HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits June 3, 2026 PR-2026-040403 1808 East Cesar Chavez Street 13 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1930 structure. Architecture The existing structure is a two story commercial structure with two storefront entries side-by-side on the main elevation. There is a small, metal clad awning above the ground floor entryways. Above, two sets of paired, wood- frame windows are present at the second floor, with a moderately pitched hipped roof with exposed rafter tails above. The roof material is metal standing seam, and all exterior walls are clad in thin teardrop siding. While several of the windows are currently boarded over or otherwise inaccessible, images from the past decade would indicate that the existing material is largely intact, if in need of repair. Research This property has a long history of commercial tenants who served the East Austin community. For several decades after construction, it was home to a beauty parlor, a barber shop, and a shoe repair shop. By the 1950s, one or more of these tenants had vacated the building, but there was always at least one occupied storefront at the property. Newspaper records feature advertisements for Smith’s Barber Shop, Guarantee Wave Shop, and Carlson’s Shoe Repair Shop. The latter of these was owned by Reverend E. A. Carlson, formerly a Swedish Baptist minister, for 31 years until his death in 1964. Department Comments Two permits were issued for the property in 1999, though there are no digitized records of the application material. However, summary descriptions are available in city records. One permit described work to remodel the building’s interior & exterior to create a duplex. The second permit from the same year is summarized as, “Add 1st floor stair tower, porch, and 2nd floor extension.” There are no records of this property being surveyed in the 1980 East Austin historic resource survey or the 1984 citywide comprehensive resource survey. At time of writing, no photos of the property can be found prior to the 1999 permits. This application will time out on July 20, 2026. Property Evaluation The 2016 East Austin historic resource survey lists the property as eligible as a City of Austin landmark, as well as contributing to a potential local or National Register historic district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) …
A.L.T.A./N.S.P.S. LAND TITLE SURVEY 2 1 1 2 29" Pecan Tree 20.5" American Elm Tree Buildings & Covered Area to be Demolished LOC: Demolition Erosion Controls: Silt fence or mulch sock, as needed Boundary Boys, LLC
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits June 3, 2026 DA-2026-038798 403 Orchard Street 14 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1912 house, currently used as a business. Architecture This house is a single-story National Folk style building with an inset porch at one corner. The walls are clad in wood tongue and groove siding, and the windows appear to be original wood frames. There is a moderately pitched hipped roof clad in composite shingles. The foundation is pier and beam, with the house slightly elevated above grade. Newspaper records indicate that a permit was issued for two additional rear rooms in 1944, which was the only significant alteration to the building. Research In the first few decades after construction, the occupants of the property were employed in local industries that were situated near the adjacent railroad tracks, including the Austin Transit Company and an ice storage facility. The longest occupants were Leo Payne, who worked as an iceman, and Braulio and Maria Quintanilla, who worked as a cobbler and shoe salesman. They would remain at the address through at least the 1950s, and raised at least one son in the house. Department Comments This application will time out on July 20, 2026. Property Evaluation The 2025 Downtown Austin historic resource survey lists the property as a high priority and eligible for the National Register as an individual resource or contributing to a potential district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain high integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of the National Folk form and style that was once common to the area, with few remaining examples. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or …
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits June 3, 2026 DA-2026-038813 1208 West 4th Street 15 – 1 Proposal Demolish a Quonset hut currently used as a brewery and a ca. 1910 back house. Architecture The main structure of this complex of buildings and additions is a Quonset hut, which was moved to its current location from Camp Mabry in the 1970s, though no permit records could be found confirming this. Its distinctive curved enclosure currently houses a brewery and associated back of house spaces. The original material of the roof structure is intact, but new walls at the east and west side were constructed around 2020 when the current business opened. The historic material that remains is in relatively good condition, considering the design intent of Quonset huts as being temporary or quick-to-construct shelter. To the side, a wooden tongue-and-groove clad back house is currently used for additional brewery space, and it appears that, when the Quonset hut was moved to its current location, it was placed very near this structure. Research As stated above, there are few records that exist of the hut’s origin beyond that it was constructed for Camp Mabry and was moved on site in the 1970s. Aerial imagery of the property from before this shows a largely empty lot, with the exception of the back house. There appears to be vehicles and various materials stored on the site. It is unknown whether there were previous structures that are illegible in historic aerials, as permit records for this property are scarce. Department Comments This application will time out on July 20, 2026. Property Evaluation The 2025 Downtown Austin historic resource survey lists both the Quonset hut structure and the back house as medium priorities, though there is no specific recommendation for preservation. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it may meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is an intact and well maintained Quonset hut, which retains its legibility behind recent additions and porch/shade structures. However, the structure was not original to the property and was moved to its current location in the 1970s. b. Historical association. The property may have significant historical associations, as a surviving …
