REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2025, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR 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 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee Regular meeting on November 12th, 2025. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 702 Winflo Dr. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Roy Jensen 419 Congress Ave. Congress Avenue National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Partially demolish, rehabilitate, and reconstruct building. Applicant: Mindy Radike PR-2025-121780 – 1105 Maufrais St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Mike Watson 514 E. Monroe St. Travis Heights National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: Roy Jensen DA-2025-141132 – 906 W. 22nd St. Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a circa 1927 building. Applicant: Justin Cadieux 2117 W. 49th St. Rosedale School Council District 7 Proposal: Total demolition and reconstruction of W. 49th St. façade using original masonry bricks. Applicant: Leah Bojo PR-2025-138065 – 907 E. 13th St. Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a house constructed between circa 1873 and 1884. Applicant: Charlie Jones ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR 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 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. X KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee Regular meeting on October 8th, 2025. MOTION: Approve the October 8th meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 2-0. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. C14H-2003-0007 - 1504 West Lynn St. Violet Crown Council District 10 Proposal: New ornamental landscape fence to aid with privacy from the neighboring multi- family building. Applicant: Caitlyn Bailey The applicant did not attend. C14H-1977-0012-a – 712 Congress Ave. Walter Tipps Building Council District 9 Proposal: Three-story addition to create hotel. Applicant: Dustin Mehaffey The applicant did not attend. C14H- 2014-0007 – 3805 Red River St. McFarland House Council District 9 Proposal: Installation of sign. Applicant: Lindsey Derrington The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 2310 Windsor Rd. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Small addition and remodel to the existing main residence and garage Applicant: Reed Critendon The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 2117 W. 49th St. Rosedale School Council District 7 Proposal: Total demolition and reconstruction of W. 49th St. façade using original masonry bricks. Applicant: Leah Bojo The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 7. Vote to approve the 2026 regular meeting schedule of the Architectural Review Committee. MOTION: …
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025, 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 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, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) JUDAH RICE (D-4) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on November 5, 2025. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Preservation Plan Summit. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. (Sponsored by Vice-Chair Evans and Commissioner Taniguchi) PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 3. 4. 5. HR-2025-137105; C14H-1998-0006 – 701 Congress Ave. Stephen F. Austin Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Replace windows and doors and repair balcony railings. Applicant: Leslie Wells City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. HR-2025-137112; C14H- 2000-0014 – 709 Congress Ave. Brush-Turner-Hirshfeld Building Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate a landmark building. Applicant: Leslie Wells City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. PR-2025-144142; C14H-2020-0069 – 2406 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Dmitriy Dubrovsky City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Postpone the application to the January 7, 2026 meeting. National Register Historic District Permit Applications 6. 7. 8. 9. PR-2025-103903 – 1513 Murray Ln. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025, 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) X CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) X ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X TREY MCWHORTER (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) AB BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) X TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:05PM 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission Regular meeting on October 1st, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes with the correction of Vice Chair Evans as having made the motion for the Historic Zoning Application of C14H-2025-0095 – 2401 Givens Ave., Calhoun House. Motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Staff briefing regarding Heritage Preservation Grant Launch. Presentation by Kristina Koufos, Project Coordinator, Heritage Tourism Division, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Staff briefing regarding updates to the Equity-Based Preservation Plan progress dashboard. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Historic Preservation Office, Austin Planning. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 4. C14H-2025-0105 - 1112 W. 10th St. Simmons-Glaser House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Lori Martin City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Recommend 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. Lori Martin spoke in favor of historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public hearing on a motion by Commissioner Larosche. Commissioner Grogan seconded the motion. Vote 10-0. The motion passed. MOTION: Recommend historic zoning per staff recommendation on the basis of community value and historical association on a motion by Vice Chair Evans. Commissioner Larosche seconded the motion. Vote 9-0-1. Commissioner Rice abstained. The motion passed. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. HR-2025-099714; C14H-2013-0008 – 1504 E. 11th St. Ethel Pearl's Beauty Salon Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and remodel a landmark building. (Postponed by staff on …
