D.2.n - 2002 Scenic Dr - public comment — original pdf

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Peer 1 Safe Fencing Regulations Resolution No. 20211104-039 May 4, 2022 Resolution No. 20211104-39 • Initiated code amendments to address dangerous fence design including spiked elements that protrude above the top horizontal bar of a fence • Directed the City Manager to evaluate: - Requiring fIat top styles on new fences of all lengths - Applying flat top fence requirements to all new fences of six feet tall or - Applying flat top fence requirements to substantial fence repairs or remodeling of 50% or more of an existing fence lower 2 Resolution Findings • City Code currently allows some spiked fence styles that can pose significant risk to humans and animals, including: - Entrapment and impalement of children - Workers performing roof and gutter maintenance - Pets or wildlife that jump over fences • Purpose of the meeting is to obtain commission feedback on proposed amendments 3 Options • Requiring fIat top styles on new fences of all lengths • Applying flat top fence requirements to all new fences of six feet tall or lower • Applying flat top fence requirements to substantial fence repairs or remodeling of 50% or more of an existing fence • Other considerations 4 Engagement Once engagement concludes: • Develop recommendations based on stakeholder feedback • Move amendments forward for Board/ Commission/ Council review Internal Engagement Series: 04.26.22 DSD Divisions 04.27.22 Partner Departments 04.27.22 Building and Standards Commission 05.04.22 Historic Landmark Commission External Engagement Series: 04.25.22 – 06.05.22 05.07.22/ 05.26.22 05.10.22 / 05.16.22 SpeakUp Austin Platform In-Person Public Engagements Virtual Public Engagements 5 Outreach Broad Outreach • Boosted Social Media • NextDoor • El Mundo • Austin American Statesman • Austin Chronicle • DSD Newsletter 6 Targeted Outreach • American Fence Association • American Institute of Architects • American Society of Landscape Architects • Asian Contractor’s Association • Associated General Contractors • Austin Apartment Association • Austin Association of Builders • Austin Board of Realtors • Austin Contractors and Engineers Association • Austin Home Builders Association • Austin Hotel and Lodging Association • Austin Infill Coalition • Austin Tenant’s Association • Black Contractor’s Association • Capital Metro • Certified Building Designers • Community Registry Fence Contractors/ Companies • Fence/ Pool permit applicants • • Hispanic Contractor’s Association • Historic Preservation stakeholders • Habitat for Humanity • Housing Authority of the City of Austin • National Association of Remodeling Industry Pool Contractors/ Companies • Pool and …
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Phil Gilbert 3805 Stevenson Ave. Austin, Texas 78703 May 3, 2022 City of Austin Residential Permitting To Whom It May Concern, Re: Objection to Complete Demolition of 2002 Scenic Drive, Austin, Texas I am opposed to the complete demolition of the house at 2002 Scenic Drive, Austin. I live across the street and while a complete demo and new build would no doubt be quicker, it is worth the time and effort to see that the essence of the beautiful, important structure(s) be built upon, not completely torn down. Austin offers a lot to the imagination. It’s that mythology, if you will, that is fueling our growth; it’s enticing hundreds of thousands to become new Austinites. That’s good. Bob Dylan wrote: “He not busy being born is busy dying.” Austin is constantly being born — from the 70’s “outlaws” that turned us into “the live music capital of the world” through to the 21st century technologists we are home to today. Change is good. But we must direct that change into something that is authentic. Something of Austin, not just in Austin. Change for change sake is childish… and change for convenience sake is even worse: it threatens the essence of the Austin ethic that is the wellspring for each renewal. The house at 2002 Scenic Drive is a great example of that weird, wonderful Austin ethic. It may be one of only a handful of remaining properties with this aesthetic. In fact, Scenic Drive itself is an Austin icon… and on Scenic there's only one other house that achieves the result of the house at 2002 Scenic — and it’s The Rock House, right next door. (It also has a colorful history… no doubt when Robert Redford was coming to play at his grandparents’ Rock House in those 1950’s summers he played with friends next door!) 1 2 of I won’t speak much about the specific architectural and design elements that can never be recreated except to say: why would we destroy these last of a kind works when there is no need? The exterior easily displays its uniqueness. But inside is where the magic truly happens. There are literally dozens of one-of-a-kind design elements that would be destroyed forever, if we allowed a total demolition. If you question their value, then go to the property to see them yourself! While we want growth, we surely don’t want indiscriminate …