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HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits June 3, 2026 PR-2026-056008; GF-2026-059357 916 West Live Oak Street 16 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1925 building. Architecture This modest, single-story structure is laid out in a rectangular plan and features Craftsman-style elements. It is elevated slightly above grade on pier and beam foundation, and clad in original teardrop siding. The windows appear to be replacement 1-over-1 fixtures of varying sizes. The centered front porch features hemispherical curved wood entryway decoration at its center, complete with decorative elements including brackets. There is a paired set of windows on either side of the entryway. Above, the roof is a moderately pitched side gable assembly. Besides the windows, the house retains good integrity of its original construction. Research Longtime owners of the property, Sidney and Cleo Holder, lived at the address from its construction around 1925 until at least the 1960s. Sidney worked in carpentry, and was employed for many years as a cabinet maker at Becker Lumber Company, but by the 1950s had started his own business as a contractor and millworker. The two raised at least one child, Robert, who served in the U.S. Army during World War II, before returning home and living with the family while working as an assistant at the University of Texas. Department Comments This application will time out on August 17, 2026. Property Evaluation The 2015 Bouldin Creek Historic Resource Survey lists the property as having significance. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain high integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of Craftsman style architecture in this area of south Austin. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Demolition and Relocation Permits June 3, 2026 PR-2026-057561; GF-2026-059385 1302 Garden Street 17 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1930 house. Architecture This property is a single-story and rectangular in plan set on a raised pier-and-beam foundation. There is a center porch which extends roughly halfway across the front façade. There are two front doors set side-by-side, which may indicate that this structure was once a duplex. A gable roof covers the porch, which meets the overall hipped roof structure behind it. The windows appear to be original, 1-over-1 units. The original teardrop siding and rafter tails remain present and, while weathered, the house retains good integrity of its original construction details. Research The first residents of the property were Fred & Vida Simpson, who rented the address for over ten years. Fred worked various roles in the soft drink industry, specifically in distribution and sales. By the mid-1940s, the house was owned by Beatrice & Thomas Townsley. At this time, Thomas was listed as a student and Beatrice worked as a waitress at the Terrace Motel Restaurant. By 1959, they had moved away and the house was occupied by renters once again. Department Comments This application will time out on August 17, 2026. Property Evaluation The 2016 East Austin historic resource survey lists the property as contributing to a potential local or National Register historic district. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate-to-high integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of Craftsman style construction. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. Staff Recommendation Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, relocation, or deconstruction and salvage over demolition, …
To: From: Date: Subject: MEMORANDUM Historic Landmark Commission Historic Preservation Office Staff May 27, 2026 Staff-Recommended Addition to Proposed Alterations to Historic Tax Abatement Program The purpose of this attachment is for a staff-requested revision to the program rules for the Historic Tax Abatement program. This revision would require any Part II (Verification of completed work and review of expenditures) application be submitted by an applicant within one calendar year of the substantial completion of approved work to the Historic Preservation Office for review. Currently, program rules state that “a certificate of occupancy must be obtained within 2 years after the date the Certificate of Eligibility (Part I application) is approved.” This statement is proposed to remain, with language added to require the submission of application material be made to the Historic Preservation Office in a timely manner in order to better track and close out open projects. Currently, there is no stated time requirement for the submission of paperwork, only a timeline for which rehabilitation work must be completed. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact Austin Lukes, Planner Senior of Austin Planning at austin.lukes@austintexas.gov or 512-978-0766.