3 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Application for Certificates of Appropriateness December 3, 2025 HR-2025-137105 Stephen F. Austin Hotel 701 Congress Avenue Proposal Perform repair and maintenance at several areas of a City of Austin landmark. Project Specifications Replace 23 exterior wood double doors, including 6 sidelites and some hardware. Architecture The Stephen F. Austin Hotel is a 15-story hotel located in the Congress Avenue National Register district. It was designated as a City of Austin landmark in 1998. 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: Repair and alterations 1. General standards Replacement, rather than repair, is proposed for several exterior doors at the lower levels of the building. 5. Windows, doors, and screens Doors will be replaced with in-kind replacements, per included line drawings. Glazing for new units will be insulated glass at the second floor terrace. Hardware replacement is proposed where needed. 11. Commercial storefronts No change to the overall appearance of the entryways is proposed. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. Staff Recommendation Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. Location Map 3 – 2 Property Information Photos 3 – 3 Google Streetview, 2024 General condition of doors at second floor balcony; Permit application, 2025
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Application for Certificates of Appropriateness December 3, 2025 HR-2025-137112 Brush-Turner-Hirshfeld Building 709 Congress Avenue 4 – 1 Proposal Perform repair and maintenance at several areas of a City of Austin landmark. Project Specifications 1) Replace wood posts and wood railing at front balcony and awning to match existing. Repair concrete column bases. 2) Remove and replace roof system with new PVC material. Architecture The Brush-Turner-Hirshfeld Building is a two-story brick commercial structure located in the Congress Avenue National Register district. It features a wood balcony with wooden shading features, which are in salvageable condition. It was designated a City of Austin landmark in 2000. 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: Repair and alterations 1. General standards Work proposed at storefront and balcony is all patching or replacement in-kind. The distinct wood decorative elements are character defining for the landmarked building and their style must retained or matched exactly. As a landmark, the property is inspected annually by Historic Preservation Office staff. 3. Roofs Current roof system shows sign of failure. Proposed system is wholesale replacement, which is more likely to not result in further damage to historic material compared to patching failure points. 6. Porches In-kind replacement of wood, matching the material exactly is proposed. An exact match will be required for this character-defining feature at this landmark. 11. Commercial storefronts The posts, wood shading pickets under the balcony, and the balcony rail are all proposed to be repaired or replaced. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. Staff Recommendation Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. Location Map 4 – 2 Property Information Photos 4 – 3 Permit application, 2025
Property Profile Legend Property Addresses Street Labels Jurisdiction FULL PURPOSE Jurisdictions Fill Jurisdiction FULL PURPOSE Zoning 1 Zoning Text 0 50 100 ft 10/15/2025 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the-ground survey. This product has been produced by the City of Austin for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. Notes SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs SFA Sonesta Austin – 709 Congress Ave front Entrance wood repairs 709 Congress Avenue - Brush Turner Hirshfeld
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Application for Certificates of Appropriateness December 3, 2025 PR-2025-144142 Rogers Washington Holy Cross Historic District 2406 East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard 5 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1957 contributing building. Architecture The property is a single story ranch house with a corner inset carport. There is a stone clad skirt around the perimeter of the front façade, with the remainder of the walls clad with horizontal wood siding. There are two sets of paired windows at the front, but it is not certain if the units are replacements. The roof is a shallow pitched side gable form. Design Standards 9.0 Demolition and Relocation 9.1: Do not demolish a contributing building unless the structure is a threat to the safety of the public and/or cannot reasonably be rehabilitated either structurally or economically. An building inspection report has been included with this demolition application. It indicates where there has been deterioration at the property after some years of neglect. However, questions remain as to whether these issues reach the point of structural failure and meet the level of threat to public safety as written into the district design standards. Staff Recommendation Postpone the application to the January 7, 2026 meeting. Location Map 5 – 2 Property Information Photos 5 – 3 Demolition application, 2025 5 – 4 Aerial imagery, 1958 (top), and 1965 (bottom): note the building at 2406 E Martin Luther King Blvd (then 19th St.) at the left of the block between Maple Ave. and Cedar Ave. in the 1958 image. Occupancy History City Directory Research, November 2025 1960 1959 Benjamin Leslie Armstrong, renter; laboratory worker at the State Department of Health Address not listed Historical Information 5 – 5 Meeting minutes of Austin City Council, January 13, 1944. Marker for Benjamin Leslie and Sallie Ann Armstrong, Evergreen Cemetery Permits 5 – 6 Water service permit, 1959. City records indicate a sewer permit from the same year but no image is available.
