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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS OCTOBER 25, 2021 HR-21-143509 OLD WEST AUSTIN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 1409 WOODLAWN BOULEVARD C.8 – 1 PROPOSAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct an addition and enclose porches. Add a dormer to the Woodlawn Boulevard façade. 1) Enclose porch at Woodlawn Boulevard façade and add dormer above. The enclosure will be clad in siding with 1:1 windows added to match existing; the dormer’s roof pitch and gable will match the two existing dormers. 2) Enclose rear porch and construct a connecting addition. The proposed addition is one story in height, with a low-sloped roof and fixed-pane windows at the former porch. The remainder is clad in siding with 1:1 windows to match existing on the rest of the house. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH DESIGN STANDARDS One-story side-gabled house with partial-width porch, limestone cladding, rubble masonry chimney, and front-facing dormers. The house has 1:1 replacement windows and added porches at the Woodlawn façade. The house at 1409 Woodlawn Boulevard was built around 1937 for the Melinger family. Julia Melinger, widow of Samuel Melinger, lived in the home until at least 1964. Her two sons, Jesse and Alfred, also lived in the home with their families at varying intervals. Jesse and Phyllis Melinger, who owned and operated a jewelry store, were long-term residents. Phyllis Melinger was active in the Sisterhood of Beth Israel Temple and participated on various committees for activities benefiting the congregation during her tenure in the home. The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Repair and alterations 1. General standards The proposed project removes minimal historic fabric. Existing elements, such as masonry cladding and roof railings, will be repaired. The building’s main entrance will be located on Woodlawn Boulevard instead of Enfield Road. 3. Roofs The proposed roof repair will match the existing asphalt shingle roof. The additional proposed dormer will be located between the two existing dormers and behind an existing railing; it will not be tall enough to include a window. 6. Porches The proposed project fully encloses both porches. The Enfield Road façade will be encased in wood, while the Woodlawn Boulevard addition’s sunroom will be enclosed with glass. Residential additions 1. Location The proposed addition is located at the Woodlawn Boulevard elevation, which will become the main elevation of the house. It will be connected to an existing non-original exterior porch. 2. Scale, massing, and height The proposed addition is one story, with a flat roof. While it is minimally visible from the original main elevation at Enfield Road, it is visible at the functional entrance on Woodlawn Boulevard. 3. Design and style The proposed addition appears differentiated from the historic portion of the house by its flat roofline, siding, and extensive C.8 – 2 glazing at the sunroom. It is somewhat compatible from the Enfield Road elevation. The proposed porch enclosure at the Enfield elevation is less compatible. 4. Roofs The proposed flat roofline is mostly compatible, as it serves to de-emphasize the addition and differentiate it from the historic building. The asphalt shingles are appropriate, as they match the existing roof. 5. Exterior walls The proposed cladding is somewhat appropriate, as other contributing buildings in the area feature siding as a primary exterior material. It is differentiated from the historic-age stone cladding. However, the design standards discourage the use of solid cladding for a porch enclosure. 6. Windows, screens, and doors The proposed 1:1 windows are compatible with the existing fenestration. The proposed fixed windows at the sunroom are less compatible as a main elevation element. Summary The project meets some of the applicable standards. 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 moderate to low integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria: 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 Comment on and release the plans, encouraging the applicant to retain the porch at the Enfield Road façade. LOCATION MAP C.8 – 3 C.8 – 4 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos Woodlawn Boulevard entrance Occupancy History Note: property is addressed as 1625 Enfield Road in city directories. Enfield Road view Source: Google Street View, 2021 1959 1952 1949 1947 Julia Melinger, owner (wid. Samuel) Jesse and Phyllis Melinger, owners Melinger’s Jewelry, 621 Congress Ave. Julia Melinger (wid. Sam) Jesse and Phyllis Melinger, owners Melinger’s Jewelry Julia Melinger (wid. Sam) Jesse and Phyllis Melinger, owners Ravey’s Jewelry Julia Melinger (wid. Sam) Alf and Helen Melinger C.8 – 5 1944 1941 1939 1937 Editor, The Austin Shopper Jesse and Phyllis Melinger, owners US Army Julia Melinger (wid. Sam) Julia Melinger, owner (wid. Samuel) Jesse Melinger, renter Manager, Varsity Theater Julia Melinger, owner (wid. Samuel) Jesse Melinger Alfred Melinger, owner Jesse Melinger, renter Salesman, KNOW radio station Julia Melinger (wid. Samuel) Biographical Information The Austin American (1914-1973); Jun 29, 1941 C.8 – 6 The Austin American (1914-1973); Sep 26, 1948 The Austin American (1914-1973); Feb 1, 1953 C.8 – 7 Permits The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); Oct 13, 1964 Sewer Service Permit, 1935 Building Permit, 1941