P O N M L K J I 1 2 3 4 5 FROM WHICH A CHISLED "X" FOUND BEARS: S38°05'24"E A DISTANCE OF 0.89' 9 13 6 2 2 COPPER 1/2" SERVICE LINE EX. DOMESTIC WATER FOOD TRUCK ONLY IN OPERATION AND PRESENT DURING EVENTS EX. HOSE BIB EX. ELECTRICAL SERVICE X2 METERS ASPHALT DRIVEWAY CONCRETE 3/4" COPPER SERVICE LINE EDGE OF CONCRETE A-3-01 I10 H EXISTING 5/8" WM WV EMH TBOX 14 G F E D C B A 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 SITE PLAN LEGEND STAIRS PROPERTY LINE MARK HART ARCHITECTURE 2007 S. 1st Street, Suite 101 Austin, TX 78704 +1.512/910.7057 www.markhartarch.com EXISTING SERVICE SINK EXISTING SINGLE USE RESTROOM 1 EXISTING SINGLE USE RESTROOM 2 LONGEST DISTANCE TO FURTHEST RESTROOM 166'-5" 920 CONGRESS 1 5 0.7' 12 2 DRINKING FOUNTAIN XXX.XX' FINISH FLOOR ELEVATION 2 SECURITY FENCE PATH TO AVAILABLE RESTROOMS SITE PLAN KEY NOTE LEGEND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 EXISTING BOLLARDS EXISTING STAIRS PER IEBC 306.7.2 EXISTING STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENT TO EXTERIOR WALL PERMIT# 2025-001439 BP EXISTING COURTYARD LIGHTING ELECTRIC PANEL PERMIT# 2025-043567 EP EXISTING FOOD TRUCK ELECTRIC PANEL PERMIT# 2025-043567 EP EXISTING LIGHTING PERMIT# 2025-043567 EP EXISTING GRAVEL EXISTING BRICK PAVERS EXISTING HOSE BIB ANTIQUE WOOD TRIFOLD DOOR WITH TRANSOM ELEVATED WOOD DECK STEEL SECURITY FENCE FOOD TRUCK PICNIC TABLES FEMALE RESTROOM 4 11 MALE RESTROOM 918 CONGRESS 7 6 8 13'-3 1/2" KNOX BOX LOT 5 1'-7 1/2" EX. HOSE BIB 0" LOT 4 914 CONGRESS AVENUE 3 9 0.6' 7 (PARTIALLY DEMOLISHED) 2 - STORY STONE BUILDING FACE OF WALL E K T L E A R W C E N SID O C CO KNOX BOX 3 12 GM 10 FACE OF WALL 6 3 2 - STORY STONE BUILDING FROM WHICH A CHISLED "X" FOUND BEARS: S38°35'24"W A DISTANCE OF 0.96' GAS RISER WITH VALVE ABANDONED 4" SANITARY DRAIN CAPPED AT PROPERTY LINE FROM WHICH A CHISLED "X" FOUND BEARS: N29°07'35"W A DISTANCE OF 0.50' CO GV 12 3 E K T L E A R W C E N SID O C 2 - STORY STONE BUILDING GISTERED ARCHIT ARKW.HA RT M E C T E R TS AT SA 20562 XETE FO EXP: 2026-01-31 03/25/2026 CLIENT: LEE ACKERLEY AUSTIN, TX PROJECT NUMBER: Project Number PROJECT STATUS: PERMIT COMMENT RESPONSE 1 …
URTH CAFFÈ HLC BRIEFING June 03, 2026 PRojECT ConSidERATionS FoR REviEw: 1. SPE UPdATE REqUiREd FoR ConSTRUCTion To RESTART. Documentation of existing conditions as they stand on the site with partial structure had to be shown on updated SPE. Building permit could not be approved without SPE approval within city of Austin permitting system. • Design team submitted SPE and building permit for the main restaurant concurrently to cut down on exposure time of the remaining structure to stand in the elements. 2. BUilding PERmiT RE-SUBmiSSion FoR mAin RESTAURAnT And BAkERy BUilding REqUiREd FoR ConSTRUCTion To RESTART. Documentation of existing conditions had to be updated within the building permit illustrating historic facade that remains, and demolition of back wall within the restaurant permit. Bakery building drawings had to indicate all demolished areas and what the wall construction would comprise of for the reconstruction. • Design team met with HLC to present briefing on demolition • Design team coordinated with HLC via email correspondence to confirm process for updating and reviewing drawings. • Design team met with Architectural Review Committee to review proposed design including preservation of historic facade and reconstruction of back portion of building. CiTy oF AUSTin CommUniCATion SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 — ARC REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING NOVEMBER 11, 2024 — ARC REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2024 — HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETING AND APPROVAL APRIL 28, 2025 — INITIAL PERMIT SUBMISSION JUNE 2, 2025 — RESUBMISSION 1 JULY 24, 2025 — RESUBMISSION 2 NOVEMBER 20, 2025 — RESUBMISSION 3 DECEMBER 13, 2025 — PERMIT APPROVAL MARCH 2, 2026 — SELECTIVE DEMOLITION START DATE MARCH 10, 2026 — STOP WORK ORDER ISSUED mARCH 25, 2026 -- 1010 E CESAR CHAvEZ BUilding PERmiT SUBmiTTEd To CoA APRIL 1, 2026 -- HLC BRIEFING (Briefing related to on site conditions) APRil 7, 2026 -- SPE UPdATE SUBmiTTEd To CoA FoR APPRovAl • Design team met with permitting building reviewer and building official to discuss APRIL 8, 2026 -- ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE MTG resubmission drawing requirements and code requirements • Design team prepared and updated drawings for permitting resubmission 3. HiSToRiC FACAdE mAinTAinS THE oRiginAl SUPPoRTS And BRACing PRovidEd By THE gC FoR PRoTECTion FRom THE ElEmEnTS. no CURREnT woRk iS AFFECTing HiSToRiC FACAdE To dATE. APRIL 20, 2026 -- 1010 E CESAR CHAVEZ MCR COMMENTS RECEIVED (18 DAY TOTAL REVIEW @ COA) mAy 5, 2026 -- SPE APPRovEd By CoA (21 DAY TOTAL …