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Inspection Report Dmitry Dubrovsky Property Address: 2406 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Austin TX 78702 2406 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Princess Quality inspection John Garza Texas License #25098 505 E Stassney Lane unit 1616, Austin Texas 78745 PROPERTY INSPECTION REPORT FORM Dmitry Dubrovsky Name of Client 2406 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78702 Address of Inspected Property John Garza Name of Inspector 10/23/2025 Date of Inspection Texas License #25098 TREC License # Name of Sponsor (if applicable) TREC License # PURPOSE OF INSPECTION A real estate inspection is a visual survey of a structure and a basic performance evaluation of the systems and components of a building. It provides information regarding the general condition of a residence at the time the inspection was conducted. It is important that you carefully read ALL of this information. Ask the inspector to clarify any items or comments that are unclear. RESPONSIBILTY OF THE INSPECTOR This inspection is governed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) Standards of Practice (SOPs), which dictates the minimum requirements for a real estate inspection. The inspector IS required to: • use this Property Inspection Report form for the inspection; • • • inspect only those components and conditions that are present, visible, and accessible at the time of the inspection; indicate whether each item was inspected, not inspected, or not present; indicate an item as Deficient (D) if a condition exists that adversely and materially affects the performance of a system or component OR constitutes a hazard to life, limb or property as specified by the SOPs; and • explain the inspector’s findings in the corresponding section in the body of the report form. The inspector IS NOT required to: identify all potential hazards; turn on decommissioned equipment, systems, utilities, or apply an open flame or light a pilot to operate any appliance; • • • climb over obstacles, move furnishings or stored items; • prioritize or emphasize the importance of one deficiency over another; • provide follow-up services to verify that proper repairs have been made; or • inspect system or component listed under the optional section of the SOPs (22 TAC 535.233). RESPONSIBILTY OF THE CLIENT While items identified as Deficient (D) in an inspection report DO NOT obligate any party to make repairs or take other actions, in the event that any further evaluations are needed, it is the …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-103903 Old West Austin National Register Historic District 1513 Murray Lane 6 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1927 contributing building. Architecture Two-story stucco building with irregular roofline and fenestration. Its covered porch still displays Craftsman detailing, though the building has been altered. Research The house at 1513 Murray Lane, originally addressed as 1313 Murray Lane, was constructed around 1927. Though it was home to several prominent Austin businesspeople, including Edgar Perry, Jr. and Marjorie Wendlandt, most of its owners resided in the home for only a short time. Its longest-term owner-occupant, Mrs. Emilie Ebeling, was the daughter of New Braunfels mayor Adolph Giesecke. She moved to Austin after the death of her husband, Marble Falls banker and farmer Otto Ebeling. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate to low integrity. Significant alterations were constructed between 2008 and 2012. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a Craftsman bungalow but has been too altered to convey significance. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. Staff Recommendation Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, then relocation over demolition, but approve the demolition permit application upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. Demolition permits in National Register Historic Districts may not be pulled until the Historic Landmark Commission has reviewed plans for new construction. Location Map 6 – 2 Property Information Photos 6 – 3 6 – 4 6 – 5 6 – 6 Occupancy History City Directory Research, September 2025 Demolition permit application, 2025 1959 1952 1944 1941 …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-121780; GF-2025-125277 West Line National Register Historic District 1105 Maufrais Street 7 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1937 house. Architecture One-story house with inset entryway between two gabled wings with shallow eaves. The building is identical to several others on Maufrais St. built during the same time period. Research The house at 1105 Maufrais St. was built in 1937 for G. R. Ogletree, a lumber company who constructed several similar houses on Maufrais Street. Its first occupant was William A. Chanslor, an employee of the State Comptroller’s Department. It was soon sold by Chanslor and purchased by Jack P. and Lovie McKinney. Jack P. McKinney worked as a salesman. Most of the building’s owners throughout the period of significance sold the property after only a short occupancy. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the West Line National Register district. The 2025 Downtown Austin survey lists the property as contributing to a potential local historic district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria: a. Architecture. The building does not appear to convey architectural significance. