REGULAR MEETING SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 11:30 AM Permitting and Development Center (PDC), Rm. 3004 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Small Area Plan Joint Committee may be participating by video conference. 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. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, call or email the board liaisons at 512-974-3170 or Samuel.Gonsoulin@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Ryan Puzycki, Chair Christian A Tschoepe, Vice Chair Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Brian C Bedrosian Casey Haney Luis D Osta Lugo Danielle Skidmore AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 3 speakers who sign up by noon (12:00 PM) the day before the meeting, being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 1. Approve the minutes of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee meeting on March 10, 2026. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action on a recommendation on case number C814-2008- 0087.02, South Shore PUD Addition. Austin Planning Staff: Jonathan Tomko, AICP, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov, (512) 974-1057. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 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 Mark Walters at the Housing and Planning Department, at 512-974-7695, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Small Area Planning Joint Committee, please contact the liaison, Chase Gonsoulin at 512-974-3170, Samuel.Gonsoulin@austintexas.gov; or Donna Arwood at 512- 974-3440, donna.arwood@austintexas.gov. 2
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C814-2008-0087.02 (South Shore PUD Addition) DISTRICT: 3 ADDRESS: 1705 and 1717 South Lakeshore Boulevard; 1712 East Riverside Drive ZONING FROM: ERC-CMU TO: PUD (add approximately 1.4 acres to the PUD and increase maximum building height to 180 feet). SITE AREA: Approximately 1.4 acres (approximately 60,984 square feet) PROPERTY OWNER: Grayco SS Land 2011, LP and Morrison-Moore Properties, Ltd. AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (Michael J. Whellan) CASE MANAGER: Jonathan Tomko (512) 974-1057, jonathan.tomko@austintexas.gov STAFF RECOMMEDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant a second amendment to planned unit development (PUD) zoning, which would add approximately 1.4 acres to the PUD and increase maximum building height to 180 feet, with the following condition as outlined by Austin Parks and Recreation: • Parkland dedication requirements in effect at the time of site plan submittal apply to any proposed development on the tract, as described by City Code Title 25-1, Article 14 (Parkland Dedication). For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, please see the basis of recommendation section below. PLANNING COMMISSION / OTHER COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: Environmental Commission: The motion to recommend approval of the South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment with conditions to Austin City Council was made on Commissioner Qureshi’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Krueger, and failed on a 5-1-1 vote. Those voting aye were Commissioners Luecke, Krueger, Qureshi, Morrison, and Sullivan. Commissioner Brimer voted nay. Commissioner Fleury abstained. Commissioners Bristol, Changsut, Fierro, and Moretta-Urdiales were absent. Parks and Recreation Board: The motion to recommend to Austin City Council to not approve the South Shore Planned Unit Development Amendment was approved on Board Member Franklin’s motion, Board Member Eubanks’ second on a 7-2 vote. Those voting aye were Board Members Abou-Emara, Eubanks, Franklin, Kearns-Osterweil, Merritt, Orme and Taylor. Those voting nay were Chair Bazan and Board Member Villalobos. Board Members Becker and Flowers absent. March 10, 2026 (PC): Postponed at the request of the applicant to March 24, 2026, Planning Commission meeting March 24, 2026 (PC): To grant PUD on the condition the applicant satisfy the parkland dedication requirements by doing one of the following: pay $1,300 per residential, hotel/ motel unit and dedicate the half acre parcel adjacent to the Heritage Oaks Neighborhood Park to the City of Austin, or Comply with the parkland dedication requirements in effect at the time of the site plan submittal. Motion by Commissioner Maxwell, seconded by Commissioner …
SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE SPECIAL CALLED MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 MINUTES The SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE convened in a Special Called meeting on TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026, at Permitting and Development Center (PDC) Rm. 3004 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin Texas. Chair Ryan Puzycki called the SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE Meeting to order at 11:40 a.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Ryan Puzycki, Chair Christian A Tschoepe Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Casey Haney, Vice Chair Danielle Skidmore PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None Present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Small Area Planning Joint Committee Regular Meeting on April 9, 2025. The minutes from the SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE regular meeting on April 9, 2025, were approved on Commissioner Danielle Skidmore’s motion, Commissioner Casey Haney’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Conduct an emergency election for a Chair and Vice Chair. Commissioner Ryan Puzycki was elected as Chair on Commissioner Christian A Tschoepe’s motion, Commissioner Casey Haney’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. 1 SMALL AREA PLANNING JOINT COMMITTEE MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026 Commissioner Casey Haney was elected as Vice Chair on Commissioner Ryan Puzycki’s motion, Commissioner Danielle Skidmore’s second on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. 3. Draft and approve 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule. The following amendment was made by Commissioner Ryan Puzycki and seconded by Commissioner Casey Haney. The amendment was to revise the 2026 Regular Meeting Schedule draft to strike August 12, 2026, and replace with September 9, 2026. The amendment was approved on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. The motion to approve the annual schedule was approved on Commissioner Christian A Tschoepe’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Danielle Skidmore on a 4-0 vote. Commissioners Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Luis D Osta Lugo and Brian Bedrosian were absent. Draft and approve the 2025 Annual Internal Review and Report. The review and report cover the period from July 2024 through June 2025 (7/1/2024 to 06/30/2025). The motion to approve the annual report was approved on Commissioner Danielle Skidmore’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Christian A Tschoepe on a 4-0 vote. …
South Shore PUD Addition Planned Unit Development Amendment The Property The applicant is requesting to add the property into the adjacent South Shore PUD. The property is located along an Imagine Austin corridor and within an Imagine Austin center. The property is located at a forthcoming Austin Light Rail station. The property is currently developed as outdated, auto-oriented suburban-style commercial. The property is currently developed as outdated, auto-oriented suburban-style commercial. The Property Parks and Trails System Heritage Oaks Park Addition Within One-Mile Service Area Recap The site is located at a future Austin Light Rail Station – but is currently developed as auto-centric commercial. The applicant is seeking to add the property into an adjacent PUD to allow for transit-oriented development. This project will follow through on commitments made to the Contact Team. Applicant Proposal – Heritage Oaks Neighborhood Park
