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Application for Tax Abatement for Rehabilitation of Property in a Local Historic District Adopted December 2012, Revised June 2026 Historic Preservation Office preservation@austintexas.gov | (512) 974-1446 austintexas.gov/department/historicpreservation Local Historic District Tax Abatement Overview City property tax abatements are available for eligible rehabilitation or restoration projects on contributing and potentially contributing properties in locally designated historic districts. The program abates 100% of the City property taxes assessed on the added value of a property that results from the rehabilitation or restoration project for a designated number of years. The minimum expenditure, abatement duration, and frequency of use depend on the property type, ownership, and where the property is located. At least 5% of expenditures must be spent on exterior improvements, which must comply with applicable historic design standards. Abatement Available by Property Type Property Type and Location** Ownership Residential Owner- occupied Residential located within Revitalization Area Owner- occupied Commercial Commercial located within Revitalization Area Income- producing property Income- producing property Required Minimum Expenditure * Equal to 25% of pre-rehabilitation value of structure Equal to 10% of pre-rehabilitation value of structure Equal to 40% of pre–rehabilitation value of structure Equal to 30% of pre-rehabilitation value of structure Duration of Abatement^ 7 years How Frequently Abatement May Be Granted Once every 10 years 10 years Once every 15 years 10 years Once every 15 years 10 years Once every 15 years *Pre-rehabilitation value means the most recent property appraisal by the Travis Central Appraisal District before the Part 1 abatement application is submitted. **The Revitalization Area is bounded by Interstate 35 on the west, Riverside Drive and Highway 71 on the south, Highway 183 on the east, and Manor Road on the north. ^ The tax abatement goes into effect the first day of the first tax year after verification is approved. 2 Application Process The program involves a two-step application process that requires approval by the Historic Landmark Commission and the Historic Preservation Office, as well as an annual application to the Travis Central Appraisal District for the duration of the abatement. Approval of Part 1 is required prior to starting any work. Part 1 – Application for Certification of Eligibility Upon submission of a complete application for Certificate of Eligibility (p. 8-13), the case will be placed on the next available Historic Landmark Commission agenda for review. The application must include a historic review application for a Certificate of Appropriateness. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the Commission for action. Part 2 – Verification of Completed Work and Review of Expenditures Upon completion of the work, issuance of a certificate of occupancy, and submission of the Application for Verification (p. 14-20), the Historic Preservation Officer will inspect the property to ensure the work complies with the approved Certificate of Eligibility and Certificate of Appropriateness. The Historic Preservation Officer will also review the record of expenditures and receipts to determine the eligibility of all expenditures. If the verification is approved by the Historic Preservation Officer, a Certificate of Verification will be issued to the property owner and forwarded to the Travis Central Appraisal District. A certificate of occupancy must be obtained within two (2) years after the date the Certificate of Eligibility is approved. Annual Application to Travis Central Appraisal District The tax abatement goes into effect the first day of the first tax year after verification is approved. Property owners must submit an annual request to the Travis Central Appraisal District (TCAD) for the entire duration of the abatement to receive the benefit. 3 Eligible Expenses Per 11-1-63 (6) of City Code, only work for which a Certificate of Appropriateness or City permit is required is included in determining whether the proposed work meets the required minimum expenditures. Eligible Expenses • Labor/materials related to eligible costs • Demolition related to eligible costs or to remove non-historic exterior additions and features • Repair, restoration, or replacement of historic façade and landscape features, including reconstruction of missing features • Exterior masonry and siding repair • Roofing • Foundation • Structural repairs • Gutters • Windows, including permanent weatherization measures • Exterior doors and permanent weatherization measures • Permanent HVAC and air quality systems • Permanent electrical, plumbing, and gas systems • Escalators and elevators • Fire escapes • Sprinkler/fire suppression systems • Security systems requiring installation permits • Interior partitions, ceilings, and/or floors requiring installation permits • Signage • Solar panels and other long-term sustainability improvements • Exterior paint • Exterior and interior ramps • Exterior handrails • Exterior lifts • Changes to make the exterior grade and/or existing sidewalks accessible • Repair of existing