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. Staff Recommendation Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, relocation, or deconstruction and salvage over demolition, but approve the demolition permit application upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. The Historic Landmark Commission must review plans for new construction in National Register districts before demolition permits may be pulled. Location Map 7 – 2 Property Information Photos 7 – 3 7 – 4 Demolition application, 2025 7 – 5 Occupancy History Downtown Austin Survey, H-H-M, Inc., 2024 Google Street View, …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3rd, 2025 HR-2025-135323 Congress Avenue National Register Historic District Congress Avenue between Cesar Chavez and 7th Street 8 – 1 Proposal Construct streetscape improvements within the Congress Avenue National Register District. Project Specifications The Congress Avenue Urban Design Initiative, led by Austin Transportation and Public Works, was identified as a major capital project in the 2020 mobility bond. The project includes: 1) Maintenance of existing trees and canopy and addition of select new trees where there are large gaps in tree canopy 2) Expansion of the sidewalk with granite pavers, with some concrete pavers above landscaping. Additional sidewalk widths are possible due to repurposing of angled parking. 3) Installation of Great Streets furnishings 4) Replacement of delineator posts with concrete barriers 5) Installation of terracotta bike lanes for multimodal streets 6) Removal of planters 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: Sites and streetscapes 1. Vegetation, topography, and landscaping 1.1 Do not grade, fill, or excavate unless it is to solve a drainage or flooding problem. The proposed project does not include grading, filling, or excavation. 1.2 Retain permanent landscape features that define the character of the property and the district. Protect them when constructing new buildings or additions. The proposed project does not remove permanent landscape features that define the character of the property. The portions of the right of way to be modified are not original to Congress Avenue and most existing street furniture is not of historic age. 1.3 Additional standard for historic landmarks: If the property had a grassy, open front lawn when constructed, maintain that context. Do not replace the lawn with paving or gravel. Not applicable. 2. Walls and fences Section not applicable 3. Mechanical equipment and site appurtenances Section not applicable 4. Accessibility Section not applicable 5. Sidewalks, driveways, and parking 5.1 Repair historic sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas with a matching design and materials. 8 – 2 The proposed project reworks existing sidewalks and streets; however, the existing materials do not appear to be of historic age following changes to the street during the 1980s and early 1990s. 5.2 Construct new sidewalks and driveways that are compatible …
LEGEND New Benches (per Great Streets Standards) New Trash & Recycling Bins (per Great Streets Standards) New Bike Racks (per Great Streets Standards) Existing Trees New Trees (These include replacement and “infill” trees. Infill trees are proposed to reduce extensive shade gaps.) New Planting Areas (These will provide increased soil volume to improve existing & new tree health, while also supporting possible landscaping.) New Amenity Zones (These will support cafes, retail displays, permanent & temporary public art, pop-up events, etc. Pervious pavers are used which allow stormwater run-off to filter down to planting soil below. ) C O N G R E S S A V E N U E IMPROVEMENTS AT 100 BLOCK - WEST NEW TREES NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Replacement Trees: 0 • Infill Trees: 3 • Bike Racks: 4 racks (8 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs IMPROVEMENTS AT 100 BLOCK - EAST NEW TREES NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Replacement Trees: 1 • Infill Trees: 0 • Bike Racks: 4 racks (8 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs IMPROVEMENTS AT 200 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 300 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 400 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 500 BLOCK - WEST IMPROVEMENTS AT 600 BLOCK - WEST Austin Light Rail guideway will cross Congress Ave at 3rd St & Lance Armstrong Bikeway will be relocated to 4th St as part of a separate project. Potential future improvements on E 6th St are currently being studied as part of a separate project. 