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER ADVISORY BOARD WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center 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 Michelle Rojas, 512-974-3771, Michelle.Rojas@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Angelica Navarro (D-8), Chair Hilario “Larry” Amaro (D-10), Member Noemi Castro (D-2), Member Alexander “Al” Duarte (D-7), Member John Estrada (D-3), Member Cynthia “Cy” Herrera (D-5), Member CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz (Mayor), Vice Chair Lynda Quintana (D-6), Member Raul “Roy” Reyna (D-1), Member Selma Sanchez (D-9), Member Vacant (D-4), Member AGENDA The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB- MACC) regular meeting of April 1, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing on April and May programs, marketing and outreach efforts, signature event planning, and staffing updates. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Olivia Tamzarian, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Marketing & Outreach Representative, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment & Michelle Rojas, ESB-MACC Culture and Arts Education Manager, Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Update on Phase 2 Construction Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Heidi Tse, Capital Delivery Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services Update on MACC Pocket Park Project. (Sponsors: Navarro, Zamarripa-Saenz) Presenter(s): Sue Hagerty, Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. Review current working groups to assess membership status and determine whether to add or eliminate groups. (Sponsors: Herrera, Zamarripa-Saenz) Approve a recommendation in support of six Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Advisory Commission FY 26-27 budget recommendations. (Sponsors: Herrera, Navarro) Create a Latino/a/e Artist Access Program (LAAP) Working Group to collaborate on the redesign of the program, including the review of contracts, policies and procedures; oversight of equipment and …
ESB-MACC ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES APRIL 1, 2026 EMMA S. BARRIENTOS MEXICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER REGULAR MEETING MINUTES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (ESB-MACC) convened in a Regular meeting on April 1, 2026, at 301 W. 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. (Some members of the ESB-MACC Advisory Board participated via videoconference.) Chair Navarro called the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. The agenda was amended to move Item 5, “Conduct officer elections for the Chair and Vice Chair,” to the final Discussion and Action Item, Item 9. All remaining action items were reordered accordingly and moved up in sequence. Board Members in Attendance: Angelica Navarro, Lillian “Lily” Zamarripa-Saenz, Hilario “Larry” Amaro, Noemi Castro, Alexander “Al” Duarte (arrived at 6:14pm), John Estrada. Board Members in Attendance Remotely: Cynthia “Cy” Herrera, Raul “Roy” Reyna. Board Members Absent: Lynda Quintana, Selma Sanchez. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speaker 1: Luis Ordaz Gutiérrez, Artistic Director of Proyecto Teatro, shared that Latino communities in the city had experienced significant and disproportionate disinvestment over the past 40 years, highlighting the prevalence of million-dollar investments benefiting primarily white institutions and questioned the lack of comparable funding advancing Latino culture. He expressed disappointment when he saw that the six recommendations presented during the March board meeting were not included on the April agenda, noting that they were developed by members of the cultural ecosystem to advance Latino culture. He urged the board to place those recommendations on a future agenda, emphasizing their importance and possibility to provide critical, potentially life-saving support for the Latino cultural ecosystem. Speaker 2: Hector Ordaz Gutiérrez, Audiovisual Director of Proyecto Teatro registered to speak on item 7 & 8. Speaker 3: Gonzalo Barrientos, Former State Senator stated that it took decades to establish the Mexican American Cultural Center. Following its establishment, challenges arose regarding organizational oversight and management. He explained that over the years he received numerous inquiries about the MACC and had typically referred individuals to the advisory committee or City Council. He expressed his willingness to assist the Board with specific matters when appropriate but stressed that the Board must represent the community’s interests. Mr. Barrientos drew attention to the importance of engaging with City Council members, noting that they play a key role in advancing initiatives and addressing community concerns. He provided an example involving a mural by …
5.6.26 MACC Staff Report Website - Facebook – Instagram Please share our social media posts, sign up for our newsletter, and check out our upcoming events! Casa de la Cultura Upcoming: Raices Vivas – Growing Families, Growing Roots Last Wednesday of the Month. First Workshop: May 27th 6:00pm – 7:00pm MACC Community Garden Join us as we learn the history and traditions of our favorite Mexican herbs, spices and vegetables by gardening and creating dishes from family recipes, herbal and botanical traditions. 5/27: Native Wildflowers (Community Planting Day) Join our community this May as we plant native wildflowers for our bees, bats and butterflies and sow seeds to celebrate Spring in the gardens. Cumbia Para MACC – Cumbia Dance Class June 8th – July 27th 7:00PM – 8:00PM MACC Dance Studio Join us for a dynamic, beginner-friendly dance workshop series celebrating the richness of Mexican culture through movement and music. Learn why cumbia is for everyone! This multi-week program introduces participants to foundational styles in cumbia through regional rhythms, while exploring the cultural traditions and history behind each dance. We focus on the styles of cumbia sonidera and cumbia tropical. Dulces a Traves del Tiempo – Dessert Making Workshop Series June 13th – July 25th MACC Cocina Join us for a six-week workshop series centered on Latinidad and the delicacies traditionally served at celebrations. Participants will learn the techniques, styles, and designs of multiple desserts, including buttercream piping, cake structuring & decorating, cookie decorating, and baking more traditional treats like polvorones. Through accessible, beginner-friendly instruction, students will dive deep into discussions of shared cultural experiences and create their own versions of desserts rooted in tradition, completing the series with a celebration of the skills learned and connections made. Students will walk away with a dessert after each workshop and a communal recipe book to inspire them to keep traditions alive for future generations Movimiento Ancestral - Toltec Inspirited Movement Coming June 2026 MACC Dance Studio Movimiento Ancestral is a grounding and empowering class inspired by Indigenous Mesoamerican traditions that honor the connection between body, breath, spirit, and the natural elements. Through intentional movement and mindful breathing, we explore symbolic postures that honor the four directions — East, South, West, and North — representing new beginnings, inner fire, emotional flow, and grounding wisdom. This Toltec postures invite participants to reconnect with their bodies, cultivate balance, and awaken inner strength while experiencing …
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center May 3, 2026, Update Heidi Tse, Project Manager ESB MACC at dusk April 2026 KEY DATES: MACC programs begin Parking Lot Opens Grand Re-Opening April 27 May 1 June 6 PHASE 2 IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PROGRESS: Warranty Phase • Punchlist items are ongoing. • Replacement of plants from February frost complete. • Cleaning underway. HEATING HOT WATER LOOP REPAIR PROJECT: Construction Phase • Emergency Funding for repair is from Austin Facility Management Deferred Maintenance and MACC Parking Lot Improvement Fund. • Engaged utility contractor 4/2/2026 • Traffic Control Plan produced and submitted 4/17/26 in advance of Right-of-Way permit. • Underground Utilities Contractor begin mobilization 4/27/26. • Emergency Right-of-Way Permit issued on 4/28/26. • Demolition of 50% the area of suspected leak exposed. • Thunderstorms during April slowed demolition and proved challenging in identifying leak. • Additional isolation valves to be installed week of 5/4/26. • Target to complete repair prior to 6/6/26 Re-Opening.
