From: Cc: Subject: Date: Allen, Amber Objections, 2/28/2022 Monday, February 21, 2022 1:09:57 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Liaison, Chair and Vice Chair of the Landmark Preservation Commission, I reside within the Travis Heights Fairview Park National Historic District. These applicants are aware of the significance of the neighborhood and property or their cases would not be coming before the Historic Landmark Commission. I have been active in the neighborhood although I am not aware of the any of below applicants contacting or presenting to the membership of the South River City Citizens Neighborhood Association, the organization that supported the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Historic District, or the Historic Preservation Committee that successfully applied for the designation. Until these properties are fully documented and archived at the Austin History Center, I object to the demolition of the following agenda items and cases in the Travis Heights-Fairview Historic District being heard by the Historic Landmarks Commission at the 2/28/2022 meeting: C.1. 804 Rutherford Place – Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction (postponed January 24, 2022) C.2. 512 E. Monroe Street – Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing house and build new construction (postponed January 24, 2022) C.8. 700 E. Monroe Street – Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction C.9. 1505 Alameda Drive - Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction C.10. 1803 Kenwood Avenue - Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction C.11. 1315 & 1317 Newning Avenue - Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building As you may be aware from earlier correspondence, several houses in the Sherwood Oaks subdivision were recently demolished without a hearing although the properties met the requirements of being more the 50 years old and having noteworthy occupants and hosting events of historic significance. Moving forward, how can our community do better to engage and recognize the importance of our shared mission? Thank you for your consideration and service, Wendy Price Todd CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe …
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Ulla Florholmen Wednesday, February 23, 2022 8:01 PM PAZ Preservation Please save 1803 Kenwood Ave. Case# HR 22-016431 *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** Dear Amber Allen, Please save this historical building which adds to our neighborhoods historic character. Kind regards, Ulla Florholmen 1506 Travis Heights Blvd CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
From: Cc: Subject: Date: Allen, Amber Objections, 2/28/2022 Monday, February 21, 2022 1:09:57 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Liaison, Chair and Vice Chair of the Landmark Preservation Commission, I reside within the Travis Heights Fairview Park National Historic District. These applicants are aware of the significance of the neighborhood and property or their cases would not be coming before the Historic Landmark Commission. I have been active in the neighborhood although I am not aware of the any of below applicants contacting or presenting to the membership of the South River City Citizens Neighborhood Association, the organization that supported the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Historic District, or the Historic Preservation Committee that successfully applied for the designation. Until these properties are fully documented and archived at the Austin History Center, I object to the demolition of the following agenda items and cases in the Travis Heights-Fairview Historic District being heard by the Historic Landmarks Commission at the 2/28/2022 meeting: C.1. 804 Rutherford Place – Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction (postponed January 24, 2022) C.2. 512 E. Monroe Street – Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing house and build new construction (postponed January 24, 2022) C.8. 700 E. Monroe Street – Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction C.9. 1505 Alameda Drive - Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction C.10. 1803 Kenwood Avenue - Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building and build new construction C.11. 1315 & 1317 Newning Avenue - Travis Heights – Fairview Park National Register District – DEMOLISH a contributing building As you may be aware from earlier correspondence, several houses in the Sherwood Oaks subdivision were recently demolished without a hearing although the properties met the requirements of being more the 50 years old and having noteworthy occupants and hosting events of historic significance. Moving forward, how can our community do better to engage and recognize the importance of our shared mission? Thank you for your consideration and service, Wendy Price Todd CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS FEBRUARY 28, 2022 HR-2022-009233 OLD WEST AUSTIN 2507 HARTFORD ROAD C.12 – 1 PROPOSAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Demolish a noncontributing garage and construct a new accessory dwelling unit. 1) Demolish existing garage (ca. 1999). 