sidewalks • Widening secondary exterior doorways • Widening interior doorways • Sales tax for eligible expenses • Tub-to-shower conversions, except shower tiling • Other plumbing work to enhance accessibility, including lowering sinks and replacing toilets • Abatement of hazardous materials • Above listed work on outbuildings deemed contributing structures Ineligible Expenses • Light fixtures • Interior finish work, e.g., painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, and countertops • Appliances • Furniture • Window treatments other than permanent weatherization measures • Construction of or repair to decks and patios not original to building • Demolition costs related to removal of contributing buildings or structures • Construction of new buildings or additions • Non-historic landscape features, e.g., retaining walls, fencing, paving, planters, vegetation, paths, or sidewalks, unless the changes are for accessibility purposes (see Eligible Expenses list) • Parking lot construction or expansion • Architectural and engineering fees • Building permit, variance, zoning, or platting application fees • Feasibility studies 4 Ineligible Expenses (con’t) • Financing fees • Leasing expenses • Storm sewer costs • Legal and accounting fees • Purchase or repair of construction tools and equipment • Taxes, except sales tax for eligible expenses 5 Frequently Asked Questions 1. How do I know if my property is in a local historic district? Properties in local historic districts have an “HD” in their zoning classification (e.g., SF-3- HD-NP). You can find your property’s zoning classification by searching for the property address on the City of Austin Property Profile ( https://maps.austintexas.gov/PropertyProfile/), or visiting the Historic Preservation Office website ( https://www.austintexas.gov/planning/historic-preservation). 2. What is a contributing property? Historic districts are comprised of two types of properties, contributing and noncontributing. Broadly defined, a contributing property is a structure built during the district’s period of significance that adds to the historical integrity or architectural qualities that make the district significant. Properties are classified as contributing or noncontributing as part of the process of adopting the local historic district combining district. You can find out if your property is a contributing building by visiting the Historic Preservation Office website, emailing preservation@austintexas.gov, or calling 512-974- 3393. 3. If my property is not a contributing building, am I eligible to receive the tax abatement? Yes, if your property is at least 50 years old and would be contributing to the district if not for non-historic alterations. If the proposed project removes the non-historic architectural features or restores original features and brings your property to contributing status for the district, and the project meets other requirements of the program, you may be eligible to receive the tax abatement. If you are unsure if your property meets these criteria, please contact the Historic Preservation Office. 4. What guidelines are used to determine if the work I propose is appropriate? All work must comply with the applicable historic design standards and be approved by the Historic Landmark Commission. Historic design standards can be found on the Historic Preservation Office website. 5. Do I need to do anything further after the Certificate of Verification is approved and rehabilitation work is completed? Yes, you must submit an application to the Travis Central Appraisal District to receive the abatement every year for the duration of the abatement. 6. If I sell my property, can the new owner receive the abatement? Yes, the abatement may be received by new owners within its duration. 6 7. What if I have already started my rehabilitation work or completed work prior to submitting my application? Abatements cannot be applied to expenditures made prior to approval of the Certificate of Eligibility. 8. Can I appeal a denial of the Certification of Eligibility or Certificate of Verification? If the Historic Landmark Commission determines your project is not eligible for an abatement, you may appeal the decision to the Planning Commission. To appeal, you must file a written request with the Historic Preservation Office not later than the 31st day after the date written notice of the decision is provided to you. On appeal, the Planning Commission shall consider only whether the Historic Landmark Commission erred in determining your project not eligible for the abatement under City Code of Ordinances Section 11-1-63. 