Mexican American Cultural Center Pocket Park Capital Delivery Services | May 6, 2026 MACC Pocket Park 64 Rainey Street Gateway to the Mexican American Cultural Center Approx 6000 sq ft Approved for AIPP mural 2 MACC Pocket Park • Temporary park improvements installed Spring 2024 with donated benches. • Rotation list selection of Freese & Nichols for Design Services December 2025. • Presently still pending proposal for services • Request consideration of another rotation list selection or • Consideration of COA ESD Team with Landscape Architect Kimberly Gilbertson 3 Landscape Architecture by ESD • Violet Crown Trail South Whirlpool Patio • Mokan / Bolm Road Trailhead • BOLM / Shady / Airport AIPP Colab • East MLK AIPP Colab 4 Anticipated Timeline MACC Pocket Park Planning: Summer 2026 Consultant selection 2026 Bid/Award: Fall 2027 Advertising, Bidding and Award 2028 2027 Design: Fall 2026 to Summer 2027 Design and Permitting Construction: Fall 2027 to Summer 2028 Construction 5
ESB-MACC Advisory Board Working Groups Name Motion Members Budget Phase 2 Ethnographic Research 64 Rainey Music Hub Programming Grand Opening Motioned to create the Budget (FY26) working group. Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Larry Amaro, Member Roy Reyna, Member Alternate Noemi Castro Angelica Navarro, Chair Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member Larry Amaro, Member John Estrada, Member Cy Herrera, Member Alternate Roy Reyna, Member Motioned to create new working group to include the new tasks of seeing project through successful completion up to issuance of certificate of occupancy, include RFQ validation and feedback process, continued community engagement, reprioritizing of Master Plan based on budget, advising on branding, and promoting and supporting the coordination of the grand opening. Motion to reinstate the Ethnographic Working Group to support the work of Cassie Smith’s Ethnographic research. Motioned to create a 64 Rainey Working Group that would follow the progress and development of the pocket park, consult with community members regarding development and progress, and address any task that may arise. Motion to create a working group to explore music hub programming. Goal is to advise MACC staff as needed. Purpose is to provide future funding and include programming to buildout the hub. Motion to create a working group dedicated to support MACC staff in preparation for the grand reopening of phase II. The working group will collaborate directly with MACC staff and be available at any capacity needed. Whether through event logistics, community outreach or general support to ensure a successful and meaningful Angelica Navarro, Chair Larry Amaro, Member Anthony Martinez, Member Cassie Smith (Community Member) Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Member John Estrada, Member Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member John Estrada, Member Cy Herrera, Member Al Duarte, Member Angelica Navarro, Chair Lily Zamarripa-Saenz, Vice Chair Noemi Castro, Member Al Duarte, Member Roy Reyna, Member Maria Solis (Community Member) Hector Ordaz (Community Member) Awards of Excellence (AOE) Strategic Planning and Partnership reopening that reflects the culture and communities’ significance. Including consulting community members as needed and inviting them to meetings for public comment. Motioned to reestablish the Awards of Excellence Working Group to discuss nominations for 2026 awardees, selection committee, assistance with event planning, and details of set up and breakdown to provide support for MACC staff. Motion to create a Strategic Planning and Partnership Working Group to strengthen the long-term sustainability, visibility, and impact of the Cultural Center by guiding strategic direction and cultivating high-value partnerships Core …
Hispanic Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission FY26-27 Budget Recommendation Titles RECOMMENDATION 1: Latino Arts and Culture Community Navigator Program $125K ● Increase funding and social resources to ensure appropriate language accessibility for AACME Cultural Arts Funding Cycle, specifically in Spanish ● Ensure funding is proportional to representation of community RECOMMENDATION 2: Spanish-language Contracts for City of Austin Cultural Arts Contractors $10K RECOMMENDATION 3: Emergency Funding for Latino Cultural Artists Possible alternate names for the recommendation: Emergency Cultural Arts Grants for Latino Artists $1.5 Million RECOMMENDATION 4: Capital Improvement Funding for the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center - Phase 2 $6 Million RECOMMENDATION 5: $1 Million Funding for the Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Possible alternate names for the recommendation: Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican AMerican Cultural Center Reestablishing the Latino Artist Residency Program (LARP) at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican AMerican Cultural Center RECOMMENDATION 6: Explore alternative funding resources for Cultural Arts, specifically state legislation that would increase the 15% HOT Tax fund cap for funding programs $50K BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Hispanic/Latino Quality of Life Resource Advisory Commission Recommendation Number: (20260324-XXX) Latino Arts & Cultural Community Navigator Program WHEREAS, approximately 32% of Austin’s population identifies as Hispanic or Latino 1; and WHEREAS, 31% of Austinites speak a language other than English at home, with Spanish the predominant language spoken in the City 2; and WHEREAS, Austin has a long history of systemic racism and racial inequity that continues today. Throughout history, communities of color have been excluded, marginalized, and discriminated against as a result of City policies and practices. This history was reinforced by segregationist policies throughout the 20th century affecting a range of Austin venues, including schools, public parks, and commercial businesses, among others, and WHEREAS, Spanish-speaking cultural arts organizations and individual artists continue to face inequitable access to Cultural Arts resources and services as a result of systemic and racial inequity, but also due to evolving City policies and the implementation of new procedures that fail to be culturally responsive and do not adequately address language access; and WHEREAS, The City of Austin’s Latino and Spanish-speaking community continues to voice the need for culturally-sensitive assistance, including and not limited to: 1. Application navigation 2. Access to Spanish-language contracts and grant agreements 3. Accurate, culturally competent Spanish translations of …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW FOR MAY 6, 2026 MEETING This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 3 business days 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. Speaker Registration will open once the formal agenda is posted. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on April 1, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. Staff briefing regarding the Castleman-Bull and Trask House by Kalpana Sutaria, Project Manager, Capital Delivery Services. Staff briefing regarding 1207 W. 45th St. by Kalan Contreras, Planner Principal, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. Briefing regarding 916 Congress Ave. by Patrick Georgiou, Project Manager, Build Austin TX. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on April 1, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-021800 – 1107 W. 9th St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council Distri ct 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing house. (Postponed by applicant on April 1, 2026) Applicant: Nathan Griffith City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 7. 