2) Construct a new ADU. The proposed building is two stories in height, with a compound hipped roof clad in composition shingles to match the main house. The ADU’s exterior is clad in fiber-cement siding and features 1:1 mulled and single aluminum-clad wood windows, as well as fixed windows and a front-facing garage door. RESEARCH DESIGN STANDARDS The house at 2507 Hartford Road was built around 1951 with an attached garage. It was built for John and Elsie Clemens and their family. John E. Clemens, a CPA, worked as the business manager for the Austin Independent School District. He was also president of Austin’s chapter of the American Kennel Club.1 Permit history shows several remodels to the house and garage during the 1990s and early 2000s, including reworking the home’s parking structure. The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed ADU is constructed in roughly the same location as the existing garage, at the side and rear of the main house. 2. Orientation The proposed ADU’s orientation is consistent with the existing garage’s orientation, as well as the orientations of other detached garages in the district. 3. Scale, massing, and height While the proposed building is two stories in height, its location at the rear of the lot will likely mitigate its impact to the one-story front house. The applicant may wish to consider removing the projecting bay from the front elevation for enhanced compatibility. 4. Proportions The proposed building’s proportions appear compatible with the existing house and the district as a whole. 5. Design and style The proposed building’s design is relatively simple and appears mostly compatible with the main house. 6. Roofs With the exception of the projecting bay, the house’s hipped roof is compatible with the main house. 7. Exterior walls The proposed horizontal siding is understated and appropriate. 8. Windows and doors The proposed wood-clad aluminum windows and painted garage door appear appropriate. "Clemens 1 https://atxlibrary.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/historical-newspapers/clemens-heads-kennel- club/docview/1559220216/se-2?accountid=7451. …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS FEBRUARY 28, 2022 HR-2022-012669 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK 2108 KENWOOD AVENUE C.13 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct an accessory dwelling unit. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS DESIGN STANDARDS The proposed ADU is two stories, with an attached carport, uncovered wood deck, and roof deck. It is clad in fiber-cement siding with metal cable railings at the roof deck and stairwell. Windows are fixed, with varying proportions at each elevation. The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed ADU is located at the rear of the lot, behind the contributing house. 2. Orientation The proposed ADU’s orientation of the entrance and the carport matches the orientation of contributing buildings and outbuildings in the district. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed ADU is located behind a substantial two-story addition to the original main house, so its two-story height is not obtrusive; however, the roof deck adds an element of height that may be visible from the street. The building’s massing is simple, with a small step-down between floors at the main elevation. 4. Proportions The building’s proportions are somewhat compatible with its surroundings—though its massing is strongly vertical, design elements help to reduce its impact. 5. Design and style Though the proposed building’s overall design is somewhat incompatible with the surrounding district, its position at the rear of the lot renders its overall impact minimal. 6. Roofs The proposed flat roof and roof deck are not compatible with the main house. 7. Exterior walls The proposed fiber-cement horizontal siding is compatible with the main house. 8. Windows and doors The proposed fixed windows and fully-glazed doors are mostly incompatible, though their rhythmic placement somewhat echoes the main house’s design. 11. Attached garages and carports The proposed carport is compatible; though it is not set back from the front wall of the ADU, it is placed far back on the lot and does not affect the view of the contributing house from the street. 9. Porches See 6. Summary The project meets some of the applicable standards. PROPERTY EVALUATION The primary building contributes to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register district. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Comment on and release the plans. C.13 – …
