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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness April 1, 2026 HR-2026-028338 Paramount Theater 713 Congress Avenue 8 – 1 Proposal Remove and replace a non-historic storefront system at the main entry of the theater lobby. Project Specifications 1) Remove the existing, glazed storefront, featuring three sets of double entry doors spread across the assembly. 2) Install a new, glazed storefront, with three sets of double doors located at the center of the assembly. The new storefront will include ADA-compatible features such as a push-paddle switch attached to a freestanding bollard. 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 at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Repair and alterations 1. General standards All material proposed to be removed is non-historic. Material is deteriorated from general use over time, and lacks certain accessibility requirements. The new assembly will be simple in style and will not be mistaken for original to the building. 4. Exterior walls and trim An existing, though not historic, stone sill may be used as a base for the new storefront. 5. Windows, doors, and screens Window glazing will be tempered glass and framing will be painted wood, and will appear similar to the storefront that is currently installed. 11. Commercial storefronts Clear glass is recommended to meet the design standards. Overall design is simple and has a standard three-part storefront assembly design, which reads as appropriate to the building. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. Department Comments This application will time out on June 15, 2026. Architectural Review Committee Feedback Historic Landmark Commission review authority only extends to the building exterior. However, doorways and glazing may be part of their review authority. Provide architectural drawings showing the doors centered on the building. Staff Recommendation Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness. Location Map 8 – 2