8. 9. PR-2026-030431; HR-2026-044138; C14H-2009-0034 – 1403 Hardouin Ave. Catterall-Thornberry House Council District 10 Proposal: Demolish a garage and construct a new accessory building. Applicant: Hector Avila City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-034138; HR-2026-042333; C14H-2006-0038 – 1901 Cliff St. Cranfill House Council District 9 Proposal: Construct an addition. Applicant: Stephen Hawkins City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-032504; HR-2026-036164 – 304 W. 42nd St. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building and construct a new residence. Applicant: Jennifer Alonzi City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 National Register Historic District Permit Applications 10. 11. 12. PR-2026-030473 – 1511 Rainbow Bend Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Demolish a ca. 1935 contributing building. Applicant: Clean Tag Permits City Staff: Kalan …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) AB CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) X ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) X TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) X HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) AB BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:03PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Meghan King Namour gave updates on Preservation Austin. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on March 4, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. 5. Staff briefing regarding the Downtown Density Bonus Program Update by Alan Pani, Planner Principal, Austin Planning. Staff briefing on FY26 Heritage Preservation Grants by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (AACME). Staff briefing regarding the Barton Springs Bridge Project by Eric Bailey, Department Director, Capital Delivery Services. Meghan King Namour spoke. Tere O’Connell spoke. Lori Martin spoke. Bill Bunch spoke. Briefing regarding 1010 E. Cesar Chavez St. by Ingrid Gonzalez Featherston, AIA, Senior Architect, MF Architecture; Sarah Johnson, AIA, Principal Architect, MF Architecture; Sam Covey; Adam Lucas. Meghan King Namour spoke. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 6. C14H-2026-0018 – 1906 Maple Ave. Thompson House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Catalina Berry spoke in favor of historic zoning. Stephen Webb spoke in favor of historic zoning. Marilynn Poole Webb spoke in favor of historic zoning. Mary Kahle spoke in favor of historic zoning. Meghan King Namour spoke in favor of historic zoning. Lori Martin spoke in favor of historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION May 6, 2026 Briefing: Demolition Permit Applications for Property Owned by Religious Organizations 1207 West 45th Street 3 – 1 Purpose Texas Local Government Code § 211.0165 provides municipal authority for historic landmark designation. In 2019, the Texas Legislature amended that authority through House Bill 2496, 86 (R). In addition to introducing a supermajority requirement for landmark designation over owner objection, the bill mandated that property owned by a religious organization may not be designated without owner consent. Per the attached 2021 memo to the Historic Landmark Commission, to comply with city code and state law, the Historic Preservation Office must administratively approve all applications for the demolition or relocation of a building owned by a religious organization without first scheduling a hearing at the Historic Landmark Commission. At Regular Meetings, as necessary, staff provide the Commission with a briefing regarding any such action taken since the prior Commission meeting. Prior Action The property at 1207 West 45th Street, owned by a religious organization, was approved for demolition on April 7, 2026. It was constructed in 1938 for the Trinity Lutheran Church. Partial demolition of more than 50% of the building’s exterior is proposed. Source: demolition permit application, 2026 3 – 2 3 – 3
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 PR-2026-008188; GF-2026-025308 Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District 1005 East 8th Street 4 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1906 house listed as contributing to a local historic district. Architecture The house at 1005 East 8th St. was likely originally constructed as a single story building, with the sloping elevation of the site creating a crawlspace or cellar to the east side of the building footprint. Since its construction, this has been enclosed, and a rear addition built, increasing the enclosed area of the building. However, the U-shaped form and Folk Victorian elements still read legibly, and decorative elements, especially at the front porch and gable ends, remain present. The integrity of the architecture is strong and the property remains contributing to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair historic district. Research For the first 30 years after construction, the property went through a series of renters, made up of families and individuals employed by various local industries and services, including carpenters, foundry workers, and porters. The first long term owners were Ernest & Marie Kemp, who operated a local grocery. Marie Kemp continued to live at the address after her husband’s death, but by the 1950s, the property was vacant before becoming subdivided for oil industry and other professional offices. A third housing unit was added in 1970, indicating that this property continued use as residential rentals. An overnight fire occurred at the property on November 12th, 20251. Department Comments This application will time out on July 15, 2026. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District. Staff Recommendation Grant the applicant-requested postponement to the June 3, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. 1 “Firefighter injured in East Austin house fire, investigation underway”. https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/afd-responding-to- house-fire-in-east-austin-no-injuries-reported Location Map 4 – 2 Property Information Photos 4 – 3 Texas Historical Commission, photograph, May 29, 1975. The Portal to Texas History. Google Streetview, 2024 Occupancy History City Directory Research, March 2026 4 – 4 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1935 1932 1929 1927 1924 1922 1920 1918 1916 1914 1912 1909 1906 Offices: Norman Texas Company; Roche Oil Company; Pierre Aubuchon, engineer; Hamco Oil & Drilling Vacant Vacant Joseph & Maria Tamayo, owners; painter at South Lamar Automotive Service Same as above Alfredo, Joseph, and Maria Tamayo, renters; mechanic at Bergstrom Airfield Anna Kamp, widow of EG, owner …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 HR-2026-021800 Castle Hill Historic District 1107 West 9th Street 5 – 1 Proposal Renovate existing house. The non-contributing rear house will also be modified. Project Specifications 1) Replace existing siding with painted wood ship lap. 2) Construct new 8’0” steel fence. 3) Replace existing undivided windows with wood 1:1 windows at first floor, fixed-pane undivided square windows at dormers, and fixed-pane picture window at existing picture window. 4) Construct rear addition with dormer. 5) Remove chimney from east dormer. 