HLC D ESIGN R EVIEW ZILKER METRO PAR K ZILKER CLUBHOUSE R E H A B I L I T A T I O N P R O J E C T April 12, 2021 1 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | April 12, 2021Zilker Clubhouse Rehabilitation 2 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | April 12, 2021Zilker Clubhouse Rehabilitation Chronology • 1917 — Barton Springs Park given to City of Austin • 1932 — Remainder of Zilker Park, large tract north and west of original gift, given to City of Austin • 1934 — Boy Scout Lodge (now known as Zilker Clubhouse) built by the CWA, CCC • 1934 — Lookout Point built by the CCC • 1940 — Addition to north wing built by the NYA, for use as a • 1956 — Paved terrace added to the east of the Clubhouse, • 1963 — PARD facilities officially integrated • 1994 — New restrooms added north of main room, accessible • 1997 — Clubhouse and Point listed on National Register under caretaker’s residence built by the Jaycees parking and entry route the Zilker Park NRHD by UT SOA • 2006 — HABS drawings and documentation completed • 2012 — Zilker Park Cultural Landscape Report completed by UT SOA MSHP student Boy Scout Clubhouse construction, ca. 1934, Austin History Center 3 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | April 12, 2021Zilker Clubhouse Rehabilitation LEGEND 1934 1940 1994 OFFICE 2 BREAK RM. OFFICE 1 BATH STOR. STOR. KITCHEN KITCHEN STORAGE OFFICE 3 MAIN ROOM VEST. WOMEN MEN 4 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | April 12, 2021Zilker Clubhouse Rehabilitation Zilker Clubhouse, ca. 1940s, Foster, William Hague. University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary Photo courtesy gypc.girl.photography 5 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | April 12, 2021Zilker Clubhouse Rehabilitation Lookout Point construction, 1934, Austin History Center Lookout Point, 1934, Austin History Center Lookout Point, 1937, Austin History Center Lookout Point, 2020 6 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | April 12, 2021Zilker Clubhouse Rehabilitation Scope Summary • Preservation and restoration of building • Programmatic priority for event use • Restore infilled original windows and doors • Restore the connection of main hall to cottage Modest formalizing elements to parking Landscape plan, drip irrigation Wayfinding and interpretive signage Study HVAC system, water heater relocation, gas service Replace electrical and data systems, improve lighting Window and door restoration, roof replacement, masonry cleaning, ironwork restoration 7 HLC DESIGN REVIEW | …
CITY of AUSTIN C I P I D # 6066.052 CSP# CLM B339 ZILKER METRO PARK - ZILKER CLUBHOUSE REHABILITATION 2 0 0 A R N U L F O A L O N Z O W A Y A U S T I N , T E X A S 7 8 7 0 4 Consultants Owner Location Map Index of Drawings ARCHITECTS Limbacher & Godfrey Architects, Inc. 2124 East Sixth Street, Suite 102 Austin, Texas 78703 Ph: 512-450-1518, Fax: 512-320-1916 email: info@limbacher-godfrey.com STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Sparks Engineering, Inc. 933 North Flores Street San Antonio, Texas 78212 Ph: 210-229-0669 email: pat@sparksengineering.com MEP ENGINEER ACR Engineering, Inc. 3001 S. Lamar, Suite 210 Austin, Texas 78704 Ph: 512-440-8333 email: rtroncoso@acreng.com CIVIL ENGINEER Doucet & Associates 7401B Highway 71 West, Suite 160 Austin, Texas 78735 Ph: 512-583-2622 email: zxing@doucetengineers.com LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Asakura Robinson 1224 E. 12th Street, #310 Austin, Texas 78702 Ph: 512-351-9601, Fax: 832-201-7198 email: brendan@asakurarobinson.com GRAPHIC DESIGN/INTERPRETIVE fd2s 1634 E. Cesar Chavez Austin, Texas 78702 Ph: 512-476-7733 email: croberts@fd2s.com CITY of AUSTIN SPONSORING DEPARTMENT Parks and Recreation Department Kimberly McNeeley, Director MANAGING DEPARTMENT Parks and Recreation Department Kimberly McNeeley, Director PROJECT MANAGER Parks and Recreation Department Ellen Colfax 919 West 28 1/2 Street Austin, Texas 78705 Ph: 512-974-9506 email: ellen.colfax@austintexas.gov CITY COUNCIL Mayor Steve Adler Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison Council Member Vanessa Fuentes Council Member Sabino Renteria Council Member Gregorio Casar Council Member Ann Kitchen Council Member Mackenzie Kelly Council Member Leslie Pool Council Member Paige Ellis Council Member Kathie Tovo Council Member Alison Alter City Manager Spencer Cronk . D V L B C A P - O M . D V L B R A M A L H T R O N EAST SIXTH STREET EAST FIFTH STREET C E S A R C H A V E Z BARTON S P R I N G S ROAD RIVERSIDE DRIVE ZILKER CLUBHOUSE TRUE NORTH PLAN NORTH T1.01 T1.02 C101 C102 C103 C200 C201 C202 C203 C204 C300 C301 C302 C400 C401 C500 L1.00 L1.01 L1.02 L1.03 L3.00 L3.01 L4.00 L4.01 L4.02 L4.03 L5.00 COVER COVER, Index of Drawings Design Data CIVIL DRAWINGS General Notes Overall Existing Conditions Exstg Clubhouse Site and Demolition ES Control Overall Sheet ES Control Plan Sheet 1 ES Control Plan Sheet 2 ES Control Plan Sheet 3 Overall Site Plan Site Plan Sheet 1 Site Plan Sheet 2 ES Control Detail and Tree List …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS FEBRUARY 28TH, 2022 PR-2022-010250; GF-2022-017172 OLD WEST AUSTIN 1510 