Austin Equity-Based Preservation Plan Implementation: TRANSFER OF DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS (TDR) Market Analysis Historic Landmark Commission June 3, 2026 The Why Council Direction: Comprehensively reform Austin's historic tax incentive program to advance equity and align with specific recommendations in the Equity-Based Preservation Plan, including Transfers of Development Rights. (Resolution 20230323-059, Resolution 20241121-078 Motion Sheet #1) Downtown Austin Plan: Establish a Transfer of Development Rights system to allow Warehouse District property owners to sell unused floor area to property owners seeking greater density in other parts of Downtown. (Adopted 2011) Equity-Based Preservation Plan: Actively explore how a Transfer of Development Rights program could successfully support preservation of smaller-scale downtown buildings, commercial corridors, and historic districts in areas targeted for higher density. (Adopted Nov. 2024 as part of Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan) What is Transfer of Development Rights (TDR)? How It Works • Voluntary, market-based tool • The owner of a protected property (sending site) sells unused development capacity • The developer (receiving site) purchases additional development capacity for a new building Sending Sites are properties the City wants to protect, such as historic landmarks. Receiving Sites are properties in areas targeted for higher population density and growth. Receiving Site Sending Site Sending Site Source: NYU Furman Center TDR & Density Bonus Programs Considerations for Integration • Similar areas, different scales • Affordability should remain a priority • Setting a maximum allowable height would provide predictability for developers and neighbors • Further analysis and refinement are critical to ensure that any future TDR program complements density bonus programs Example Receiving Zones + TDR + Density Bonus + By-Right = Maximum Allowable Height TDR Project Timeline 5 2 0 2 . v o N 6 2 0 2 . n a J Research & Analysis Technical Analysis Engagement 6 2 0 2 h c r a M 6 2 0 2 l i r p A 6 2 0 2 e n u J Program Structure We Are Here 6 2 0 2 y l u J Final Report Survey & Focus Group Housing & Planning Committee (cancelled) Historic Landmark Commission Council Memo 1 2 3 4 TDR Stakeholder Committee Review TECHNICAL ANALYSIS Technical Analysis Study Areas Potential Sending Zones Example Receiving Zones Scale of TDR Supply Potential Sending Parcels 447 parcels may qualify as sending sites Sending Zone Historic Landmarks Eligible Landmarks E 11th & 12th St E Cesar Chavez & E 6th …
East Austin Historic Resource Survey Update Historic Landmark Commission Briefing HHM & Austin Planning | June 3, 2026 Why Survey? ▪ Know what we have so we can better plan for the future ▪ Provide useful information to property owners ▪ Guide recommendations of City staff and the Historic Landmark Commission ▪ Inform interpretive and wayfinding projects ▪ Identify potential heritage tourism sites 2 Project Area ▪ Expanded boundaries from 2016 ▪ Updated timeframe for building age (built by 1983) ▪ Approx. 9,000 resources on 7,100 parcels Eastern boundary of 2016 survey 2016 East Austin Survey 5,300 parcels surveyed 6,660 resources documented (built by 1971) Lady Bird Lake 3 What Does a Historic Resource Survey Do? ▪ Documents older buildings, structures, objects, and sites via: 1 1. Fieldwork 2. Archival research 2 3. Community input 3 ▪ Provides context for how areas developed ▪ Recommends individual properties and areas for potential historic designation ▪ Does not change zoning or property tax—informational document only 4 1 Fieldwork For all buildings in survey area: ▪ Photographs For buildings constructed by 1983: ▪ Architectural character and physical integrity ▪ Heritage tourism sites 5 2 Archival Research ▪ Expanded historic context statement for East Austin with historical trends and events through 1983 ▪ Histories of potential historic districts ▪ Occupancy histories of properties that retain integrity Images from Austin History Center, Austin Public Library 6 3 Community Input ▪ Community questionnaire: ▪ Provide context not found in archives ▪ Identify additional significant places ▪ Oral histories 7 Recommendations 1. Compile archival research findings 2. 3. Integrate community input Identify historical themes and trends 4. Evaluate eligibility for local and National Register historic designation 5. Assess potential historic district boundaries 8 What Happens After a Survey? ▪ Outreach and workshops for owners of properties identified as eligible for historic designation ▪ Heritage Preservation Grant outreach to eligible sites that serve tourists 2016 Survey Recommendations by the Numbers 298 potential historic landmarks 24 potential historic districts 337 properties eligible for individual National Register listing 9 Project Timeline INFORMATION COLLECTION ▪ Field survey ▪ Archival research ▪ Community input PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS • Public feedback on draft report SURVEY RECOMMENDATIONS • Final report • Targeted follow up 2026 2027 2028 10 Project Timeline INFORMATION COLLECTION ▪ Field survey ▪ Archival research ▪ Community input PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS • Public feedback on draft report SURVEY RECOMMENDATIONS • Final report • …
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Sturgill, Hunter From: Sent: To: Subject: Chris Dial < Monday, June 1, 2026 1:41 PM Historic Preservation Office CASE # HR 2026-057184 [You don't o(cid:332)en get email from c h(cid:425)ps://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIden(cid:415)fica(cid:415)on ] Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Cau(cid:415)on JUNE 1, 2026 CONCERING: CASE # HR 2026-057184 - 208 W. 32ND ST CONTACT: Hunter Sturgill PUBLIC HEARING : HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION, JUNE 3, 2026 Dear Nr. Sturgill, My husband & I have owned/lived at 202 W. 32nd St since 1978. 208 W. 32nd St has been in disrepair for years & in our opinion, not worthy of preserva(cid:415)on. We are in favor of complete demoli(cid:415)on & building a new structure on this site, hopefully in character with this neighborhood. We can not a(cid:425)end the hearing on June 3, 2026. Please keep me informed. Thank you, Chris Dial CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use cau(cid:415)on when clicking links or opening a(cid:425)achments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" bu(cid:425)on in Outlook. For any addi(cid:415)onal ques(cid:415)ons or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@aus(cid:415)ntexas.gov". 1