6) Replace existing roof with flat terra cotta tiles and metal shingles at rear addition. Architecture A 2010 historic zoning application describes the building as follows: The house is one-and-a-half stories with a hipped roof, hipped dormers, and a wraparound porch…Above the front door there is a transom, an integral part of architecture of the period as well…The house still has 7 working transoms throughout the inside, which helped to circulate the air between rooms…The house has had a number of changes over the years. The house first appears on the 1922 Sanborn Fire Insurance Company map and shows a smaller footprint…[it] had a porch stretching all the way across the front of the house and another one along the east side. …Between 1922 and 1935, design of the house was modified to include a bay window, extend the sides and include a small porch in the middle of the back of the house. In 1962 the house was modified again — the bay window was brought forward a few feet onto the porch to create a larger living room inside — which eliminated the front porch in front of this window, and the back part of the side porch was enclosed to enlarge the bedroom. In 2008 the kitchen…was extended slightly to the rear…In 2010 the front porch was restored to again extend all the way across the front of the house (and free one of the original porch pillars from the wall built in 1962) by moving a modified version of the bay window back (Tim Cuppett was also the architect for this project). All of the finishes and details on the outside of the house are original with the exception of the new bay window.1 However, former Historic Preservation Officer Steve Sadowsky noted that the 2010 addition likely destroyed original fabric at the front of the house: …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14W2010-0022 HLC DATE: PC DATE: June 28. 2010 July26, 2010 December 13, 2010 February 22, 2011 APPLICANTS: Albert Percival, III and Kevin “Chuck” Hughes, owners HISTORIC NAME: Bones-Stokes House WATERSHED: Shoal Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1107 w qth Street ZONING FROM: SF3NP to SF3H-NP SUMMARY STAFF RECOMMENI)ATION: Staff cannot recommend the proposed zoning change from family residence — neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district to family residence — historic landmark — neighborhood plan (SF3-H-NP) combining district zoning because of recent significant modifications to the front of the house. The house is in the proposed Castle Hill Local Historic District. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: Staff cannot recommend this house for designation as a historic landmark because the architectural character of the house changed substantially in the last year. The house had a projecting canted bay on the right side of the façade, which staff believes was original to the house in form, despite depictions on historical Sanhorn Fire Insurance Company maps. The canted bay was pushed forward several feet in a 1962 remodeling of the house, but still retained its essential form, if not location. In 2010, the owners replaced the canted bay with a boxed picture window, which, while sensitively designed, has compromised the historic appearance of the house to the extent that staff cannot recommend the house for individual designation as it no longer retains sufficient integrity of materials and design to convey’ its historic appearance. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: June 28, 2010: Postponed the case to July 26, 2010 at staffs request so that the applicants could meet with the Certificate of Appropriateness Committee for discussion of the new window on the July 26, 2010: Recommended denial of the proposed zoning façade of the house. change from SF3NP to SF3HNP due to the recent installation of the front window which has compromised the historic appearance of the house. Vote: 6-0 (Kleon absent). NOTE: The applicants were not present at the July 26, 2010 hearing and request a re-hearing of their application. December 13, 2010: The Commission’s action on July 26, 2010 to recommend denial of the proposed zoning change was not rescinded. The motion to rescind failed on a vote of 2-4 (Limbacher, Hansen. Kleon and Meyers opposed; Rosato absent). PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: Recommended denial of the proposed zoning change from SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP due to the modifications to the front …
March 24, 2026 Kalan Contreras Principal Planner, Historic Preservation Office Austin Planning Dear Ms. Contreras, Here are responses to your questions: Q1: Will the existing window screens remain on the windows? It’s a little hard to tell in the photos, but it looks like there are currently exterior storm screens installed. Response: No. The windows will be replaced, including the screens. Q2: Will window openings at the main elevation change in size at all? Response: Yes. Two windows will be added to the living room, beside the existing two windows, matching the same size and proportion. Additionally, two windows at the dormer will be replaced with three. Q3: Will the height of the existing dormers change to accommodate the new windows? Response: No. Q4: Are there historic photos of the building showing a precedent for the tile roof? Response: Unknown. We could not find historic photos of the building. Q5: Could you please provide a close-up of the existing door and sidelight/transom? It’s a little hard to see in the photos provided on the plans. Response: Yes. See attached photo. Q6: Do you know when the existing trim was installed? (I’m assuming it was back in 2010ish when the front bay window was modified, but it will help to know if the trim appears older that that.) Response: No. Q7: Is the chimney to be removed entirely? Response: Yes. Q8: Can you include images of the proposed fence and gate to be installed? Response: No. The fence and gate have not yet been designed. Sincerely, Nathan Griffith, AIA Senior Project Manager 807 Brazos Street, Suite 800 Austin, Texas 78701 1001 Bannock Street, Suite 40, Denver, CO 80204 www.anderssonwise.com 512 476 5780 807 Brazos Street, Suite 800 Austin, Texas 78701 1001 Bannock Street, Suite 40, Denver, CO 80204 www.anderssonwise.com 512 476 5780
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 PR-2026-030431; HR-2026-044138; C14H-2009-0034 Catterall-Thornberry House 1403 Hardouin Avenue 6 – 1 Proposal Demolish a rear garage structure at a landmarked property and construct a detached structure in a similar location. Project Specifications 1) Demolish a rear, detached garage and ancillary structure, constructed in 1979 but listed in the Old West Austin National Register nomination as a contributing property. 2) Construct a two-story structure, which includes a two-car garage and living areas. Architecture The main, landmarked house is a two-story, symmetrical example of the Colonial Revival style in the Old West Austin National Register district. The main elevation is three bays, with the front entry slightly elevated and accessed by a small brick porch which is covered a decorative flat porch roof. This roof is supported by decorative columns at the corners. The roof is a side gable assembly and there is an addition to the rear of one side, built in the same style. Behind the house, a 1979, single-story garage is present and clad in similar siding, which makes it appear as though it were contemporary to the main house. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed accessory building is to be in the same general location as the existing garage. It is held in from the side of the lot at a similar distance as well. The proposed design will be minimally visible from the street and matches the location of similar structures at other contributing properties in the district. 2. Orientation The main entry to the new structure will be towards the driveway, similar to the existing. This is in keeping with other garage structures in the district, and the orientation will not supersede the main structure in visibility. 3. Scale, massing, and height As a two story structure behind a two story main house, there is potentially some concern about its scale. However, a low roof pitch and minimal floor height allow the proposed design to be lower than the main house. The massing is compact and subordinate, and it meets the Design Standards. 4. Proportions While there is not a language of two-story garage structures …
