20201221-01E: Resolution regarding Historic Design Standards — original pdf

Recommendation

David Carroll, Chair Melissa Henao-Robledo, Vice Chair Aan Coleman Beau Frail Samuel Franco Martha Gonzales Ben Luckens Josue Meiners Jessica Rollason Evan Taniguchi Bart Whatley Jorge Rousselin, Executive Liaison Aaron D. Jenkins Staff Liaison Art Zamorano Staff Liaison City of Austin Design Commission DESIGN COMMISSION RESOLUTION 20201221-01E – Historic Design Standards WHEREAS, no city adopted Historic Design Standards exist today, leaving neighborhoods, home owners, and design professionals without the proper resources to guide them in the historical design and application process; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards are organized in a clear, easy-to-use, graphic format that both design professionals and home owners can understand; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide for clearer standards, making historical designations easier to attain and in a more equitable way; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will provide a more consistent and predictable review process for applicants, the Historic Landmark Commission, and city staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will serve to help maintain and preserve our historic resources, as directed in the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, the proposed Historic Design Standards will allow us to better preserve our cultural and historical assets as outlined in Austin Strategic Direction 2023; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures diverts construction materials from the landfill, thereby helping to achieve the city’s adopted goal of Zero Waste by 2040, as outlined in the Austin Resource Recovery Masterplan; and WHEREAS, historical preservation of built structures reduces the need for new building materials, thereby mitigating potential carbon emissions and helping to achieve the zero-emissions goal outlined in the Austin Community Climate Plan. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City of Austin Design Commission supports the adoption of the proposed Historic Design Standards in that they will help the city meet its shared goals and provide for a more clear and equitable process. Record of Vote: Motion by Commissioner Whatley, second by Commissioner Rollason. Motion passed 7-0-0. Date of approval: December 21, 2020 Attest: David Carroll, Chair 1 of 1 Design Commission - Resolution for Historic Design Standards Page 1