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Sturgill, Hunter From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Commissioners: Bill W < Sunday, May 31, 2026 5:31 PM Historic Preservation Office 3304 Oakmont Blvd. PR-2026-053766, HR 2026-059342 External Email - Exercise Caution The Historic Review Committee of the Bryker Woods Neighborhood Association has reviewed the applicant’s plans to add a rear addition and remodel the front porch and add a carport at this property. The current home was built in 1947 and is a Contributing Property to the Old West Austin Historic District, which we consider to be of importance. The members of our HLC committee have no problem with the addition to the rear of the property, but are concerned that the remodel of the front porch, change in window and carport will substantially change the front of the home and will remove it from being a Contributing Property of the OWAHD. If this is the case, we are wondering if the Commission and the property owners might consider making changes to the front which would allow the home to remain a Contributing Property. Overall, the modifications indicate that the owners just need a little more room in their home and we are glad they are willing to remodel and stay in Bryker Woods, rather than sell and/or demo the house! We very much value our neighbors and are always grateful when then keep and just remodel their homes. Thank you for your consideration. --Bill Woods, Chair Historic Review Committee Bryker Woods NA Living on Earth is expensive but it does include a free trip around the Sun. This message is confidential, intended only for the named recipient and may contain information that is privileged or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you receive this message in error, or are not the named recipient, please notify the sender. All comments are the sender’s personal opinion unless otherwise noted. 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". 1
June 3, 2026 RE: 1808 East Cesar Chavez Street Demolition Dear Chair Heimsath, Vice Chair Evans, and Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation. We write today to request that the Historic Landmark Commission initiate historic zoning for 1808 East Cesar Chavez Street for its architecture, historic associations, and community value. This property stands as a unique example of two-story vernacular double pen architecture, one of the few remaining examples of this style in East Austin, as noted by the staff report. Since it was built, the property has been home to a string of neighborhood service businesses, including a beauty parlor, a barber shop, and shoe repair. Until recently, the building maintained continuous occupancy, and served as a reliable anchor on this corner of East Austin. But even more importantly, it stands as a landmark of the cultural memory of East Cesar Chavez that is rapidly vanishing. Once a lively commercial corridor of businesses owned by Austin’s Black and Mexican American communities is today the site of willful neglect and poor stewardship. What survives of this memory deserves protection. The 2016 East Austin Historic Resource Survey found 1808 East Cesar Chavez Street eligible for designation as a City of Austin Landmark, as well as contributing to a potential local or National Register historic district. Designation would unlock a host of financial opportunities for a preservation-minded property owner to rehabilitate the property, including state and federal tax credits worth up to 45% of qualifying expenses; local property tax incentives; and a host of grant programs, including our own, that support preservation work. There is so much potential to breathe new life into this once-vibrant corridor that demolition for a vacant lot would completely extinguish. We ask the Historic Landmark Commission to recognize the significance of this site and the potential it holds for the future of East Cesar Chavez. Thank you for your consideration and your service to the City of Austin. Sincerely, Miriam Conner, President
Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Mark Ashby, Jeff Callahan, Scott Campbell, Marc Carlson, Hunter Coleman, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington June 1, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Re: DA-2026-038798 - 403 Orchard Street DA-2026-038813 – 1208 West 4th Street Dear Chair Heimsath and HLC Commissioners, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) Zoning Committee does not support the demolition of the structures located at 403 Orchard Street and 1208 West 4th Street. OWANA recognizes the importance of preserving contributing structures within the historic district, as the cumulative loss of these buildings could ultimately threaten the district’s historic designation and character. Based on our understanding, both structures appear to be in sound condition. Accordingly, OWANA strongly encourages the applicant to make a good-faith effort to preserve these resources through relocation and to provide financial assistance for reasonable relocation-related expenses. Through its ongoing engagement with residents and preservation stakeholders, OWANA will help raise awareness of opportunities and resources that may support the successful