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Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Ben Noelke Tuesday, May 3, 2022 3:13 PM HPD Preservation Case number: GF22-047398-2002 Scenic Dr *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** We oppose the demolition. It would be a real shame to lose it. Please at least consider saving the structure to the north (non main house). Ben Noelke 2107 Scenic Drive Sent from my iPad CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: birgit birgite.com Tuesday, May 3, 2022 4:03 PM HPD Preservation birgit birgite.com Case number: GF 22-047389 (2002 Scenic Drive) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Preservation Team ‐ A neighbor from my previous neighborhood of Matthews and Stevenson alerted me to the request to demolish 2002 Scenic. This property was the location for several neighborhood Holiday parties when the property was rented to Whit and Allison Hanks. Whit was friends with one of the Slator's and was able to rent it. What a historic location for neighborhood events!! It was at this location in 1997 or so that I had a conversation with Tito Beveridge about his plans for the future. He said "I"m starting a vodka company." My response "Good luck with that!" The rest is history. The wonderful Scottie Stevenson was in attendance at these Holiday parties. Dressed to the nines and every bit the former First Lady of Texas, Mrs. Stevenson was a delight to talk to and learn about her fascinating life. We'd all walk the one block to our houses together after the party concluded. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/austin‐tx/edith‐stevenson‐8213422 My son, who is a stone carver, woodworker and artist commented that many of the staircases on the property are carved into the rocks cascading down the hill. Very unusual to see that quality of workmanship these days. The entire property, with the triangular pool, changing rooms, greenhouse, stone bridge, pathways and numerous stone buildings, is a community treasure. Please do not grant the demolition permit. The property should be restored and preserved. Thank you for your consideration. Birgit Enstrom CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
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Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov on behalf of City of Austin <noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov> Wednesday, May 4, 2022 12:22 PM HPD Preservation GF22-047398-2002ScenicDr. This message is from Alison Hanks. [ ] To: AMBER ALLEN Attn: Amber Allen Re: 2002 Scenic Dr. Case GF22‐047398‐2002ScenicDr. Greetings. I'm Alison Hanks and I lived at 2002 Scenic from 1996‐2004. Debbie Slator Gillan, landlady, grew up there and told me many things about the house. I also conducted oral histories with the owners of the other 'rock houses' in the area. C.H. and Mildred Slator bought the house in 1947. It remained in the Slator family until sold last year. The house was built by Raymond Maurice Delisle in the 1920s. (Wife‐Ammon McGaughey Delisle.) His artistry can be seen in exterior and interior carvings of animals, clowns, shamrocks, elephant, box of matches and cigar, nude woman, and a mural covering all the walls of the upstairs bathroom with a nude woman reclining on a beach. Weigl interior gates in the living rom are worthy of a 1920s black and white movie. Entry was from the lake, the only way to reach the house as 'River Avenue' as Scenic Dr. was than called, was a dirt path. The metal spider web, with spider, sprawling across the exterior of the front entry window is the reward for climbing the zillion steps from the dock to the 'front door'. Stones used in the building were leftovers from the dam collapse, or from the quarry near what is now Cherry and Rockmoor. The architecture of the house uses many styles . Something that I think gives it a delightfully quirky quality. I don't know of another house in Austin with the same structural enchantment. On to the surrounding area which contributes to the cultural/historical associations. 2002 Scenic has the house, side building, glasshouse, (where Debbie's mother grew prize roses), pool with dressing cabanas, terraced gardens, stone bridge leading to the gardners' cottage‐ 2000 Scenic. An entire estate, relatively untouched for 100 years. Other rock houses were occupied by UT art professors, (1st UT art classroom was at 2105 Scenic), executive editor of newspaper lived at 2005 Scenic, ( built by Raymond Delisle), Commodore Edgar Perry built home at 3810 Kennelwood for Edgar, Jr. and Julie Matthews Perry. Kennelwood Clubhouse, for those of you who may remember Kennelwood Boat Docks, was at …
