23.3 - 1116 W 6th St - OWANA support letter — original pdf

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Steering Committee Members: Christopher Hurst AIA, Chair Paula Hern, Meghan Yancy, Claudette Kazzoun, Rob Kish, Steve Amos, Germaine Curry, Margaret Sullivan, William Osborn, David Schofman, Shawn Shillington, Erika Tatum September 18, 2024 Re: 2024-114445 HR – 1116 W 6th Street Dear Chair Heimsath and HLC Commissioners, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) fully supports the request for approval of the deconstruction and reconstruction of the structure at 1116 W. 6th Street as a modification of the 2022 HLC approval. The Zoning Committee has met with the applicant along with the brick and construction specialist that investigated the condition of the existing façade and agree that restoration over preservation will be required in this situation. The applicant has agreed to amend the Restrictive Covenant between OWANA and the applicant with the following conditions. • Maintain the integration of the existing building form into the overall project in its current location and physical design. and 3D scanning). • Survey and document the existing structure (photos, construction details, physical measurements, • Deconstruction and storage of salvageable existing material. Salvageable materials will be reconstructed in a manner that matches the original façade as closely as possible. Any materials that need to be replaced will be in kind and match the existing material. • Original Brick. Use only original, salvaged bricks to rebuild the front facade. • Ornament, Etc. Salvage and reuse as much as possible the unique ornament, coping stones, canopy metalwork, etc. There are portions of the canopy structure that are either unstable or structurally unsound to be reused • Preservation Architect. Hire a preservation architect to consult on the restoration. Please approve the request for approval of the deconstruction and reconstruction of the structure at 1116 W. 6th Street. The applicant has made every effort to ensure the Sixth & Blanco project fits into our historic neighborhood. The OWANA neighborhood is excited about this notable project moving forward and construction getting started soon. Sincerely, Christopher Hurst, AIA OWANA Steering Committee Chair