PEASE ROAD C.15 – 1 PROPOSAL ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH Demolish a ca. 1936 multifamily (duplex) residence and detached metal frame covered carport. The structure is a Tudor-style brick construction residence that was built circa 1936 as a multi-family residence (duplex). The residence has a simple side-gabled design easily visible behind two smaller asymmetrical front-facing gables with a 1- unit entrance located on the front facade with an arched door containing a small circular quarter-divided window. The second unit is accessed via a matching door located beneath the side gable on the east elevation where there is a covered porch and decorative metal railing. There is a prominent front-facing chimney with an inward swooping detail above the firebox, flanked by quarter-shaped gable vents. The windows are simple 1:1 wood single pane. Each unit has a rear-covered porch. There is also a rear-covered metal frame carport which is not of significance. This property was built as a multi-family duplex circa 1936 and therefore has a history of tenants although none appeared to live in the property for more than a couple of years. The longest tenant appears to be Donald L. and Donna Hoskins. According to City Directory records, Donald was an Architect for Southerland & Page in 1955 and 1957 when he lived at the duplex. Of historical significance are tenants Juan A. and Carolina R. Merigo-Aza. Juan Antonio Merigo-Aza was the Vice Consular officer at the Mexican Consulate and was a delegate at the Mexico City conference that led to a new International Agreement for Migratory workers in 1951. The Agreement improved living and working conditions for migratory farmers but also provided legislation for the punishment of harboring or concealing those who enter the country without documentation. 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 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: architectural significance. a. Architecture. The building is a good example of a Tudor-style multi-family residence and does appear to convey b. Historical association. The property does not have significant historical associations. Juan Antonio Merigo-Aza was a prominent local …
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Stef Schrader Thursday, February 24, 2022 7:55 AM PAZ Preservation Case #PR-2022-010250; GF-2022-017172 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** To whom it may concern: I am writing against the demolition of the contributing home at 1510 Pease Road (GF 22‐017172). In my short time living a street over, I have noticed the Historic Landmark Commission approve too many demolitions of contributing structures in this area. At this rate, there be little left that defines this historic district! You can stop the bleeding now by denying some permits. Construction—especially the construction at 1601 Woodlawn and 1602 Pease—has made my life an absolute living hell. I have recorded jackhammering loud enough to violate race track sound limits on my front porch. My whole home shakes whenever they're banging on things or operating heavy machinery. Frankly, I have concerns about the build quality of the home going up next to mine as well as a number of their framing boards are ones I'd have left at Home Depot—but that's another story. Noise starts promptly at 7 AM and continues throughout my work day, which has not just interrupted my ability to work from home. Debris from the construction zone has also fallen onto my yard numerous times as well. Does that sound like life in a peaceful historic district to you? One where I can't bear to live in my own home based on the jackhammering nextdoor? Or where I'm constantly worried about nails in my tires? Furthermore, it is my understanding that 1510 Pease is a multifamily structure—the likes of which we need more of to meet Austin's housing needs. I have not seen 1510 Pease's specific plans, but demolishing it for a single‐family home would be a further slap in the face for a community that is in desperate need of enough housing to meet demand. Having lived through two such demolitions nearby already, I have also been appalled at the incredible amount of waste that gets sent to the landfill from the demolition of just one home. We have to be more mindful of the environmental impact of these teardowns as well. It is deeply irresponsible to throw that much away without a good reason, particularly from a livable structure. If the home is repairable or can be renovated, I'm fine with that—make it livable and enjoy! However, I firmly believe that this …
