512-494-9400 2. CAPPING AND PLUGGING OF WATER AND WASTEWATER SERVICES AS PER THE PLUMBING CODE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY WITHIN FIVE FEET (5') OF PROPERTY LINE. 3. EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROLS ARE TO BE PLACED OUTSIDE OF THE TREE PROTECTION FENCING. 4. SEE DETAIL 520S-2 ON SHEET 2 FOR ABANDONMENT OF W/WW SERVICES 5. TREE PROTECTION FENCING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL TREES WITHIN THE LIMITS OF DESTRUCTION ON SITE BEFORE DEMOLITION OCCURS. WHERE FENCING CANNOT BE PLACED TO PROTECT THE EXTENT OF THE CRZ WITH NATURAL GROUND COVER, PROVIDE AN 8” LAYER OF ORGANIC HARDWOOD MULCH OUTSIDE OF THE FENCING. 7. 6. STRAPPING 2X4 OR THICKER LUMBER (TO MATCH HEIGHT OF BUILDING) SECURELY AROUND TREE TRUNK, BUTTRESS ROOTS, AND ROOT FLARE, IS REQUIRED IF FENCING CANNOT GO AROUND THE ENTIRE HALF CRZ. IF PRUNING IS NECESSARY DURING DEMOLITION, IT SHOULD TAKE PLACE PRIOR TO THE START OF THE DEMOLITION PROCESS. IT MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED ARBORIST AND NO MORE THAN 25% IS PERMITTED. PROVIDE TREE PROTECTION FOR ALL TREES 8 INCHES OR GREATER IN DIAMETER. INSTALL TREE PROTECTION FENCING PRIOR TO ANY DEMOLITION ACTIVITIES. 8. 9. 10. CRITICAL ROOT ZONE …
15.0 - 907 E 13th St — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits December 3, 2025 PR-2025-138065; GF-2025-144692 907 East 13th Street 15 – 1 Proposal Demolish a house constructed between circa 1873 and 1884. Architecture One-story center passage National Folk Style building with horizontal wood siding, a partial width front porch supported by turned posts, a side-gabled roof clad with standing seam metal, and double hung wood windows. While the front door has been replaced, the trim and transom above the window remain. Research The house at 907 E 13th St, originally addressed as 907 E Peach St, was built between 1873 in 1885 by Julius H. Nitschke. Nitschke and his family immigrated from Saxony, Germany in 1855. He and his four brothers owned and operated Nitschke Brothers Cabinetmakers on Congress Ave. Nitschke married Louisa Phillips in 1871. He worked as a carpenter, cabinet maker, and carpet layer until his death in 1910. His son, J.H. Nitschke Jr., also worked as a carpenter and dabbled in car repair and railroad work before becoming a career fireman. He sold 907 E 13th St. to the Goins family between 1912 and 1920. Anna Liza Goins, formerly of Manor, lived in the home until her death in 1956. She worked as a cook and as a laundress while also renting out rooms. Her children and their spouses lived with her intermittently throughout the early 20th century. After her death, her daughter Roxy Tucker lived there until at least the 1960s. The home’s occupancy is emblematic of how the demographics of this East Austin neighborhood changed. European immigrant families, numerous at the turn of the century, gradually migrated elsewhere while African American families were forced to migrate eastwards during the era of segregation. However, all of the building’s occupants were working class people who innovated to support their families and to build communities in the face of inequality and segregation. Property Evaluation The 2016 East Austin survey lists the property as eligible for local landmark listing, individual listing on the National Register of Historic Places, contributing to a potential local historic district, and contributing to a potential National Register district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. The original porch was modified during the period of significance; the provenance of the existing turned posts is unclear. The porch was rehabilitated and incompatible asbestos siding …
16.0 - 601 North Bluff Dr — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits December 3, 2025 PR-2025-131605; GF-2025-144708 601 North Bluff Dr 16 – 1 Proposal Demolish a circa 1946 house. Architecture One-story house clad in rustic stone veneer capped with a cross gabled roof with exposed rafter tails, a partial width porch, and a large stone chimney. Research The House at 601 N Bluff Dr was constructed around 1946. Its first occupants were the Haffelder family. Thomas B. Haffelder was a butcher who worked at the Bonugli grocery store in Austin for 30 years before opening his own barbecue restaurant, called The Shanty, on Red River Street. Haffelder and his wife, Elizabeth, lived at 601 N Bluff until his retirement in 1978. Property Evaluation 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 is a good example of Texas Vernacular architecture with ranch style influences. 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, relocation, or deconstruction and salvage over demolition, but approve the demolition permit application upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. Location Map 16 – 2 Property Information Photos 16 – 3 16 – 4 Occupancy History 1955 Thomas Benton and Elizabeth Haffelder, owners – butcher Demolition Permit Application, 2025 1952 Tommie and Elizabeth Haffelder, owners — Meat cutter, Bonugli’s Red and White Grocery Historical Information 16 – 5 Birth certificate of Tomas Haffelder, 1908 The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); Austin, Tex.. 18 Feb 1944: 5. The Austin American (1914-1973); Austin, Tex.. 24 Aug 1947: A8. 16 – 6 Banister, Claire. The Austin American (1914-1973); Austin, Tex.. 08 May 1955: C4. The Austin American …
17.0 - 2611 Woodmont Ave — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Demolition and Relocation Permits December 3, 2025 PR-2025-137436 2611 Woodmont Avenue 17 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1940 building. Architecture Constructed with Tudor Revival elements and set back far from the street, the house at 2611 Woodmont Avenue evokes the appearance of an estate in West Austin. Design elements include a double chimney next to the main entry, several sequential gables facing the street underneath a steep cross gable running parallel to Woodmont Avenue, and several large metal windows on the front elevation. From the side facing Exposition Boulevard, a side driveway terminates at a non-historic carport. Given the site’s elevation, a lower level is visible from this side. The building appears to be in good condition and embodies the original form and style well. Research When the Tudor Revival house was completed in or slightly before 1940, the first owners were Leslie and Juanita Engelking, who lived there along with their daughter Doris, who was studying at the University of Texas. By 1944, the house had been sold to Howard and Eva Degler, the former of whom worked as a professor. By the late 1940s through at least 1959, the property passed to Richard & Violetta Weber, who raised their daughter Nancy at the address. Richard worked as a dentist after moving to Austin in the 1930s, and was employed at the Capital National Bank Building (now called the Norwood Tower) in downtown Austin. Property Evaluation 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 is a good example of Tudor Revival architecture in west Austin. 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 …
17.1 - 2611 Woodmont Ave - Photos — original pdf
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17.2 - 2611 Woodmont Ave - Owner's Petition — original pdf
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