0 10’ 20’ 40’ 60’ 80’ NEW TREES • Replacement Trees: 0* • Infill trees: 0 *Some trees on this block-face will be replaced under license agreements. NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Bike Racks: 6 racks (12 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs IMPROVEMENTS AT 200 BLOCK - EAST NEW TREES NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Replacement Trees: 0* • Bike Racks: 4 racks (8 spaces) • Infill Trees: 0 • Benches: 6 *Some trees on this block-face will be replaced under license agreements. • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs NEW TREES • Replacement Trees: 1 • Infill Trees: 0 NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Bike Racks: 6 racks (12 spaces) • Benches: 4 • Trash and Recycle Bins: 2 pairs NEW TREES • Replacement Trees: 1 • Infill Trees: 1 NEW STREET FURNISHINGS • Bike Racks: 6 racks (12 spaces) …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 PR-2025-142120; GF-2025-144821 Travis Heights-Fairview Park Historic District 1806 Drake Avenue 9 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1945 contributing building. Architecture This residence sits on the rear half of a subdivided lot originally extending from Brackenridge Street to Drake Avenue. It is a simple rectangle in form, with a moderately pitched, side gabled roof that has been re-clad with metal. There is a small brick chimney at the front elevation set to one side of the centered entryway door. This doorway is covered by a modest gable that is supported by two brackets. While the building is described in the National Register nomination as in the ranch style, the form is so simple it lacks many of the ypical horizontal details frequently found in similar houses. However, the walls are brick, which is uncommon in the district, though they are more common for housing found in the city built around the same time as 1806 Drake. Research In the first decade after its construction, the property cycled through owners every few years. The first owners appear to be Martin & Margaret Birdsong, who was employed by the Austin Police Department as a lieutenant. Subsequent owners were a plumber and a family associated with the United States Air Force, but none of these residents lived at the address for long. By the 1960s, multiple news articles report that a man names James Edward Wilson lived at the address. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a decent example of ranch-influenced infill development in the district. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The …
N 19° 37' 24" E 12.62' ' 0 0 . 7 4 E " 8 1 ' 0 0 ° 1 7 S N 70° 44' 37" W 2.16' N 19° 00' 49" E 37.37' 27.2' 9.9' ' 0 . 6 ' 2 . 0 1 13.4' ' 6 . 9 1 ' 3 . 7 1 7.0' ' 5 . 2 1 Y E V R O . 8 U R S C T N E A K C E S T R C D B A A A IS ' 0 9 . 4 4 W " 9 3 ' 9 5 ° 0 7 N 9.1' ' 6 . 2 ' 6 . 2 3.5' 21.0' 1/2" IRF BEARS S 89° 07' 46" W 0.66' S 19° 05' 56" W 50.00' LEGAL DESCRIPTION: BEING A PORTION OF BLOCK 12H, OF FAIRVIEW PARK, AN ADDITION TO TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 1, PAGE 46, PLAT RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, BEING ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED TO CONNIE LEAVERTON, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 2010139506, OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS, AND ALL THAT CERTAIN TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED TO CONNIE LEAVERTON, AS RECORDED IN INSTRUMENT NO. 2024028633, SAID OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED BY METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION ATTACHED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART THEREOF ON PAGE 2. SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATION: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT ON THIS DATE A SURVEY WAS …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Permits in National Register Historic Districts December 3, 2025 HR-2025-144182 Old West Austin Historic District 1608 Pease Road 10 – 1 Proposal Construct a residence at a property listed as noncontributing to the district. Project Specifications Construct a new residence on the site of a previously approved demolition of a 1976 duplex residential structure. Architecture The building currently located at this address was constructed in 1976, and is listed as noncontributing to the National Register district. The demolition application for this building was not presented to the Historic Landmark Commission. Design Standards The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location New construction features the same setback as the 1976 structure on site, which is roughly in keeping with the surrounding properties on the block and district. 2. Orientation The orientation faces the street, which is typical for the neighborhood. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed structure is two stories in height, similar to the existing house. While most immediate neighbors on this side of this street are a single story, most houses directly across the street are contributing, two story buildings. Massing also appears to be more appropriate to the neighborhood than the existing structure, which is largely set behind a double garage that projects toward the street. 4. Proportions As mentioned above, the proportions are in keeping with other two-story buildings on the block. 5. Design and style Design of the new residence is generally compatible, with material choices and proportions within reason. While the building is large, material changes and appropriately-scaled fenestration keep the building for looking out of scale. 6. Roofs The proposed front facing gable is not common amongst immediate neighbors in the area. However, there are numerous examples of a front gable in the district, and the roof pitch and shape is modest and simple. Metal roofing material is not common to contributing houses but will not look out of place due to alterations in the neighborhood. 7. Exterior walls Proposed cladding materials include brick, stucco, and vertically-oriented wood V-groove siding, all of which are appropriate for the district. 10 – 2 8. Windows and doors While many of the windows are large, they are spaced …
