5.7 - 6301 Bluff Springs RD - Sebron Sneed - DBN Letter 8.2017 — original pdf

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City of Austin Founded by Congress, Republic of Texas, 1839 Historic Preservation Office Planning and Zoning Department One Texas Center, 505 Barton Springs Road P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767 Demolition by Neglect Sebron Sneed Mansion, 1801 Nelms Drive August 8, 2017 The Circle at Nelms, LLC 2207 W Parmer Lane Austin, Texas, 78727 SENT BY CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Re: Dear Sir or Madam: At the request of the Historic Landmark Commission, I am contacting you to discuss the demolition by neglect of the remains of the Sebron Sneed Mansion at 1801 Nelms Drive, which is owned by you. The Sebron Sneed Mansion is a city historic landmark. We are very concerned about the condition of this structure, which is in serious need of attention to prevent its continued deterioration. We are very gratified to see the new fencing and clean-up of the site, but we need to discuss a stabilization plan for the ruins to prevent their collapse. Please contact me as soon as possible to discuss plans for stabilization of the ruins, as I am due to make a report to the Historic Landmark Commission on August 28. I look forward to hearing from you. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to call or e-mail me. Sincerely, __________________________________ Steve Sadowsky Historic Preservation Officer City of Austin, Texas Steve.sadowsky@austintexas.gov