HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS OCTOBER 5, 2022 PR-2022-123716 ROBERTSON-STUART MAIR 606 E. 3RD ST. 7.0 – 1 PROPOSAL ARCHITECTURE Relocation of a circa 1880 single-family residential structure into a local historic district. 606 E. 3rd street is a circa 1880 dwelling of second empire style influences with a double-pile plan, and rear addition. There is the creation of a faux, centered wing, a common subtype of the second empire style, by the upper dormer and projecting porch below. The porch has a modest decorative spindle frieze with beads. The structure has a wood exterior with a wood- shingled straight mansard roof shape. Second empire is a rare style in the Southern states. Second Empire styling was particularly adapted for townhomes for it provided an upper floor behind the steep roof line, and made the structure appear less massive than most other styles with comparable space. The boxy roof line was considered particularly functional because it permitted a full upper story of usable living area or attic space. The second story and rear addition was added between 1880 and 1935, as indicated by the Sanborn maps. Second Empire was popular for a relatively short time from approximately 1855-1885, so it is likely the second story addition was constructed not long after the 1894 Sanborn map. Research indicates this structure continuously served two families or less but does not indicate a framed separation wall typically found with separate entrances. RESEARCH The property was previously approved for relocation across the street only in 2019. Such a relocation would have helped retain the structure’s original neighborhood context as opposed to a move outside its original neighborhood or demolition. There does not appear to be any specific historical figures associated with the structure, but rather this dwelling is a rare surviving in situ example of middle-lower income historic housing from the nineteenth century in Austin. It provides insight into the changing patterns of Austin’s history as an example of the housing style, type, location, and conditions of middle- lower income Austinites. 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 in the Robertson-Stuart Mair locally designated historic district that has adopted the Historic Design Standards. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 1. General standards Relocation of this structure into the Robertson-Stuart …
Total Proposed Building Cover: Total Proposed Impervious Cover: 3,620 s.f. (31%) 5,361 s.f. (46%) PROVIDED PARKING: 4 SPACES IN DRIVEWAYS Existing 21'-1" driveway apron SITE INFORMATION MF-2-HD-NP SITE ADDRESS: 1005 Lydia Street and 1002 Wheeless Street, Austin, TX 78702 Lots #16, #17, Block 4, Stuart and Mairs, a LEGAL DESCRIPTION: subdivision recorded in the plat records of Travis County, Texas. Vol. W, Page #230 ZONING: NEIGHBORHOOD: Central East Austin HISTORIC DISTRICT: Robertson/Stuart and Mair Historic District LAND USE: Multi-Family Scope Of Work: Relocate an existing, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, Two story single-family residence of approximately 1,233 s.f. to an existing MF-2 zoned site with two existing duplexes. Project is 100% affordable, and will utilize relief from Affordability Unlocked to allow 5th living unit. CONSTRUCTION TYPE: V-B Non-fire rated, wood frame, on piers. SITE AREA: 11,643 s.f. NOTE: Areas are measured to the outside of finished surface per C.O.A. Requirements for Building Coverage and FAR. Existing Building Cover: Existing Paving Area: 2,689 s.f. 1,696 s.f. New Lower Floor Relocated House: New Second Floor Relocated House: Total Heated and Cooled: New Front Porch: New Back Porch: Total New Impervious Cover: Total New Limits of Construction: Existing A/C pads: New A/C Pad: 812 s.f. 421 s.f. 1,233 s.f. 78 s.f. 41 s.f. 931 s.f. 1,753 s.f. 36 s.f. 9 s.f. GENERAL NOTES 1. THESE DRAWINGS ARE BASED UPON THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, AND THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MEETING ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THIS CODE. THIS INCLUDES ALL LOCAL AMENDMENTS PER THE CITY OF AUSTIN. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE ARCHITECT IMMEDIATELY WITH ANY DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND CODE REQUIREMENTS OR DRAWINGS AND MANUFACTURERS' INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CLARIFICATION. THESE DRAWINGS MAY NOT INDICATE OR DESCRIBE ALL THE WORK REQUIRED FOR FULL COMPLETION OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. THE ARCHITECT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSTRUCTION MEANS, METHODS, TECHNIQUES, SEQUENCES OR PROCEDURES RELATED TO THE PROJECT'S CONSTRUCTION. 2. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL BE FULLY RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSTRUCTION SITE SAFETY. THESE DRAWINGS DO NOT INDICATE THE NECESSARY ELEMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. 3. ALL VERTICAL DIMENSIONS INDICATED ON EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS, BUILDING SECTIONS, DETAILS AND INTERIOR ELEVATIONS ARE NOMINAL. ALL PLAN DIMENSIONS INDICATE EITHER FACE OF FRAMING, FACE OF MASONRY OR CENTERLINE OF ROUGH OPENING UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. DO NOT SCALE MEASUREMENTS FROM DRAWINGS. NOTIFY ARCHITECT WITH ANY DIMENSIONAL QUESTIONS. NOTIFY ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCIES PRIOR TO COMMENCING WITH THE WORK …
8.0 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 5, 2022 HR-2022-135906 CHARLES JOHNSON HOMESTEAD/AMERICAN LEGION 404 ATLANTA ST. PROPOSAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Installation of an elevator in the NW corner of the original 1858 structure. 1) Install elevator and elevator shaft in NW corner of original 1858 structure; 2) Prep existing access path & elevator corner location for excavation; 3) Excavate all necessary existing grade/sub-grade materials; 4) Form & pour reinforce concrete footings/piers/stem walls/stone ledges as req'd; 5) Waterproof all subterranean concrete surfaces as req'd; 6) Install drainage system(s) as req'd; 7) Enlarge existing masonry wall rough opening as req'd; 8) Prep existing masonry at the exterior for structural connections for new elevator assembly; 9) Construct new masonry CMU shaft & ext stone cladding; 10) Clear out exist storage closet & provide all new MEP connections as req'd; 11) Construct new wood-framing at the material-clad roof above; 12) Install new elevator cab & finishes; 13) Install all interior trim assemblies, signage, and control devices as req'd; 14) Apply finish/sealer as req'd. ARCHITECTURE DESIGN STANDARDS The Charles Johnson Homestead is a two-story limestone residential structure with a dog-run. 404 Atlanta St is now occupied by the American Legion and used for special events. It was zoned a historic landmark in 1987. Charles Johnson was the original owner and builder and used local limestone to build the structure from a nearby quarry on site. The porch was replaced in 1924, and in 1930, there was an addition to the structure at the Northwest corner. 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 local historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Commercial additions 1. Location The location of the elevator is at the side/rear of the property and is non-invasive. It is compatible with design standards. However, it was not clear from the drawings whether the elevator addition will be structurally independent and not tied into the historic structure per the THC’s recommendations and compatible with the City of Austin design standards. 1.1 Locate additions at the rear and sides of historic buildings to minimize visual impact. 1.3 Minimize the loss of historic fabric by connecting additions to the existing building through the most noninvasive location and methods Summary The project appears to meet the applicable standards. COMMITTEE FEEDBACK …
ELEC POLE OHE OHE OHE OHE OHE ELEC PNL CLASSRM 5 / SCHOOL ADMIN MAIN PRE-SCHOOL SECURE GATE CASA MONTESSORI PRE-SCHOOL ELEC POLE OHE ELEC PNL ELEC POLE OHE CLASSRM 2 CUT EAVE BACK AS REQ'D @ CLASS-RM CLASSRM 1 GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES I C H P A R G 4 1 / 3 1 SECURE GATE 'SYMMETRY' ELEV CONFIG: SGL-OPENING CAB SIZE: 48x54 W: 68" / D: 72" RAIL CTR-LINE: 40.75" DR CTR-LINE: 42.5" I 4 1 / 3 1 C H P A R G STORAGE RM NEW ELEV- ATOR VEST HVAC COND 1 HVAC COND 2 HVAC COND 3 HVAC COND 4 MEN WOMEN MECH STOR CLST 15 16 17 STAIR HALL D T F A H S 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 ENTRY HALL SECURE GATE DARKER SHADED-AREA DENOTES EXTENT OF NEW ELEVATOR SHAFT & ROOF CONSTRUCTION SECURE GATE I 9 C H P A R G GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES GRAPHIC 12 GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES ELEC PNL H2O IN FR STREET UP 7 EQ RI UP 4 EQ RI NORTH MEETING UP 4 EQ RI CARETAKER APT UP 4 EQ RI CARETAKER COURT CLASSRM 4 CLASSRM 3 WEST LOUNGE EAST LOUNGE OFFICE ENTRANCE GAS MTR CARETAKER ENTRANCE GAS IN FR STREET KITCHEN EAST RESTRM EAST ENTRY FOUNTAIN NORTH PARKING 48" DIA OAK AM LGN POST 76 SIGN T S A T N A L T A VEHICLE ENTRANCE FOSTER AVE GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES G R A P H I C 5 H2O MTR G R A P H I C 8 MISC STOR CVD DANCE FLR UNCVD PATIO STONE WALK CVD SOUTH PATIO AM LGN HALL ENTRANCE I 7 C H P A R G GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES MAIN ENTRANCE GRAPHIC 6 GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES K L A W E N O T S AMERICAN LEGION HALL / CHARLES JOHNSON HOUSE UNCVD LAWN G R A P H I C 3 / 4 GRAPHIC NOTE: SEE SUBMITTAL PACKAGE FOR ALL GRAPHIC PHOTOS & NOTES 44" DIA OAK 48" DIA OAK UNCVD LAWN 48" DIA OAK SOUTH PARKING 90" DIA …
September 11, 2022 Mr. Peter Dick Architect 2804 Oak Crest Avenue Austin, Texas 78704 Via email to peterdickarchitect@gmail.com Dear Mr. Peter Dick, Re: Recorded Texas Historic Landmark project review, The Johnson Home (American Legion Travis Post 76), 404 Atlanta Street, Austin, Travis County, Texas (RTHL 6448) Thank you for sending the proposed project application for The Johnson Home (American Legion Travis Post 76), which has been designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL) since 1966. This letter presents the comments of the Executive Director of the Texas Historical Commission (THC). The Texas Historical Commission Division of Architecture staff, led by Alex Toprac, completed their review of the project proposal along with the preliminary design plans produced by Peter Dick, Architect, dated August 31, 2022, and received on September 1, 2022. Our staff acknowledges the proposed exterior scope of work is largely limited to the construction of a compatible limestone clad masonry elevator addition at the northwest crook of the rear, north building elevation, along with all necessary appurtenances and new utilities, which will require removal of two historic 6-over-6 double hung wood sash windows and selective removal of historic masonry to extend the window openings to be adapted for the associated elevator doors. Although it appears to be the case based on the current preliminary design plans, our review staff expects the elevator addition to be structurally independent and not tied into the historic structure. Furthermore, for any application of mortar directly in contact with the historic building limestone masonry our staff expects the use of a type N mortar mix (composed of 1 part hydrated/hydraulic lime, 1 part Portland concrete, and 5-6 parts matching aggregate). Our staff recommends the installation of expansion/control joint material be used to separate the new elevation addition from the historic building to allow the greatest level of reversibility possible. Additionally, our staff encourages the owner, in coordination with their selected contractor, to salvage and appropriately store the two historic 6-over-6 double hung wood sash windows planned for removal, to allow for potential future reuse. After thorough review of the submitted project proposal, design plans, historic documentation, and photographs, the Texas Historical Commission review staff determined the proposed exterior scope of work appropriately meets the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. Therefore, we hereby waive the remainder of the RTHL review period, and work may proceed at this time. If any substantial revisions …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 5, 2022 HR-2022-137075 MUELLER CONTROL TOWER 3952 BERKMAN DRIVE 9 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct an elevated observation deck and walkway attached to the base of the tower. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construction of a concrete deck, approximately 20' above natural grade, around the non-architecturally treated concrete tower base of the Mueller Control Tower. ARCHITECTURE The 2018 historic zoning report describes the building as follows: Local architects Fehr and Granger were chosen to design the new airport facilities, which won a runner-up award from Progressive Architect in 1959. The new facilities embodied the aesthetics of mid-century Modern style in its long, low profile and horizontal configuration, with ample glass at the entries and a series of continuous extruded lozenge-shaped motifs along the cornice of the entry promenade. Rising from the terminal