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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 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 Select materials for new construction that are the same as or similar to those found on contributing buildings existing in the district. 4. Exterior walls and trim In accordance with Design Guidelines and Sectary of Interior Standards, historic siding should be repaired rather than replaced where possible. Per the applicant, the siding requires replacement due to extensive wood rot. The replacement with a horizontal, smooth, Hardie board of a similar profile and width to the historic wood siding is appropriate if replacement must be done because repairs are not an option. 4.1 Repair, rather than replace, historic material, unless it is deteriorated beyond the point of stabilization or C.4 – 2 restoration. Replace only those portions of an exterior wall or trim that are deteriorated beyond repair, leaving the rest of the wall or trim intact. 4.2 When replacement or patching is required, use a compatible material that has a matching profile 4.6 Removal and replacement of exterior cladding and trim for additional insulation is discouraged but allowed in historic districts. The reinstalled cladding and trim should reflect the historic dimensions and location to the greatest degree possible. Wholesale replacement of wood siding without repairing is not in accordance with Design guidelines. 5. Windows, doors, and screens Standards in this section emphasize retaining intact historic windows and pursuing selective replacement only when necessary due to deterioration. Per the applicant, the windows merit replacement based on concerns for energy efficiency and lack of function. Per Design Guidelines, windows are often replaced out of concern for energy efficiency, however, equivalent energy can be saved—often with a better return on investment—by weather-stripping, sealing joints and cracks, installing more efficient heating and cooling equipment, insulating the roof, installing solar screens in existing frames, and adding interior storm windows. The design standards recommend making these high-impact, high-return improvements before replacing historic windows If the windows must be replaced the proposed window design is generally compatible with the character of the building and district. Minimal Traditional style buildings usually have true multi-pane and simple pane styles and the proposed replacement windows are maintaining this historical style with one exception. The replacement windows have their muntins or grilles between the glass. If window replacement must be done, Staff recommends window replacements with exterior grille or muntins as more historically appropriate in accordance with the recommended design guidelines: 5.1 Repair, rather than replace, historic windows, doors, and screens; and their trim, surrounds, sidelights, transoms, and shutters, unless they are deteriorated beyond the point of stabilization or restoration. Retain windows if 50% or more of the wood or metal sash members are intact. 5.3 If historic windows must be replaced, match the size and details of the existing window, including configuration, profile, and finish. Take into account elements such as frames, sashes, muntins, sills, heads, moldings, surrounds, hardware, and shutters a. If a window has divided lites, replacement windows must have true divided lites or simulated divided lites with dimensional muntins placed on the outside of the glass and corresponding spacers of an appropriate color, material, and thickness on the inside of the glass, so that the window appears to have true divided lites. b. Never use a replacement window with false muntins inserted inside the glass. 5.8 If a historic window or door is missing, replace it with a new unit based on documentation of the historic feature. If no documentation exists, use a new design compatible with the historic opening and the historic character of the building. 5.15 Do not replace historic windows; repair them except in cases of extreme damage or deterioration. Replace in- kind if necessary. Use transparent screen material for window screens on front and front side walls While the replacement windows are compatible in style, scale, and proportion, wholesale replacement without consideration of repair does not comply with the Design Standards. Summary The project does not meet the applicable standards due to the replacement of historic fabric rather than repair. Staff recommends repair of original wood fabric including windows and siding in accordance with Design Guidelines and Secretary of Interior Standards. If this is not possible, Staff recommends selecting window replacements with exterior dimensional grilles/muntins placed on the outside of the glass so the windows appear to have true divided lites. The property contributes to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register district. PROPERTY EVALUATION Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. C.4 – 3 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 Staff recommends comment and release of the application. LOCATION MAP C.4 – 4 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos C.4 – 5 Occupancy History City Directory Research, January 2022 No return Google Street View, 2019 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1937 1935 Charles G. and Vivian Puryear, owners Charles G. Puryear Contractor Charles G. and Vivian Puryear, owners Bradshaw & Puryear Charles G. and Vivian Puryear, owners Bradshaw & Puryear Girvin H. and Ethel M. Sanderson, owners Assistant professor University of Texas Girvin H. and Ethel M. Sanderson, owners Professor University of Texas Hurley and Alice E. Griffith, owners Griffith Wallpaper & Paint Co. Hurley and Alice E. Griffith, owners Manager Griffith Wallpaper & Paint Co. Dewey M. and Velma M. Knutson, owners Technician Medical & Surgery Clinic Vacant Address not listed Permits C.4 – 6 Water service permit, 1936 Sewer service permit, 1936 Building permit, 1979  C.4 – 7 Obituary for Charles Puryear, Owner circa 1952-1957