April 10, 2026 APPLICATION FOR HISTORIC REVIEW Catterall-Thornberry House 1403 Hardouin Ave. Austin, TX 78703 HISTORIC DESIGNATION OVERVIEW • National Register Historic District: Old West Austin National Historic District • City of Austin Historic Landmark ARCHITECTURE The Catterall-Thornberry House is a 1938 Colonial Revival home designed by Louis. C. Page, Jr., one of the founders of the firm that would eventually become PageSoutherlandPage (later Page now Stantec). The original home underwent a renovation in 1979 that included the addition of the current accessory garage structure, for which an application to demolish has already been submitted to the Historic Landmark Commission. The proposed new construction to be considered is an accessory structure with a garage, home office, workout room, and garden room. The new design’s form works carefully within the limitations of the site. A protected cedar elm, utility easements from rear powerlines and underground electrical utilities on the driveway access placed strict limitations on the area which could reasonably be built upon. The resultant angled form works itself around the large tree and utility features. The design tucks the structure behind the existing house to preserve the appearance of the historic property from the street in the same manner as the existing, non-historic detached garage (demolition permit has been filed separately). The street view is additionally shielded by a large magnolia tree and shrubbery that sits between the Catterall-Thornberry House and the neighboring home, which blocks views into the rear yard around the side of the house when viewed from an angle. The new structure also reflects the angle of the existing garage which we found was necessary to allow space for car pull-out and to maintain the current level of impact on the root zone of the historic tree. The scale of the new structure works with the historic design guidelines, with the height not exceeding the apex of the original structure. The gabled roof’s slope and orientation reflects that of the original house in a contemporary language. The vertical Hardi siding will reflect the material scale of the wood siding of the historic house but turned 90 degrees. The shadowy grey-green of the exterior will serve to help the building recede visually under the trees in the backyard. The oculus allows a major limb of the historic tree to pass through the roof. Pollen Architecture & Design 1224 East 12th St, #210 Austin, TX 78702 512.499.0888 pollenarchitecture.com ABBREVIATIONS: …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 PR-2026-034138; HR-2026-042333 Cranfill House 1901 Cliff Street 7 – 1 Proposal Construct a rear addition at a designated landmark. Project Specifications At the rear of a landmarked property, construct as addition in the form of a new wing of the existing residence. The proposed addition will be connected to the original house by a narrow hallway and, like the original, be a single story in height. The current use of the addition’s site is a rear lawn. Architecture The Cranfill House is a single-story, modern residence built with a low pitched, standing seam metal roof and clad in wood board-and-batten siding. It features a subdued front entry, accessed through a center courtyard located to the side of a garage. The general design of the house, particularly the fenestration and circulation pattern, is inward- facing, and the rear of the property opens up onto a view of downtown Austin. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential additions 1. Location The addition is proposed to be located behind the main house and not visible form the street. By designing it in the form on a new wing of the property, the general layout of the main house will be retained and not interrupted. 2. Scale, massing, and height The scale of the proposed addition matches the height and proportions of the original house, and will not appear to overtake that design. 3. Design and style At the addition, the proposed design seeks to match the original in appearance and proportions. The iconic style of the main house, with its board and batten siding and low roof pitch, will be retained and replicated at the addition. However, there are concerns that this design may read as too close to the original and cause confusion as to whether the addition was always present at the property. 4. Roofs A low-pitched, standing seam metal roof will match the original house and not project above it. 5. Exterior walls Metal siding, imprinted to replicate the appearance and measurements of the wood siding at the original house, is proposed on all exterior walls of the addition. While this meet the Design Standards in …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness May 6, 2026 HR-2026-036164 Hyde Park Local Historic District 304 West 42nd Street 9 – 1 Proposal Demolish a contributing building and replace it with a new building. Project Specifications The proposed new building spans two lots and is oriented towards Avenue C rather than West 42nd Street. It is two stories in height, clad in horizontal lap siding with board and batten accents. The roof is composed of a series of compound gables and a shed-roof dormer at the southern elevation. A partial-width covered porch displays Craftsman-inspired proportions and triangular brackets at the 42nd Street elevation; similar brackets appear at gable ends on the Avenue C façade and at the westernmost carport elevation. Fenestration includes fixed, casement, and 1:1 windows interspersed throughout each elevation. Architecture 304 West 42nd Street is a ca. 1932 bungalow. It is one story in height, clad in horizontal wood siding, with simple massing and a side-gabled rectangular plan. A gabled garage abuts the easternmost elevation. Fenestration includes 1:1 wood windows. Exposed rafter tails are present at eaves and triangular brackets at gable ends. Design Standards The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 1. General Standards 1.1: Prevention of Demolition. Demolition of any contributing structure is strongly discouraged under all circumstances. The proposed project includes demolition of a contributing building. 