7 Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part 1 - Application for Certificate of Eligibility Application Checklist ______ Completed Application for Certificate of Eligibility signed by owner, including estimate of expenditures ______ Completed historic review application for Certificate of Appropriateness signed by owner ______ Proof of pre-rehabilitation value from the Travis Central Appraisal District ______ Signed authorization for City Officials to inspect the property, and affidavit stating all property taxes are current and no city fees, fines, or penalties are owed on property owned by a business association in which the applicant has an ownership interest ______ Current tax certificate providing proof that no property taxes or City fees, fines, or penalties are delinquent on the property ______ Proforma and development budget, if the estimated value of the abatement is over $100,000 ______ Letter of intent from a financial institution or potential investors, if applicable 8 XXN/AN/AXXX Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part 1 - Application for Certificate of Eligibility Property Information Property Address: __________________________________________________________________ Name of Local Historic District:______________________________________________________ (Circle one) Contributing property Noncontributing property Legal Description of Property: _______________________________________________________ Tax Parcel ID Number:____________________________________________________________ Applicant/Project Contact Name:_________________________________________ Telephone: (____) _________________ Mailing Address:________________________________ Mobile phone: (____)_______________ City:___________________ State: ____ Zip:__________ Email: __________________________ Owner Name:_________________________________________ Telephone: (____) _________________ Mailing Address:_________________________________ Mobile phone: (____) ______________ City:___________________ State: ____ Zip:__________ Email: __________________________ Project Information Proposed scope of work: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ Projected construction schedule:____________________________________________________ Has the property received any other property tax relief under § 11.24 (Historic Sites) of the Texas Tax Code? If yes, please describe the tax relief and duration: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ 9 4412 Avenue B, Austin, TX 78751Hyde Park Historic DistrictLOT 28-32 BLK 8 HYDE PARK ADDN NO 102210508070000Tere O'Connell, AIA512751-13743908 Avenue B., Room 309512751-1374AustinTX78751tere@ocpreservation.comRebecca Cavanaugh512789-83624910 Duval Street512789-8362AustinTX78751beckycava@gmail.comPlease see additional page outlining proposed scope of work.July 2026 - May 2028N/A Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part 1 - Application for Certificate of Eligibility Describe all City Code violations, if any, on the property within the previous five years: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ (Application continues on following page) For Historic Preservation Office use only: ____ Property is not a contributing or potentially contributing structure ____ Certificate of Eligibility approved by Historic Landmark Commission ____ Certificate of Eligibility not approved by Historic Landmark Commission _____________________________________________________________ Historic Preservation Officer ________________ Date 10 N/A Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part 1 - Application for Certificate of Eligibility Estimate of Expenditures Property Address: Proposed Scope of Work Estimated Cost Total: Pre-rehabilitation/restoration value of property: % of value being spent on rehabilitation/restoration: % of total estimated costs being spent on exterior work: Attach additional pages if needed. 11 Roof and guttersFoundationHVACElectricalPlumbingExterior PaintFloorsDemolitionSiding and trim repairTileWindow repair$1,112,351.00$125,000.00$ 78,000.00$ 115,000.00$ 85,000.00$ 70,000.00$ 40,000.00$ 78,700.00$ 96,000.00$ 50,000.00$ 70,000.00$ 87,000.00$ 894,700.0080%58% Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part 1 - Application for Certificate of Eligibility THE STATE OF Texas - - - - - - § COUNTY OF Travis - - - - - - Statement of Understanding, Authorization for Inspection of Property, and Affidavit Regarding Taxes, Fees, Fines, and Penalties Property Address: 4412 Avenue B, Austin, TX 78751 Owner Name: Rebecca Cavanaugh I am over 18 years of age and am competent to sign this Affidavit. I am the owner of the property identified above. I am seeking a tax abatement for the property identified above. I certify that the information in the application for a tax abatement, including all supporting documentation, is complete and correct. I authorize city officials to visit and inspect the pto~erty as_ necessary to certify eligibility and verification for a tax abatement. \ I acknowledge that I have rea~_and understand the pr~~ram requirements, and that I will not receive an abatement until all pro~ram requirements have been met and I have obtained a certificate of verification from the City of Austin. / I understand that all rehabii.itation work must be completed within 2 years after the date of the issuance of a Certirk:sitr• of Eligibility and Certificate of Appropriateness. If the deadline for completion is subsequontly extend-eaby the Historic Landmark Commission all rehabilitation work must be completed by the extended time specified. I understand that penalties may apply if I do not complete the work as proposed and approved by the Historic Landmark Commission. I affirm that improvements will comply with the applicable historic design standards. I understand that I must make an application to Travis Central Appraisal District each year in order to receive the abatement for that year, and that if I do not make the application in time, I will lose the ability to receive a tax abatement for that year. (Statement continues on following page) 12 Local Historic District Tax Abatement Part 1 - Application for Certificate of Ellgiblli.ty All property taxes are current, and no City of Austin fees, fines or penalties are owed, on the property or any property owned by a business association in which I have an ownership interest. I declare under penalty of perjury that the statements above are true and correct. f) 1 . - . C -- . r-7, ~ ... . I 7 , / b -~ ~ Signature_;_~ _____ ___;::;.._~ Owner/Applicant ____ ___,,,_:.