Jeff Harper & Mark Seeger 805 West 16th Street Austin, TX 78701 512.784.0013 July 23, 2025 City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission Planning Commission City Council Members RE: C14H-2025-0022 - 1701 San Gabriel St – Stedman-Graves House Historic Zoning Honorable Mayor, Councilmembers, and Commissioners: As our elected and appointed officials, we are encouraging your approval of the Historic Zoning application for the Stedman-Graves House located at 1701 San Gabriel St. in the Judges Hill Neighborhood, C14H-2025-0022. Research completed by the applicant demonstrates that: The structure is of a contributing nature architecturally and historically • • Several prominent Austinites have lived in the house • The house is located in one of Austin’s first neighborhoods The Graves homestead has been fortunate to have wonderful stewards. The current owners have preserved and restored the integrity of the structure. They have also been committed to sustaining the beautiful tree canopy and landscape that surrounds the home. The home was built by famed local Austin Architect and builder, Edwin C. Kreisle, also responsible for several other important Austin Landmarks including the Clubhouse at the Lions Municipal Golf Course. The current owners have graciously shared the Stedman- Graves House with the local community during annual 2025 Preservation Austin Homes tour and have demonstrated a commitment to historic preservation. Best regards, Mark Seeger & Jeff Harper, Owners The Historic Granger House and Perch A National, State and City Landmark Property
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H- HLC DATE: August 6, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Lisa Vela, Next Level Permits, LLC (commission-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 607 East 38th Street, Austin, TX 78705 ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-CO-NP to SF-3-H-CO-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Do not grant historic zoning, as the property does not meet two criteria for designation. Strongly encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse or relocation, then material salvage and reuse, but release the demolition permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Neighborhoods Council, CANPAC (Central Austin Neighborhood Plan Area Committee), Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Hancock Neighborhood Assn., Homeless Neighborhood Association, North Austin Neighborhood Alliance, Preservation Austin DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2019 Historic Resource Survey of North Loop, Hancock, and Upper Boggy Creek lists the house a medium priority. This survey does not give recommendations for landmark designation. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. Originally built as a side-by-side duplex in the Hancock neighborhood, the property at 607 E. 38th St. is one of the last remaining and most intact examples of this typology in this part of the city. It features wood frame construction clad with lapped teardrop siding with a narrow profile. While many earlier built properties in Hancock, as well as surrounding neighborhoods such as Hyde Park1, were subdivided to house additional tenants during the Great Depression, this house was purpose-built for two units. This is visually apparent by the two equally sized and prominent front doors at the corners of the building, each covered with a modest gable over their respective entries. The house is elevated …
DLR Group of North Carolina, P.C. a North Carolina corporation 1213 West Morehead Street, Suite 210 Charlotte, NC 28208 March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Assessment and Recommendations Existing Windows and Doors on Congress Avenue Elevation, 2nd and 3rd Floors Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 PART 1: CONDITION ASSESSMENT Areas of Condition Assessment: This report is to assess the condition of the double-hung windows and balcony doors at the second and third floors of the Congress Avenue elevation of the Paramount Theatre in Austin. Figure 1.1: Clip of original 1915 Paramount Theater plans with areas of assessment highlighted. 2 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 1.1 Assessment of Existing Double-hung windows, 2nd and 3rd floors: a) The double hung windows are very possibly original. b) The window glass was shown to be replaced in the 1980 Renovation plans. No other work to the windows was shown in those plans. c) The windows sills are the most degraded and show significant water and sun damage. d) The bottom stile and rails of the bottom sashes are in mediocre condition. e) The putty holding in the glass has previously failed and was not neatly tooled where re-applyed f) All counterweights are broken or removed; most windows are painted shut (only two still open, which are used to access the roof of the marquee). g) The windows are not air-tight and let in drafts of air and dust. h) Exposed lintels above the windows are freshly painted and rust-free. i) Maintenance has included scheduled repainting of the exterior and re-puttying glass as needed. Figure 1.2: .... 3 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 Figure 1.3: Areas of poor condition, exterior Figure 1.4: Interior view of existing windows 4 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 Figure 1.5: Window hardware overpainted; counterweight non-functional Figure 1.6: Windows painted shut; glazing putty untooled 5 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 1.2 Assessment of Existing Balcony Doors,. Pediments, & Transoms, 3rd floor 6 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 7 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 …
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Robyn Turner Historic Preservation Office Vote NO on demolition of 607 E 38th St Sunday, August 3, 2025 11:07:10 PM [You don't often get email from External Email - Exercise Caution Preservation Board: PLEASE urge the Landmark Commission NOT to approve the demolition permit for 607 E 38th St, a treasured home/duplex with historic roots that have meaning to neighbors and add character to our neighborhood. It should be left as is. VOTE NO on the permit to demolish this historic part of the Hancock Neighborhood and old Austin’s culture and memory. Yours truly, Robyn M Turner 721 Sparks Ave Austin, TX 78705 Hancock resident CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
Barbara Epstein 701 Texas Ave Austin TX 78705 - - 4 August 2025 Landmark Commission (by email) Re: Case No. PR-2025-041615 – 607 E. 38th St. Dear Sirs: This letter is written in in support of granting historic status to 607 E. 38th St. which you have already initiated, and to oppose a demolition permit because this property meets two of the five standards necessary for such historic designation: its unique design, built originally as a duplex in a Craftsman style and its architectural contribution to a gateway street to a largely intact period neighborhood. Even a modest home can be historic in design and contribute to the character of a street and an entire neighborhood. Sincerely, Barbara Epstein
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Scott Brown Historic Preservation Office 607 E 38th Street Tuesday, August 5, 2025 9:43:07 AM image001.png External Email - Exercise Caution To whom it may concern, I am writing again to urge the commission to deny the demolition permit request for 607 E 38th Street. Neighborhoods like Hancock are a vital link between Austin’s past and its future, and when wonderful original homes and duplexes are demolished we lose that connectivity to the city’s history. This duplex is in good shape, is attractive, and appropriate for the neighborhood. Please don’t let the owners tear it down and build who-knows-what. Thanks very much, Scott Brown 700 Texas Ave - Scott Brown President CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Ellen Justice Historic Preservation Office; HR 2025.075283 - 705 Brownlee Circle Tuesday, August 5, 2025 9:27:06 AM [You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important at / . / ] External Email - Exercise Caution Ellen Justice 802 Winflo Drive Austin, TX 78703 I have received the hearing notice only TODAY and the hearing is TOMORROW. I hope this email will establish that I OBJECT to the plans for 705 Brownlee Circle. Yes, we are a historic neighborhood, but more importantly we do not have the infrastructure to support such a large influx of residents. Even though we are near a bus line, it is very likely that this number of residents will put many more cars on our streets. No no no! Ellen Justice Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Tom Bray Historic Preservation Office HR 2025-075283 Tuesday, August 5, 2025 7:40:15 PM 1048-_326_Restrictive Covenant.pdf You don't often get email from External Email - Exercise Caution Sofia, My name is Tom Bray and I own and live in 707 Brownlee Cir, Austin, TX 78703. Last week during the OWANA zoning meeting we met with designer for 705 Brownlee David Webber and discussed the existing restrictive covenants for the property. I have attached a copy for your records. I am opposed to additional stories being added to the current 705 structure and suggest a postponement of the upcoming HLC hearing until the matter of the additional stories is legally resolved. Thank you, Tom Bray CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Renae Alsobrook, Mark Ashby, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Paula Hern, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington, Erika Tatum, Meghan Yancy August 5, 2025 RE: PR-2025-062597 Dear Chair Heimsath and Commissioners, The applicant for 705 Brownlee Circle met with OWANA’s Zoning Committee on Thursday, July 31st. During that meeting, we learned that the proposed project has changed from a triplex to a fourplex since its previous appearance before the Board of Adjustment in October 2024. Additionally, a nearby neighbor brought to our attention a Restrictive Covenant and subdivision plat (attached) that limits development on Lot 34 (705 Brownlee Circle) to one story in height. A nearby neighbor present at the meeting and others unable to attend expressed concerns about the scale and massing of the proposed four-unit, four-story structure, as well as the implications of the existing Restrictive Covenant. OWANA recommends that the applicant schedule a meeting with the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), as they have not yet presented this revised design in that setting. We also encourage the applicant to engage with nearby neighbors to address concerns about the Restrictive Covenant and clarify whether a multi-story building is permissible under its terms. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Steering Committee Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Lukes, Austin M Blockley Wagner, Sofia Re: 705 Brownlee Wednesday, August 6, 2025 11:20:25 AM Outlook-Logo__Desc.png Hello Ms. Blockley, Thank you for providing this statement, and we will have your comments added to the record for this case. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. Thank you, Austin Austin Lukes Planner Senior Planning Department, Historic Preservation Office 512-978-0766 austin.lukes@austintexas.gov From: . < . Sent: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 8:26 PM To: Lukes, Austin <Austin.Lukes@austintexas.gov> Subject: 705 Brownlee @ You don't often get email from . @ . External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Austin Lukes. I am adding my voice to those of my Brownlee neighbors Tom Bray and Kim Overton to ask for a delay in the HLC hearing concerning the proposed multistory construction sought by the owner of 705 Brownlee, and to express again (as I did in person at City Hall October 24, 2024) to this violation of the neighborhood covenant of 1951. Sincerely, Mary Blockley 702 Brownlee Circle (since 1992, when I bought it from Gladys Shearer) CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – 4:00PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item NOT on the agenda once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, use the QR code or the link on this agenda. For questions, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch Jaime Alvarez Harmony Grogan CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 2 Green Lanes Graves House Council District 10 Proposal: Rear second floor addition, new construction. Applicant: Norma Yancey 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: New signage at two facades of the hotel. Applicant: Marcos Crane 3. 4. 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Spandrel replacement and new windows at Brazos Street storefront. Applicant: Marcos Crane 713 Congress Ave. Paramount Theatre Heritage Grant Project Council District 9 Proposal: Balcony doors and windows above surface grade; requesting to preserve the doors and windows with minimal replacement. Applicant: Jonathan Humphrey, Austin Theatre Alliance 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 2512 & 2514 Wooldridge Dr. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Demolition of existing residence, new construction single-family residence with basement, outdoor living areas, porches. Applicant: CleanTag Permits 1210 W. 12th St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Total demolition of a contributing building. Applicant: Stephen Hawkins 705 Brownlee Cir. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: David Webber 200 N IH 35 Svrd SB. Palm Park Shelter House Council District 9 Proposal: Restore the original masonry and remove the existing roof, which will be replaced with a canopy. Applicant: Lincoln Davidson 1703 Alameda Dr. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Construct …
Historic Landmark Commission Applications under Review for July 2, 2025 Meeting This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, fill out the Microsoft Form. QR code and link at the bottom of this document. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. June 4, 2025 – Offered for consent approval BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on the Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey Presenter: Kim McKnight, Division Manager of the Historic Preservation Office Briefing on the Creative Reset for the Heritage Grant Program Presenter: Melissa Alvarado, Heritage Tourism Division Manager, Office of Art, Culture, Music and Entertainment PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0022 – 1701 San Gabriel St. Graves House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning (Postponed July 2, 2025) Applicant: Sean Reynolds City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 5. C14H-2025-0066 – 201-217 Red River St. Castleman-Bull/Trask House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 6. HR-2025-057874 – 600 Harthan St. Harthan Street Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolition Applicant: Jewels Cain City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 7. HR-2025-070716 – 515 E. Mary St. Mary Street Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rear addition Applicant: Jennifer Hanlen City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 8. HR-2025-071055 – 217 Red River St. Trask House Council District 9 Proposal: Relocation Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 9. HR-2025-071074 – 201 Red River St. Castleman-Bull House Council District 9 Proposal: Relocation Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 10. HR-2025-060692 – 4411 Avenue B. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Addition, two-story rear addition Applicant: Robert Howard City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 11. HR-2025-058287 – 1316 W. 6th St/607 Pressler St. Smoot House/Flower Hill Council District 9 Proposal: Rear addition Applicant: Natalie George City Staff: Kalan …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, July 2nd, 2025 – 6:00 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions Room 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMISSION MEMBERS: Ben Heimsath, (D-8) Chair Roxanne Evans (D-2), Vice Chair Jeffrey Acton (Mayor) Harrison Eppright (D-1) Kevin Koch (D-3) Judah Rice (D-4) Harmony Grogan (D-5) Carl Larosche (D-6) Jaime Alvarez (D-7) Bat Taniguchi (D-9) Trey McWhorter (D-10) CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on June 4, 2025. 1 BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on the Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey Presenter: Kim McKnight, Division Manager, Historic Preservation Office Briefing on the Creative Reset for the Heritage Grant Program Presenter: Melissa Alvarado, Heritage Tourism Division Manager, Office of Art, Culture, Music and Entertainment PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0022 – 1701 San Gabriel St. Graves House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Sean Reynolds City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant’s postponement request to August 6, 2025. 5. C14H-2025-0066 – 201 & 217 Red River St. Castleman-Bull/Trask House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the proposed zoning changes from CBD-H to CBD (Tract 1), CBD to CBD (Tracts 2 and 3), and CBD to CBD-H (Tract 4). Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 6. HR-2025-057874 – 600 Harthan St. Harthan Street Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Partially demolish and remodel a ca. 1930 building. Applicant: Jewels Cain City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 …
Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey Presentation to Historic Landmark Commission Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Historic Preservation Office Planning Department Project Sponsor HHM & Associates Preservation Consulting Firm Agenda • What are Historic Resource Surveys? • Survey Background & Methodology • Survey Recommendations • Frequently Asked Questions • Timeline & Next Steps • Future Survey Projects Historic Resource Surveys ▪ Document buildings, structures, and objects that are at least 50 years old ▪ Evaluate architectural character and historic associations ▪ Recommend eligibility for historic designations, including: – Local landmark zoning (H) – Local historic district zoning (HD) – Individual National Register listing – National Register historic district listing ▪ Are a foundational tool for historic preservation and should be updated every ten years 4 Historic Resource Surveys ▪ Support City HPO staff evaluating permit and designation applications ▪ Support property owners seeking historic designation ▪ Identify heritage tourist sites/districts and areas of importance to underrepresented communities 5 Survey Background & Methodology ▪ Downtown Austin was last surveyed in 1984 ▪ 1,964 resources on 1,553 parcels surveyed ▪ Boundaries: – Enfield Rd/ MLK Jr. Blvd (north) – IH-35 (east) – Lady Bird Lake (south) – MoPac (west) 6 MLK Jr. Blvd Enfield Rd MoPac IH-35 Lady Bird Lake Step 1: Fieldwork Preparation ▪ Data integrated into geospatial database as basemap: – Travis County Appraisal District – City of Austin historic zoning – National Register of Historic Places – Historic maps 8 Step 2: Field Survey ▪ Documented all resources constructed by 1975 ▪ Both primary and auxiliary resources documented ▪ Two photographs taken of each resource ▪ Architectural character and physical integrity recorded 9 Step 3: Post-Survey Processing 1. Compile all historic research findings, including occupancy history 2. Identify historical themes and trends 3. Evaluate eligibility for local and National Register designation 4. Assess potential historic district boundaries 10 Survey Recommendations Local Historic Districts Historic Landmarks within Local Historic Districts 19% 50% 50% 81% Surveyed resources within an eligible or listed local historic district Other resources Surveyed resources eligible for landmark designation 11 Sample of Resources Eligible for Historic Designation 12 Recommended Historic District Boundaries 13 Frequently Asked Questions Will this survey result in automatic zoning or tax changes? Will voluntary owner-initiated historic designation result in zoning or tax changes? No. The survey makes only advisory recommendations for historic resource eligibility. Designation at the local level adds H or HD to the …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2025-0066 HLC DATE: July 2, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Austin Convention Center (Kalpana Sutaria) HISTORIC NAME: Trask House and Castleman-Bull House WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 201-217 (201, 201 1/2, 205, 217) Red River Street and 603 E. 3rd Street ZONING CHANGE: CBD-H to CBD (Tract 1), CBD to CBD (Tracts 2 and 3), and CBD to CBD-H (Tract 4) COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Grant the proposed zoning changes from CBD-H to CBD (Tract 1), CBD to CBD (Tracts 2 and 3), and CBD to CBD-H (Tract 4). QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: The Castleman-Bull House is eligible for historic zoning under the criteria for architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: June 5, 2025 – Approve Resolution No. 20250605-022, directing staff to process the applications for rezoning of City Property, to recommend appropriate rezoning, and take necessary steps to ensure an efficient rezoning process to avoid unnecessary delay. CASE MANAGERS: Kalan Contreras (512-974-2727) and Marcelle Boudreaux (512-974-8094) NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Neighborhoods Council, City of Austin Downtown Commission, Downtown Austin Alliance, Downtown Austin Neighborhood Assn. (DANA), El Concilio Mexican American Neighborhoods, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Lower Waller Creek, Preservation Austin, Tejano Town, Waterloo Greenway DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness to relocate the Castleman- Bull House on the same property at 201 Red River Street (HR-2025-071074) and to relocate the Trask House and outbuildings from 217 Red River Street closer to their original site on Neches Street (HR-2025- 071055) will be reviewed at the July 2, 2025, Historic Landmark Commission public hearing. The rezoning application seeks to remove historic zoning from the Trask House lot so the historic structures therein may be relocated, stored, and replaced nearer to their original location at the corner of Red River and East Cesar Chavez Streets. The buildings’ footprints will then be zoned H per the attached MOU between the Historic Landmark Commission and Austin Convention Center. Interpretive material is proposed for the building’s new location. Should the Red River/East Cesar Chavez Street location prove infeasible, the building will be relocated to Pioneer Farms, where it will serve to educate visitors about early Austin’s buildings, development, and ways of life. The proposal also seeks to apply historic zoning to the Castleman-Bull House’s proposed location in preparation for the …