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Adam T. Blanton < Wednesday, May 4, 2022 12:36 PM HPD Preservation Case number: GF22-047398-2002 Scenic Dr > Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Amber, I'd like to express some concern over the demo of 2002 Scenic drive. It's hard to imagine a complete demo of all structures on the property as there are so many unique features in the structure, the history and the style of this space. I don't want to impede the new owner's plans but would like to encourage them to please consider keeping some or part of the history and of the structure that stands today with their plans for the lot. Thank you for your time. -Adam Blanton 3801 Stevenson Ave CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Laney Bevill Wednesday, May 4, 2022 2:53 PM HPD Preservation Case number: GF22-047398-2002 Scenic Dr *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Case number: GF22‐047398‐2002 Scenic Dr I oppose ! thank you ! ‐‐ "Fear does not prevent death. It prevents life" Naguib Mahfouz CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Harper Ray Wednesday, May 4, 2022 2:56 PM HPD Preservation Case number: GF22-047398-2002 Scenic Dr *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** I oppose demolition. So much a part of neighborhood. At least save structure to north. Harper Ray 2107 Scenic dr Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Sierra R Friday, April 29, 2022 11:30 AM HPD Preservation URGENT: Public Comment for May 4th Hearing Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** Dear Historic Landmark Commission, My name is Sierra Richardson. I'm reaching out in response to The Hanover Co's demolition request of the 4th street block between Colorado and Lavaca. I am STRONGLY AGAINST Item A1 and want my comment made public on May 4th recorded by email. You can reach me by phone at Please respond as soon as possible with the next steps and additional information. Sincerely, Sierra Richardson CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov on behalf of City of Austin <noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov> Friday, April 29, 2022 11:51 AM HPD Preservation No demo to 4th Street This message is from Leah Bostwick. I'm writing to oppose the demolition of historic LGBTQI+ institutions on 4th street. 1 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Josue Gonzalez Friday, April 29, 2022 12:08 PM HPD Preservation URGENT: Public Comment for May 4th Hearing Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** Dear Historic Landmark Commission, My name is josue gonzalez, I'm reaching out in response to The Hanover Co's demolition request of the 4th street block between Colorado and Lavaca. I am STRONGLY AGAINST Item A1 and want my comment made public on May 4th {IN PERSON, VIA PHONE, OR RECORDED BY EMAIL}. You can reach me by phone at {YOUR PHONE NUMBER} and by email at {YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS}. {DELETE THIS IF NOT USING {INSERT RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL BODY TEXT ‐ PERSONAL STORIES, BEING QUEER, TEXAS/GOV. ABBOTT ATTACKING QUEER RIGHTS, ETC}} Please respond as soon as possible with the next steps and additional information. Sent from my iPhone CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Forest Miller Friday, April …
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, May 4, 2022 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL - Council Chambers 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. COMMISSION MEMBERS: x Terri Myers, Chair x Ben Heimsath, Vice Chair x Anissa Castillo ab Witt Featherston x Kevin Koch ab Carl Larosche x Kelly Little x Trey McWhorter x Blake Tollett ab Beth Valenzuela x Caroline Wright APPROVED MINUTES CALL TO ORDER 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. There were no speakers for Public Communication. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. February 28, 2022 – Offered for consent approval MOTION: Approve the minutes, on a motion by Commissioner Heimsath. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 8-0. March 28, 2022 – Offered for consent approval B. MOTION: Approve the minutes, on a motion by Commissioner Heimsath. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 8-0. 1 Flat Top Fences – City of Austin Community Engagement Office Presenter: Mayra Rivera Proposed rehabilitations in Sixth Street National Register district Presenter: Richard Suttle 2. BRIEFINGS A. B. A. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and Possible Action on Applications for Historic Zoning, Discussion and Action on Applications for Historic District Zoning, and Requests to Consider Initiation of Historic Zoning Cases A.1. PR-2021-137925 – 1505 Forest Trl. – Discussion (postponed February 28, 2022) Council District 10 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Owner’s agent: Carolina Escamilla City Staff: Elizabeth Brummett, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-1264 Staff Recommendation: In consideration of the applicant’s withdrawal of the demolition permit application and intent to retain the historic house while constructing additional housing on site, staff recommends that the Commission not pursue historic zoning. Michael Leary spoke in favor of historic zoning. Carolina Escamilla spoke in opposition. MOTION: Postpone the public hearing indefinitely and invite the applicant to the Architectural Review Committee, on a motion by Commissioner Heimsath. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 8-0. A.2. PR-2021-195456 – 1617 New York Ave. – Consent postponement to June 1, 2022 (postponed March 28, 2022) Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Owner’s agent: Holly Arthur City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Committee Feedback: Relocate the chimney to avoid disrupting the existing gable end and …