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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness April 1, 2026 HR-2026-027548 Hyde Park Historic District 4010 Avenue B 11 – 1 Proposal Rehabilitate a contributing property and construct a single-family house in an adjacent vacant lot. Construct two garage structures at rear alley. Project Specifications 1) Repair and rehabilitate the existing house at 4010 Avenue B. 2) Construct a single-story rear addition behind the existing house, approximately 420 square feet in size. 3) Construct a two-story residence to one side of the existing house, currently an empty lot. Proposed design is similar in form to the existing and approximately 1700 square feet in size. 4) Construct two garage structures at the rear of the property behind the two houses, each approximately 528 square feet in footprint. These structures will be oriented to the rear alley, and no curb cuts are proposed at the Avenue B streetfront. Architecture The existing house, which is listed in city directories since at least 1900, is a two-story structure with an asymmetric appearance when viewed from the street. There is a front porch that occupies the left half of the front elevation, supported by wood posts. A front room projects toward the street at the right with a gabled roof above. The house is clad in horizontal wood siding and retains good integrity from the period. Alterations have been minor and appropriate to the original construction. Design Standards The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 1. General Standards 1.2. Retention of Historic Style Repair, rather than replacement, is proposed for materials at the property. No apparent alterations are to be made at the original house, with the exception of a rear addition minimally visible from the street and compatible to the overall design and style. 1.3. Avoidance of False Historicism As stated above, repair of the existing material will not attempt to alter the original appearance of the property. At the new construction to the side, the design is largely deferential to the historic and will not create the appearance of having been constructed at the same time. 3. Residential Standards: Single Family and Contributing Multifamily – Preservation and Restoration 3.1. Front of Houses Wood panel siding on the second floor is proposed to be replaced, though this was installed in the 1980s and not original to the building. A proposed shingle and appropriately sized horizontal siding system is appropriate to be installed in this highly visible location. 3.2. Doors and Doorways Doorways and hardware are to be repaired as needed. No new fixtures are to be installed without consultation with Historic Preservation Office staff. 3.3. Windows Non-historic metal frame windows are currently present on all sides of the building. These are to be removed and 11 – 2 replaced with wood clad infill, appropriate in size and in a compatible 2-over-2 design. As there is no evidence of the original design, the proposed appearance meets the design standards. 3.4. Porches Foundation piers are proposed to be stabilized, with reinforcing support targeted at the existing front porch. The porch roof, which is currently sagging, is to be reinforced and stabilized without altering the original design, size, or roof slope. 3.5. Roofs A new roof of composition shingle is proposed, along with a gutter system which is not currently present at the property. The material is compatible with the district standards and does not alter the roof pitch or shape. 4. Residential Standards: Additions to Contributing Single Family and Multi-Family Structures 4.1. Preservation of Historic Character Removal of historic material is minimized, especially in areas visible from the street. Form and style of the existing building is retained. 4.2. Location Ground floor addition is at the rear of the building and will not be visible from the street. It is deferential to the main building in size and meets the design standards. 4.4. Size and Scale of Additions Floor-to-ceiling heights at the addition nearly match the historic. No elevation of existing structures are proposed, and the addition fits in size and scale. 5. Residential Standards: New Construction of Single Family Structures 5.1. Massing, Scale, and Architectural Elements The massing and architecture of the proposed new construction are similar to other contributing properties on the street generally, and to the existing building on the property specifically. However, it is not too similarly designed that it creates a false sense of history. Architectural ornament is kept to a minimum to further avoid false historicism. 5.3. Porches Proposed front porch has a depth of 7 feet as required by the design standards. 5.4. Height New construction main floors will be raised to a height level with the existing house. 5.5. Roofs A front and rear gabled roof is proposed, similar to many contributing properties in the district. A shed roof dormer is proposed at one side, though this is within the larger roof structure and does not distract from the more compatible gables. 5.6. Entrances The main entry is from the main, street facing façade at the porch, as required by the design standards. 5.7. Exterior Wall Materials Cement board lap siding is proposed at all exterior walls, which is appropriate for the district. While similar in design to contributing resources, it is visually distinct enough to not read as original. 5.9. Garages The garage structure will be located at the rear alley of the property and is deferential to the main houses in scale and ornament. 5.10. Garage Apartments/Secondary Units Similar to the garage/storage structure described above, the garage/secondary unit structure will defer to the main residences in size and style. Per the standards, it is recommended that wood or wood appearing garage doors are selected in their locations. 5.11. Driveways Two small driveways are proposed from the rear alley to the garage and garage apartment structures. These will not be visible from the front elevation. 11 – 3 Summary The project meets the applicable standards. Department Comments This application will time out on June 15, 2026. Property Evaluation The property at 4010 Avenue B contributes to the Hyde Park Historic District. There is no structure currently on the lot for which new single-family construction is proposed. Architectural Review Committee Feedback At roofline, the form should be complimentary but distinct and able to be read as compatible infill. Construction of two garages on site should not pose an issue for meeting the district standards. Staff Recommendation Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness in concurrence with Architectural Review Committee feedback. Location Map 11 – 4 Property Information Photos 11 – 5 Permit application, 2026 Occupancy History City Directory Research, March 2026 11 – 6 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1935 1932 1929 1927 1924 1922 1920 1918 1916 1914 1912 1909 1906 1903 1897 Vacant Willie Terrell (widow of Faulkner), owner Same as above Faulkner & Willie Terrell, owners; building contractor Same as above, with Alton Terrell, mechanic Same as above Same as above Kenneth & Rosa Moore, owners; construction worker Ural & Dorothy Jordan, owners; taxi driver, with Lewis Kirkpatrick Jr., renter Mary Nunnelee (widow of Samuel), owner Same as above, with Edward Mitchell & Samuel Parker, renters Same as above Same as above Same as above Same as above Same as above Same as above Harry & Mary Nunnelee, owners; clerk at H&T Freight Depot Same as above Same as above Same as above Same as above Same as above, now a cotton buyer Address not listed Historical Information 11 – 7 The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); Austin, Tex.. 12 Mar 1936: 10. The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); Austin, Tex.. 06 Dec 1937: 1. 11 – 8 The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); Austin, Tex.. 06 Mar 1953: 14. Permits The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); Austin, Tex.. 10 Oct 1956: 10. Sewer service permit, 1913 11 – 9 Repair permit for fire damage, 1938 Water service permit, 1950 Remodel permit, 1979