building was the airport control tower, which was designed to have a dramatic and modern presence, pleasing to the eye whether in the air or on the ground. The tower has a concrete frame, with aluminum and glass panels on the exterior. The original structure had alternating light blue and dark blue porcelain panels set in vertical bands; much of this was covered by glass in a renovation but restored to its original materials and configuration today. The control tower is 18 feet by 18 feet at its base, and 9 stories tall, rising 83 feet, 10 inches to the top of the roof. It begins to flare at the 3rd floor, eventually to a space that is 30 feet, 7 inches square at the control room on the 9th floor of the structure.1 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 The proposed project does not remove significant intact historic material from the building’s exterior. The portion of the building that is impacted by the observation deck was historically inside the terminal building. The remainder of the building has been rehabilitated per a previous Certificate of Appropriateness. Institutional buildings 1. General standards 1.1 Ensure that the building’s historic character is preserved through careful repair and maintenance of historic materials. The proposed project does not impact the character-defining historic materials at the building’s exterior. 1.2 …
TOWER PLAZA MUELLER TOWER DISTRICT BERKMAN DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS 78722 LANDMARK COMMISSION PROJECT OVERVIEW JULY 11, 2022 1/2 MILE 1/4 MILE 10 Minute Walk May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza Existing Site Conditions May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza VAUGHAN STREET RYAN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMENT (2023) F U T U R E P A S E O RYAN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMENT (2023) FUTURE DEVELOPMENT T E E R T S N I R O S FUTURE TOWER PLAZA B E R K M A N D R I V E T E E R T S Y D R U C C M Mueller Tower Block May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza Historic Photos May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza May 28th, 1961 Opening May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza Existing Site Conditions May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza FLIGHT PATH FLIGHT DECK TOWER FOREST 3 Tower Plaza Concepts May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza PASEO SWEEPING STEPS PED. BRIDGE OVER PASEO OBSERV. DECK ADA PATH Flight Path Bird’s Eye Perspective May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza Brooklyn Botanic Garden Robert W. Wilson Overlook (Weiss Manfredi) Twist Bridge Vlaadingen, NL (West 8) Flex MSE Bag Wall Milkweed Meadow Brooklyn Botanic Garden Visitor Center (Weiss/Manfredi) Teardrop Park New York, NY (MVVA) Historic Mueller Airport Shade Structure Austin, TX (Fehr & Grainger) Flight Path Precedent Imagery May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza 7’ BIKE LANE SWEEPING STEPS + 21’ PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE ACROSS PASEO (BEYOND) ADA PATH SURROUNDING PLAZA AND GREEN Flight Path South Elevation May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza MILKWEED MEADOW P A S E O OVERLOOK LAWN AMPITHEATER OVERLOOK MILKWEED MEADOW TOWER ADA PATH RETAINING WALL BRIDGE OBSERVATION DECK SWEEPING STEPS Flight Path Conceptual Site Plan May 24, 2021 Concept PresentationTower Plaza 1 | VIEW OF TOWER FROM PASEO, LOOKING WEST 11 22 CONCEPTUAL RENDERING Page 1 of 18 December 15, 2021 NCC PresentationTower Plaza 1 S C A L E : 1 / 1 0 " = 1 ' S E C T I O N E L E V A T I O N - T H R O U G H A M P I T H E A T R E 0 5 ' 1 0 ' 2 0 ' 2 S C A L E : 1 / 1 0 " = 1 ' S E C T I O N E L E V A T …
Jeffrey McDowell October 4, 2022 neighborhood. Sincerely, Jeffrey McDowell RE: Case Number GF 22-138148 - 2706 Wooldridge Dr before the Historic Landmark Commission on October 5, 2022 To Whom it May Concern, I am the owner of 2700 Wooldridge Drive, the property adjacent to the south of 2706 Wooldridge Drive. I am writing in support of the application to demolish the building(s) located at 2706 Wooldridge Drive. Although I am not an expert in historic districts, I love our neighborhood and have lived in my current house since 2006. I fail to see how this house contributes to the historic nature of our neighborhood in any way. The house has not been well maintained and replacing it would only serve to improve the character of our