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Donna Morrow Thursday, January 20, 2022 9:13 AM PAZ Preservation 512 East Monroe St. *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Case # GF 22‐001167`512 E. Monroe St Attn: Amber Allen I object to the demolition of the house at 512 East Monroe St. This bungalow is a well‐designed, attractive, and contributing example of 1930s pre‐war houses prevalent in this historic neighborhood. It could be upgraded and enlarged without losing the original 1930s character and style. PLEASE DO NOT ALLOW DEMOLITION OF THIS HOUSE. Donna Morrow 504 Terrace Drive 78704 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Thomas Blank Friday, January 21, 2022 7:23 AM PAZ Preservation Case GF 22-001167 - 512 E Monroe St *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am in favor of approving Ms. Allen’s demolition permit application at 512 E Monroe. This property belongs to her and she should be able to do with it as she pleases. Thank you, Tom Blank 1205 Bickler Rd, Austin, TX 78704 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: CLIFTON LADD Sunday, January 23, 2022 6:13 PM PAZ Preservation brenda Ladd Case number PR-2021-200516; GF 22-001167 for Demolition of 512 E Monroe; public hearing MONDAY, 1-24-22 at 6:00 PM Public Hearing Form Ladd.pdf; Untitled attachment 00035.htm; 512_E_Monroe_20220120-00 copy.jpeg; Untitled attachment 00038.htm; 512_E_Monroe_20220120-01 copy.jpeg; Untitled attachment 00041.htm Dear Ms. Allen ‐ I just left you a phone message a little while ago and would appreciate it if you could call me tomorrow. We received a notice of public hearing for an application for a demolition permit for 512 East Monroe St. while we were out of town January 16‐19, and I didn’t see it until Thursday the 20th. I don’t understand how the City of Austin could give less than one week notice before a public hearing for a demolition. I have made several attempts to find information about this proposed demolition at https://abc.austintexas.gov/web/permit/public‐search‐other using the case numbers listed in the notice (PR‐2021‐ 200516; GF 22‐001167), but it only returns the answer “No rows returned.” The sign announcing the public hearing was not posted on the property, as it was laying on the ground in the front yard when I went by to look on Thursday the 20th (see attached photo). This house is a good example of the architecture of the Travis Heights‐Fairview Park National Historic District. It is in very good condition and should be preserved as an important part of the neighborhood (see attached photo). I oppose the demolition of this valuable part of our historic neighborhood. Please contact me before the public hearing tomorrow night at 6:00. Thank you, Clifton Ladd 1509 Newning Avenue Please let me know if you have any information about this. ‐‐‐‐ Clif Ladd 1
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS FEBRUARY 28, 2022 HR-2021-207618 SIXTH STREET NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 320 E. 6TH STREET C.3 – 1 PROPOSAL Exterior work to the storefront and entry vestibule; new signage. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Restore paired multi-light doors at the storefront entrance on the west end of the building. The doors are designed to match a historic photograph but be of code-compliant width, resulting in four rather than five doors within the existing masonry opening. Replace the canopy above the entrance on the existing frame. 2) Install a roll-down gate at the entry vestibule. The gate will mount into the concrete columns at either side of the vestibule and will not disturb the historic canopy. 3) Remove existing non-historic signage, patch and repaint stucco wall above the entrance. Install new sign to screen the roll-down gate. The sign will be approximately 16’ wide by 2’-10” in height. Three options are presented: a. Painted aluminum sign with bulbs to match underside of canopy; b. Painted aluminum sign with flat-cut aluminum letters and indirect lighting; or c. Painted aluminum sign with double-stroke neon to match neon on the canopy perimeter. 4) Replace non-original black tile at the recessed theater entrance with new patterned tile. 5) Replace one entry door with a Dutch door to match existing. Movie theater with three-story brick façade spanning two lots. The section at 320 E. 6th St. contains the theater entrance, recessed beneath a projecting metal canopy with rounded corners, studded on the underside with lights and ringed with neon. Above is a blade sign with lighted letters and neon perimeter. To the west at 318 E. 6th is a storefront entrance flush with the façade, consisting of paired glass doors and stucco infill. At the upper levels, picture windows have replaced the historic multi-light double-hung and casement windows. Window openings are set within recessed brick bands. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH Jay J. Hegman opened the Ritz Theatre in 1929 at 320 E. 6th St. and expanded the theater to its current configuration encompassing 318 E. 6th St. in 1937. Architect Hugo Kuehne designed the 1937 theater. It was the first in Austin planned specifically for talking pictures. The theater originally served only white customers; later, it became the first integrated theater in Austin, though Black patrons were restricted to the balcony.1 It continued in operation as a movie theater until 1964, after …