relocation of these structures. OWANA is also concerned about the potential impact of redevelopment on established local businesses that contribute to the fabric of the neighborhood. In particular, OWANA strongly supports the preservation and continued success of Better Half, which has become an important community gathering place and neighborhood amenity. Long-standing local businesses such as Better Half help foster community connections, contribute to the unique character of Old West Austin, and enhance the vitality of the district. OWANA remains committed to working collaboratively with the applicant on the proposed development. As the project advances, we will advocate for building materials, architectural elements, and site design features that are compatible with and sensitive to the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Preserving and strengthening the integrity of our National Historic District, while supporting the local businesses that help define our community, remains a core priority for OWANA. We believe thoughtful development, historic preservation, and neighborhood-serving businesses can successfully coexist and thrive together. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association, Inc. OWANA
403 Orchard Street Historic Landmark Commission Item 14: DA-2026-038798 June 3, 2026 1 Demolition Applications 2 1960 Sanborn Map 3 403 Orchard Street Item 14: DA-2026-038798 4 403 Orchard Street: Landmark Designation Criteria § LDC 25-2-352: 1. years ago; and The property must be 50 years old and must represent a period of significance of at least 50 The property must retain a high degree of integrity, as defined by the National Register of 2. Historic Places, that clearly conveys its historical significance and does not include an addition or alteration which has significantly compromised its integrity; and 3. Demonstrates significance in at least two of the following categories: • Architecture • Historical Associations • Archaeology • Community Value • Landscape Feature 5 403 Orchard Street: Staff Report and Recommendation 6 Requests We respectfully request recommendation for the requested demolition of the structure located at 403 Orchard Street and to release the demolition permit upon receipt of a City of Austin Documentation Package. 7 8 403 Orchard Street: Landmark Designation Criteria i. Architecture. ✓ 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. HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY: • 1917 Single-Family House • National Folk stylistic influence • No alterations noted • Not eligible for local historic district designation • Individually eligible for National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) designation 9 403 Orchard Street: Landmark Designation Criteria × ii. Historical Associations. The property has long-standing significant associations with persons, groups, the institutions, businesses, or events of historic importance which contributed significantly history of the city, state, or nation; or represents a significant portrayal of the cultural practices or the way of life of a definable group of people in a historic time. to × iii. Archaeology. The property has, or is expected to yield, significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region; × iv. …
Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Mark Ashby, Jeff Callahan, Scott Campbell, Marc Carlson, Hunter Coleman, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington June 1, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Re: DA-2026-038798 - 403 Orchard Street DA-2026-038813 – 1208 West 4th Street Dear Chair Heimsath and HLC Commissioners, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) Zoning Committee does not support the demolition of the structures located at 403 Orchard Street and 1208 West 4th Street. OWANA recognizes the importance of preserving contributing structures within the historic district, as the cumulative loss of these buildings could ultimately threaten the district’s historic designation and character. Based on our understanding, both structures appear to be in sound condition. Accordingly, OWANA strongly encourages the applicant to make a good-faith effort to preserve these resources through relocation and to provide financial assistance for reasonable relocation-related expenses. Through its ongoing engagement with residents and preservation stakeholders, OWANA will help raise awareness of opportunities and resources that may support the successful relocation of these structures. OWANA is also concerned about the potential impact of redevelopment on established local businesses that contribute to the fabric of the neighborhood. In particular, OWANA strongly supports the preservation and continued success of Better Half, which has become an important community gathering place and neighborhood amenity. Long-standing local businesses such as Better Half help foster community connections, contribute to the unique character of Old West Austin, and enhance the vitality of the district. OWANA remains committed to working collaboratively with the applicant on the proposed development. As the project advances, we will advocate for building materials, architectural elements, and site design features that are compatible with and sensitive to the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Preserving and strengthening the integrity of our National Historic District, while supporting the local businesses that help define our community, remains a core priority for OWANA. We believe thoughtful development, historic preservation, and neighborhood-serving businesses can successfully coexist and thrive together. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association, Inc. OWANA