5. Residential Standards: New Construction of Single-Family Structures 5.1: Massing, Scale, and Architectural Elements. Use massing, scale, and architectural elements typical of the contributing buildings on the block when designing a new building. The geometry of new house construction shall be in a scale with contributing buildings on the same block. When applying to Historic Landmark Commission, include photographs of all existing adjacent buildings and any other buildings on the block which have inspired design choices for the new construction. Proposed massing is more complicated than contributing buildings nearby, though the new building reflects historic-era gable forms. The building’s location, with the main entrance fronting Avenue C and the long secondary side along 42nd, is not consistent with the streetscape; however, the secondary entrance and gabled porch somewhat mitigate this. 5.3: Porches. Front porches on new construction are not necessary, but if present, they must be at least 7 feet deep. The proposed porch is approximately 5.25’ at the 42nd Street elevation …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts May 6, 2026 PR-2026-030473; GF-2026-033076 Old West Austin 1511 Rainbow Bend 10 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1935 contributing building. Architecture Three-story limestone Texas Vernacular house with eclectic elements such as Monterrey-style second-floor balconies, board-and-batten secondary elevations, and front-facing bay window. A designed landscape, including a pond and sweeping stone entry staircase, appears to be original to the property. Research The house at 1511 Rainbow Bend was constructed in 1935 for Dr. Thomas J. and Hilda McElhenny. Dr. McElhenny was the second pediatric physician in Austin and began Austin’s first Well Baby Clinic in 1934. He served as president of both the Travis County Medical Association and the Travis County Pediatric Society, as well as a delegate to the White House Conference on Children and Youth in 1960. McElhenny’s practice, The Children’s Clinic, operated from a building on Nueces Street until his death in 1968; Dr. McElhenny’s son, Dr. Thomas R. McElhenny, also worked with his father as a pediatric allergist. Dr. Thomas J. McElhenny was honored by the American Academy of Pediatrics in 1946 for pioneering a new rapid treatment for scabies in children, without the dangerous side effects of earlier formulations for adults, as part of his work with the American Legion’s Child Welfare Committee. The property is historically significant as the home of Austin’s first summer camp for girls, founded and directed by Hilda Rudd McElhenny. Dubbed “Camp Wenonah,” the camp offered horseback riding, nature studies, arts and crafts, and swimming; most of the activities took place on the property. The house’s surrounding landscape provided a haven for the day campers, and appears to retain original stone features. Department Comments This item first appears on the May 6, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission agenda. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Old West Austin National Register district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building retains historic integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it meets two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of vernacular Texas residential design. b. Historical association. The property appears to have significant historical associations with Dr. Thomas J. McElhenny, prominent pediatrician, and with Mrs. Hilda McElhenny, who ran Austin’s first summer camp for girls at …
February 25, 2026 Patrick Beathard Prospecting Buyer 1503 Ridgecrest Dr. Austin, TX 78746 Charlotte Beathard <<email: pbeathard@gmail.com>> <<email: charlotte@cciaustin.com>> Subject: Bulk Sampling for Asbestos Containing Materials 1511 Rainbow Bend, Austin, Texas 78703 EnviroTex Consulting Services, LLC. Project No. 26-003.03 On Monday, February 23, 2026, Mr. Matthew Zappa of EnviroTex Consulting Services, LLC. visited 1511 Rainbow Bend, in Austin, Texas (78703) to collect samples of suspect asbestos-containing materials at the residence. The sampling was limited to the entire residence, interior and exterior areas. Samples were analyzed by Omni Environmental, Inc. located in Round Rock, Texas. According to laboratory reports, asbestos was detected in the following samples analyzed: • Woven wrap walls, drywall and joint compound • Tan speckled linoleum • White sink soundproofing • Black drain-line wrap • White window glazing • Black roof flashing The sample descriptions and analysis results are detailed in the table below. EnviroTex recommends that, prior to any renovation or demolition activities, all identified asbestos-containing materials (ACM) be removed by a TDSHS-licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Attached are laboratory analysis reports and DSHS licenses. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call. Respectfully submitted, EnviroTex Consulting Services, LLC. Matthew C. Zappa Principal Consultant Attachments: Bulk Asbestos Sample Log Texas Department of State Health Services License Laboratory Analysis Reports and Laboratory Accreditations Sample Location Drawing Asbestos Location Drawing 5237 Hutchinson Dr. Austin, Texas 78723 I 512-466-3939 I zappa@envirotexcs.com EnviroTex Consulting Services, LLC 5237 Hutchinson Drive Austin, Texas 78723 512/466-3939 Date: ___02__/__24__/_ 2026_ ASBESTOS BULK SAMPLE LOG Investigated by: Matthew Zappa Client: 1511 Rainbow Bend Austin, TX Project Number: _____26-003.03______ Sample # *Type **Classificatio n Location Material/Description Friable / Non- Friable % Asbestos N/A N/A N/A R N/A CI N/A N/A CII CII CII N/A CI 1A 2A 3A 4A 5A 6A 7A 8A 9A 10A 11A 12A 13A S S S S M M T T M T M M M Key to Abbreviations TRACE = Less than 1% NAD = No asbestos detected NA = Not analyzed N/A = Not Applicable 1st Floor, Primary Bedroom 1st Floor, Primary Bedroom 1st Floor Lounge, wall at kitchen Light bumpy texture ceilings and walls, drywall and joint compound Smooth texture ceilings and walls, drywall and joint compound Sandy grit texture ceilings and walls drywall and joint compound 2nd Floor, Bedroom 2 at walk in closet Woven wrap walls, drywall and joint compound 1st Floor, Dining Room Storage …
March 16, 2026 To the Board of the Austin Historic Landmark Commission: We are sharing supplemental information for your consideration regarding the proposed demolition of the home at 1511 Rainbow Bend. What drew us to this property was not only the historic character of Old Enfield, but also its beauty, charm, and timeless quality. We have long admired the neighborhood for its traditional homes, mature landscape, and the rare combination of serenity and proximity to the heart of Austin, including downtown and The University of Texas. In a city that has changed so dramatically since our time at UT, Old Enfield remains one of the few neighborhoods that still feels like “old Austin”. We obtained a structural assessment of the residence, as part of our due diligence. The assessment found that the building is in distressed condition, with significant movement and settlement, substantial floor deflections, and related structural damage. Based on the totality of those findings, the engineer concluded that the structure is not safe in its current condition. In addition, environmental testing identified asbestos-containing materials in multiple areas of the home, including wall materials, linoleum, sink soundproofing, drain-line wrap, window glazing, and roof flashing, and confirmed the presence of lead-based paint in numerous interior and exterior painted components, with certain areas already in a deteriorated state. The sum of these findings confirmed for us that demolition is the most appropriate course. If permitted to move forward with new construction, we would approach the site with respect for both the property and the surrounding neighborhood. We intend to repurpose the existing exterior limestone in the new residence. The new home and driveway locations would remain generally consistent with the existing layout, and the existing water well would be preserved as a meaningful element of the property’s history. Our goal would be to build a traditional home that mirrors the architectural character of the neighborhood. Charlotte has lived in Austin her entire life, and Patrick has lived in Austin for nearly 40 years. Together, we have built our lives here and raised our children here. Charlotte’s family has deep roots in Austin, and the Bremond family is part of her family history. The preservation of places such as the Bremond Block is personally meaningful to us, and we are deeply supportive of protecting the city’s historic character. It is our sincere hope that, if approved, the new home will honor the …