320 EAST 6TH ST- THE RITZ The Ritz was built in 1929 by J.J. Hegman, who owned several movie theaters in Austin, Texas. It was the first theater in Austin to be built specifically for the talkies. The architect was Hugo Kuehne, the founding dean of the University of Texas School of Architecture, who also designed the Austin History Center (originally the Austin Public Library). The Ritz was originally a long narrow space, and was segregated like most movie theaters in Texas and other southern states at that time; there was a separate entrance leading to a balcony reserved for people of color.[1] The theater opened on 6th Street on October 13, 1929. It showed primarily first-run westerns with a lower ticket price than any other theater in town and frequently brought in stars like Wild Bill Elliott and Dub Taylor, along with country music acts who performed before the movies.[2] In 1937, Hegman's son Elmo took over management and expanded the theater to 800 seats by widening the theater by 25 feet. He continued showing Westerns until television siphoned off the audience; Elmo closed the theater in 1964.[1] Cary White, the production designer for The Faculty and Spy Kids, amongst other movies, was the projectionist and janitor at the Ritz during some of its last days as a movie house.[3] The theater remained shuttered until 1970, when it re-opened for three years as an adult theater. In October 1974, entrepreneurs Jim Franklin (artist) and Bill Livinggood renovated the theater and opened the doors as a music venue, offering an eclectic mix of programming from classical to rock and including live theater and movies. This was also short-lived, and the club closed in 1975.[4] Several other groups moved in over the years. The Center Stage theater group took it over in 1977, closing off the balcony to make a second, separate theater. Again, the venue didn't last long and the late 1970s saw a serious decline in the theater's fortunes, including another stint into porn exhibition.[5] In 1981, Shannon Sedwick and Michael Shelton took out a lease and turned management over to Craig Underwood, who began running the venue as a punk rock club. Shows such as Black Flag, which inaugurated the punk era on May 7, 1982, The Misfits, Hüsker Dü, The Circle Jerks, The Dead Kennedys, Minor Threat and others showed that there was an audience for hardcore …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS FEBRUARY 28TH, 2022 HR-2021-202873 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK 1410 ALAMEDA DR. C.4 – 1 PROPOSAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Replace existing wood windows and wood siding on the front and left side of the house on contributing residence built circa 1936 in the Travis Heights Fairview Park National Register District. 1) Replace existing wood windows, and wood siding on the front and left side of contributing residence built circa 1936 in the Travis Heights Fairview Park National Register District. 2) Windows: Design proposal includes replacing original wood windows with Andersen 100 Series fiberglass windows: single-hung, equal sash, no flange, with a white exterior frame, white sash/panel, and white interior frame, with interior sash/panel. The replacement windows will also have dual-pane, low-E argon fill, and ¾” white muntins, between-the- glass, of a 3 wide x 2 high, colonial pattern. Replacement of windows is needed due to: “energy efficiency (existing windows are leaky and have single-pane glass). Windows don't open and close properly.” (applicant) Replacements will be the 5 front facade windows and the seven windows along the south elevation (left side viewed from the street) as demonstrated in the plan photos. 3) Siding: The design proposal includes replacing all original wood siding from the original part (front façade and sides) with Hardie board to match Hardie siding on later additions to the property. Replacement is needed due to “rot and water damage, flaking and missing siding.” (applicant) ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH Wood construction residence of Minimal Traditional style with asymmetrical cross-gabled roof and horizontal wood siding, with significant alterations and additions including 6:6 replacement windows, and additions of entry bay on the front side and rear two-story construction. The home appears to have been built in 1936 by A.R. McTee a journalist for the Austin American Statesman in the early 1930s. The house was then purchased and sold by several owners including Hurley and Alice E. Griffith, owners and manager of the Griffith Wallpaper & Paint Co. circa 1941-1944; Girvin H. and Ethel M. Sanderson, circa 1947-1949, a Professor at the University of Texas; and Charles G. and Vivian Puryear from 1952-1957, owners of Bradshaw & Puryear. Mr. Puryear was a Master Plumber and helped to organize the Mechanical Contractors Association of Austin and the Mechanical Contractor’s Association of Texas which he was a member of for 25 years till his death in 1979. DESIGN STANDARDS The …