+------- Date Subscribed and sworn to before me, by the said Re'ee.Ccl2\ I,. CO.\JCAY'a.Q?in the \~ day of AD\~ , this , 201.Jp, to certify which witness my hand and seal of office. ,,,,,~~'',, WENDY BANUELOS ,, ~~- /J. ,, /I/~--,~~ MY COMMISSION EXPIRES • ,.- • -•1 /~f FEBRUARY 27, 2028 ~•}._ • ',,;:,if::t>' NOTARY ID: 134784697 1 I ~~ Notary Public, State of _-__.\...,.~_Xv\S~=------- My commission expires fe,~YIAY\j ~1' 1 ?£flZ 13 PID 217994 | 4412 AVENUE B Property Summary Report | 2026 Online Services | Travis Central Appraisal District GENERAL INFO ACCOUNT Property ID: Geographic ID: Type: Zoning: Agent: Legal Description: Property Use: LOCATION Address: 217994 0221050807 R NCCD-NP OWNER Name: CAVANAUGH REBECCA & Secondary Name: RANDOLPH SEYBOLD Mailing Address: 4412 AVENUE B AUSTIN TX 78751-3614 LOT 28-32 BLK 8 HYDE PARK ADDN NO 1 4412 AVENUE B, AUSTIN TX 78751 Owner ID: % Ownership: Exemptions: 2067198 100.000000 Market Area: Market Area CD: Map ID: Z6500 021801 PROTEST Protest Status: Informal Date: Formal Date: VALUES CURRENT VALUES Land Homesite: Land Non-Homesite: Special Use Land Market: Total Land: Improvement Homesite: Improvement Non-Homesite: Total Improvement: Market: Special Use Exclusion (-): Appraised: Value Limitation Adjustment (-): Net Appraised: VALUE HISTORY VALUE HISTORY $654,261 $0 $0 $654,261 $335,663 $122,427 $458,090 $1,112,351 $0 $1,112,351 $0 $1,112,351 Year 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 Land Market Improvement Special Use Exclusion Appraised Value Limitation Adj (-) Net Appraised $654,261 $902,638 $880,000 $880,000 $880,000 $458,090 $156,877 $197,159 $359,527 $506,430 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $1,112,351 $1,059,515 $1,077,159 $1,239,527 $1,386,430 $0 $0 $0 $198,550 $399,235 $1,112,351 $1,059,515 $1,077,159 $1,040,977 $987,195 Page 1 of 3 Effective Date of Appraisal: January 1 Date Printed: April 09, 2026 Powered By: <True Prodigy> TAXING UNITS Unit Description 01 02 03 0A 2J 68 AUSTIN ISD CITY OF AUSTIN TRAVIS COUNTY TRAVIS CENTRAL APP DIST TRAVIS COUNTY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT AUSTIN COMM COLL DIST Tax Rate 0.925200 0.524017 0.375845 0.000000 0.118023 0.103400 Net Appraised Taxable Value $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 $1,112,351 DO NOT PAY FROM THIS ESTIMATE. This is only an estimate provided for informational purposes and may not include any special assessments that may also be collected. Please contact the tax office for actual amounts. IMPROVEMENT Improvement #1: State Code: A1 1 FAM DWELLING Description: Improvement Value: $335,663 Main Area: Gross Building Area: 3,340 3,784 Type Description Class CD Exterior Wall Number of Units EFF Year Built 1ST 2ND 522 011 012 011 251 1st Floor 2nd Floor FIREPLACE PORCH OPEN 1ST F PORCH OPEN 2ND F PORCH OPEN 1ST F BATHROOM Improvement Features R5 R5 R5 R5 R5 R5 R5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 Year 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 1900 SQFT 1,670 1,670 2 210 210 20 2 2ND Grade Factor: P, Floor Factor: 2ND, Shape Factor: I 1ST Roof Style: GABLE, Floor Factor: 1ST, Grade Factor: P, Roof Covering: METAL, Foundation: PIER AND BEAM, Shape Factor: I Improvement #2: State Code: A1 1 FAM DWELLING Description: 1 FAM DWELLING Improvement Value: $122,427 Main Area: Gross Building Area: 1,056 1,266 Type Description Class CD Exterior Wall Number of Units EFF Year Built 1ST 581 571 251 1st Floor STORAGE ATT STORAGE DET BATHROOM Improvement Features R6 R6 R6 R6 0 0 1 0 1962 1962 1962 1962 Year 1962 1962 1962 1962 SQFT 1,056 207 1 2 1ST Roof Style: GABLE, Floor Factor: 1ST, Grade Factor: P, Shape Factor: R, Roof Covering: COMPOSITION SHINGLE, Foundation: PIER AND BEAM LAND Land LAND Description Land DEED HISTORY Acres 0.3727 SQFT Cost per SQFT Market Value Special Use Value 16,234.81 $40.30 $654,261 $0 Page 2 of 3 Effective Date of Appraisal: January 1 Date Printed: April 09, 2026 Powered By: <True Prodigy> Deed Date Type Description Grantor/Seller Grantee/Buyer Book ID Volume Page Instrument 2/6/26 6/7/25 WD MS 12/22/00 WC 12/22/00 DC 12/22/00 WC 8/30/58 WD WARRANTY DEED MISCELLANE OUS WILL TO OTHER THAN DEATH CERTIFICATIO WILL TO OTHER THAN WARRANTY DEED MILLER CAROLYN WOODS VIRGINIA CAVANAUGH REBECCA & MILLER CAROLYN 2026012996 2025006019 STURDIVANT FREDDIE BIBB & WOODS VIRGINIA 00000 00000 STURDIVANT FREDDIE BIBB & WOODS VIRGINIA STURDIVANT FREDDIE BIBB & STURDIVANT FREDDIE BIBB & 00000 00000 00000 00000 01958 00238 Page 3 of 3 Effective Date of Appraisal: January 1 Date Printed: April 09, 2026 Powered By: <True Prodigy>