Prepared By: Darren Bentz P.E. #141000 TBPE Firm #F-322834 darren@atxinspect.com Office: 512-788-1001 Direct: 512-826-2424 Prepared For: Client: Charlotte and Patrick Beathard Property Address: 1511 Rainbow Bend, Austin, Texas 78703 Assessment Type: Structural Investigation Date of Site Visit: 02/24/2026 To whom it may concern, A site visit to the above-mentioned property took place in order to conduct a limited structural investigation. The purpose of this investigation was to assess the condition of the foundation on the above-mentioned site visit date, identify likely causes of structural distress, and determine what actions, if any, are warranted. Our findings, conclusions, and recommendations are detailed in this report. The scope of this assessment addresses only those building materials and conditions that are present, visible, and accessible at the time of the inspection and walk-through. This report and associated conclusions are based on observed conditions of the inspected areas and materials and information reported by the client. The assessor does not climb over obstacles, move furnishings or stored items, or go into any area that might present a safety hazard. Please see notes regarding additional scope and limitations at the end of this report. Greenbelt Structural Structural Assessment Report 1 of 8 I. BUILDING INFORMATION AND SITE OBSERVATIONS GENERAL INFORMATION CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Single-family BUILDING TYPE: 2-story stick-built standard construction with stone cladding FOUNDATION TYPE: Stem walls, Pier & beam (wood supports), Slabs BUILDING AGE: 1935 APPX. SIZE: 3812 Sq. Ft. (not verified) SUBJECT AREA(S): Foundation, limited crawlspace, accessible framing PRIMARY INSPECTION METHOD(S): Visual, altimeter, level ADDITIONAL NOTED FEATURES: Attached garage with stone floor at front right DOCUMENTATION: Limited (parcel survey) OBSERVATIONS SUMMARY EVIDENCE OF MOVEMENT/SETTLEMENT: Yes (see notes and correlated elevation drawings) EVIDENCE OF DAMAGE/STRESS: Discovered – signficant floor deflections/sloping, damage at drywall/siding/foundation skirting/walls, door opening out of square GRADING AND DRAINAGE ISSUES: Discovered – moisture/drainage/ventilation issues under and around home PLUMBING ISSUES: N/a (plumbing scope not performed) PREVIOUSE FOUNDATION ADJUSTEMNT/REPAIR: Pier updated to cinderblock (unknown date) GENERAL BUILDING CONDITION: The general condition of the building is distressed ADDITIONAL NOTES: Observations and conclusions only apply to the date of inspection. GEOLOGICAL INVESTIGATION: Limited - See below (soil type/lithology at or near parcel) ADDITIONAL ISSUES OR CONCERNS: Assessment of most of the crawlspace was limited due to locked door, minimal clearance, plumbing/electrical (limited safe access) SITE OBSERVATIONS / CONDITIONS FOUNDATION - Primary and secondary evidence of foundation movement and inadequate performance was observed throughout the home. Relative …
February 25, 2026 Patrick Beathard Prospecting Buyer 1503 Ridgecrest Dr. Austin, TX 78746 Charlotte Beathard <<email: pbeathard@gmail.com>> <<email: charlotte@cciaustin.com>> Subject: HUD Compliant XRF Investigation for Lead-Based Paint (LBP) 1511 Rainbow Bend, Austin, Texas 78703 EnviroTex Consulting Services, LLC. Project No. 26-003.03 On February 23, 2026, Matthew Zappa, a DSHS licensed Lead Risk Assessor employed by EnviroTex Consulting Services, LLC visited the subject site located at 1511 Rainbow Bend in Austin, Texas (78703) to test for Lead (Pb) content in paint on the interior and exterior surfaces of the property. The subject property is a single-family three-story home, approximately 3,812 square feet. It contains 3 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms, and 7 common area rooms. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and EPA define LBP as any paint, varnish, stain, or other applied coating that has 1.0 mg/cm² (0.5% by weight) or more of lead. XRF field-testing was performed utilizing the SciAps, Model X-550 (serial number 01257) lead paint analyzer. XRF readings are collected by placing the shutter portion of the device on the test surface and exposing the painted surface to gamma radiation which can penetrate multiple layers to determine lead content. Results for the lead concentration are displayed on the handheld device in milligrams per centimeter squared (mg/cm²). The following painted or glazed materials reported at or greater than the action level of 1.0 mg/cm²: • • • Interior and exterior window systems with White (Interior) and Light grey (Exterior) paint (Window Trims, Casings, Frames, Headers, and Bases) Interior and exterior door systems with White and/or Cream (Interior) and Light grey (Exterior) paint (Doors, Door Trims, Jambs, Casings, Bases, Screen Doors, Shutter Doors, Garage Door, and Garage Door Casings) Interior White Baseboards, Crown Molding, Ceiling Beams, Ceiling Decking, Shelving and Shelving Frames • White Porcelain bathtubs, three (3) • White Ceramic floor tile • White paint on stair handrail baluster • Forest Green paint on window shutters • Light Grey on exterior fascia board 5237 Hutchinson Dr. Austin, Texas 78723 I 512-466-3939 I zappa@envirotexcs.com At the time of the investigation most of the painted surfaces observed and tested were in an intact condition. The following areas were found to be in a deteriorated state: • Ground floor storage room wood ceilings, walls, and door trim with cream paint • Garage area concrete walls, wood walls, and window frames with cream paint The sample descriptions and analysis results …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts May 6, 2026 PR-2026-032489; HR-2026-039599 Old West Austin Historic District 3210 Bryker Drive 10 – 1 Proposal Construct two additions at a contributing property. Project Specifications 1) Construct a 103 square foot addition at the front corner of the existing house. 2) Construct a 547 square foot addition at the rear of the existing house. Architecture This property is a modest, single-story residence built with an asymmetrical plan. The main entry is at a small front porch with a side door that opens onto the front room. A low pitched, gable ended roof covers the main floor, with one gable projecting towards the street. The exterior walls are clad in a wide shingle siding, painted light blue. While it lacks significant decoration, the house is in good condition. The windows all appear to have been replaced. Research After being initially owned by Dave & Elaine Novy after its construction in 1941, the house was sold to David & Sonya Stein, who owned a local clothing store. They would raise several children at the address lived there for at least the next 15 years. 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 additions 1. Location The rear addition is located entirely behind the house and will be minimally visible from the street. The front addition will square off the southeast corner of the house and will be visible. However, this addition is small in size and will not likely disrupt the overall integrity of the original form. 2. Scale, massing, and height Both additions are to be single-story in height, and will be kept in scale with the rest of the house. Given the existing structure’s mostly rectangular form, the rear addition will not affect the massing. The front addition will affect the stepped appearance of the southeast corner, but the change will not be significant when the property is viewed in its entirety. 3. Design and style Both additions will have a simple design, which is appropriate for the overall design. The style will not appear as if it is out of place or creating a false sense of history. 4. Roofs The existing roof is …