1208 W 4th Street Historic Landmark Commission Item 15: DA-2026-038813 June 3, 2026 1 Demolition Application 2 1960 Sanborn Map 3 1208 W 4th Street Item 15: DA-2026-038813 4 Period of Historic Significance (Prior to 1976): 1977 Aerial 5 1208 W 4th Street: Landmark Designation Criteria § LDC 25-2-352: 1. years ago; and The property must be 50 years old and must represent a period of significance of at least 50 The property must retain a high degree of integrity, as defined by the National Register of 2. Historic Places, that clearly conveys its historical significance and does not include an addition or alteration which has significantly compromised its integrity; and 3. Demonstrates significance in at least two of the following categories: • Architecture • Historical Associations • Archaeology • Community Value • Landscape Feature 6 1208 W 4th Street: Alterations Impacting Integrity Additional exterior door penetration All windows and doors replaced Side porch addition 7 1208 W 4th Street: Landmark Designation Criteria HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY: • Quonset Hut • No stylistic influences visible • Not eligible for local or NRHP designation • Side porch addition • Fenestration pattern altered • All windows and doors replaced i. Architecture. ✓ 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. Engineers Constructing Quonset Hut, 1944-1945 Unknown Location The Portal to Texas History 8 1208 W 4th Street: Landmark Designation Criteria ii. Historical Associations. institutions, The property has businesses, or events of historic importance which contributed significantly to the history of the city, state, or nation; or represents a significant portrayal of the cultural practices or the way of life of a definable group of people in a historic time. long-standing significant associations with persons, groups, Built in 1940 and relocated from Camp Mabry (National Register of Historic Places) in the 1970s. Camp Mabry Gate, 1918 The Portal …
Tax Abatement for Rehabilitation of Property in a Local Historic District 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 exceeds the specified percentage of pre-restoration value. 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) • Permanent eElectrical, plumbing, and gas systems (permanent) • Escalators and eElevators • Fire eEscapes • Sprinkler/fFire suppression systems • Security systems requiring installation permits (if permit required for installation) • Interior partitions, ceilings, and/or floors requiring installation permits (if permit required for installation) • Signage • Solar panels and other long-term sustainability “sustainable” 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 • Interior 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, counter tops and similar finish work • Appliances • Furniture • Window treatments other than permanent weatherization measures • Construction of or repair to dDecks/ 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 1 INELIGIBLE EXPENSES (CON’T) • Financing fees • Leasing expenses • Storm sewer costs • Legal and /aAccounting fees • Purchase or repair of , or repair to, construction tools and equipment …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 4 p.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 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, contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Carl Larosche, Chair Roxanne Evans Tonya Pleasant-Wright AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order or, for remote participation, no later than noon the day before the meeting, will each 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 Preservation Plan Committee regular meeting on February 10, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. 3. 4. Staff briefing regarding purview of the Preservation Plan Committee. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning. Staff briefing regarding implementation of the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning, and Annie Flom, Senior Planner, Austin Planning. Staff briefing regarding the Historic Preservation Office 2025 Impact Report. Presentation by Annie Flom, Senior Planner, Austin Planning. DISCUSSION ITEMS 5. 6. Outreach and engagement for the East Austin Historic Resource Survey Update. Committee meeting schedule and format for 2026. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Preservation Plan Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974- 1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 4 p.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS __abs__ Carl Larosche, Chair ___X___ Roxanne Evans ___X___ Bat Taniguchi DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Preservation Plan Committee regular meeting on November 12, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes of the November 12 Preservation Plan Committee meeting on a motion by Commissioner Evans, Commissioner Taniguchi seconding. Vote: 2-0. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding implementation of the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. Presentation by Cara Bertron, Program Manager II, Austin Planning, and Annie Flom, Senior Planner, Austin Planning. • Staff presented on current work to implement the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. • Commissioners suggested future topics for the We Saved You a Place talk show, including schools, churches, legacy businesses, a tour of important sites, Architecture 101, the landmark designation process, and deconstruction. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Preservation Plan Summit debrief. • 50 people attended the Summit and were very engaged. • Commissioner Taniguchi provided feedback on the event. He was supportive of an annual Summit to keep public involvement fresh and align Plan implementation priorities with the community. • Staff mentioned that the structure of the even could be updated for future years. Discussion of Historic Preservation Office annual report. • The report will be structured in 5 impact areas, reflecting the structure of the Plan Summit. Committee meeting schedule for 2026. • The committee agreed to meet quarterly. 4. 5. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 6. FY27 budget recommendation for consideration by the full Commission at its March 4, 2026 meeting. • Commissioners discussed a budget recommendation that emphasized the need for at least 2 new staff. MOTION: Recommend that the FY27 budget recommendation be presented to the Historic Landmark Commission for consideration on a motion by Commissioner Evans, Commissioner Taniguchi seconding. Vote: 2-0. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron …
Briefing on Committee Purview Bylaws The Preservation Plan Committee shall: i. Prepare a proposed Preservation Plan and when completed, recommend it to the Commission for adoption. ii. Annually review the Preservation Plan of the City of Austin and make recommendations for modifications and amendments thereto to the Commission for adoption. iii. Investigate and suggest sources of funds for preservation and restoration activities and acquisitions. iv. Do, perform, and discharge such other duties and responsibilities as the Chair of the Commission may delegate to the Committee.
Vision Historic preservation in Austin actively engages communities in protecting and sharing important places and stories. Preservation uses the past to create a shared sense of belonging and to shape an equitable, inclusive, sustainable, and economically vital future for all. Briefing on Plan Implementation Dashboard and Database ▪ Publicly accessible tools to learn about the Plan and its implementation ▪ Multiple levels of information, from general overview to recommendation- specific information to progress metrics ▪ Updated annually Briefing on Plan Implementation Implementation Plan ▪ Requested by the City Manager ▪ Based on priorities set by Preservation Plan Committee and Preservation Plan Working Group ▪ Presented to Council when the Plan was adopted ▪ Updated as needed based on resources Briefing on Plan Implementation 5 Impact Areas ▪ Tell Austin’s full story ▪ Expand the toolbox ▪ Streamline processes ▪ Raise the visibility of preservation ▪ Keep residents and businesses in place Briefing on Plan Implementation Major Current Projects ▪ Sustainable Materials Building forum + deconstruction workshop ▪ East Austin Historic Resource Survey Update ▪ Educational materials, including website ▪ Historic Sign Standards (supporting Operations Committee) ▪ Transfer of Development Rights Analysis ▪ Video series: Your Austin Landmarks + We Saved You a Place TDR image from NYU Furman Center
Briefing on 2025 Impact Report ▪ First annual impact report to share major HPO projects, historic designations, and Plan implementation progress ▪ Updates categorized into our 5 impact areas ▪ Tell Austin's Full Story ▪ Expand the Toolbox ▪ Streamline Processes ▪ Raise the Visibility of Preservation ▪ Keep Residents & Businesses in Place 2025 Impact Report
East Austin Survey Engagement Timeline ▪ May 2026-April 2027: Raise awareness of survey, invite input on significant places ▪ Early 2028: Invite feedback on draft survey report ▪ Summer 2028: Announce final survey report ▪ Fall 2028: Targeted follow-up with owners of eligible historic properties East Austin Survey Engagement Stakeholders ▪ Community members ▪ Cultural and heritage organizations ▪ Other community organizations ▪ Educational + religious institutions ▪ City departments East Austin Survey Engagement Planned Engagement ▪ Tabling at community events ▪ Presentations at community meetings ▪ Commission briefings and memos ▪ City-hosted events ▪ 2 in-person public events ▪ 2 workshops on the draft survey report ▪ 2 follow-up workshops on designation ▪ Mini-grants to community organizations East Austin Survey Engagement Tools ▪ SpeakUpAustin page ▪ Community survey (online and paper) ▪ Detailed questionnaire SpeakUpAustin.org/EastAustinSurvey
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 11 a.m. Permitting and Development Center, Room 1203 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 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, contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS Judah Rice, Chair Jeffrey Acton AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order or, for remote participation, no later than noon the day before the meeting, will each 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 Operations Committee regular meeting on April 30, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Potential projects to inform Operations Committee workplan. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Cara Bertron at Austin Planning at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov to request service or for additional information. For more information on the Operations Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446 or cara.bertron@austintexas.gov.
