ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2026-0063 HLC DATE: November 4, 2026 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Loren Kirkpatrick HISTORIC NAME: White-Sheffield House WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 103 West 33rd Street, North University NP ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-HD-NCCD-NP to SF-3-H-HD-NCCD-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence- historic district-neighborhood conservation combining district-neighborhod plan (SF-3-HD-NCCD- NP) zoning to from family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood conservation combining district-neighborhod plan (SF-3-H-HD-NCCD-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture, community value, and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Aldridge Place Local Historic District Board, Austin Neighborhoods Council, CANPAC (Central Austin Neigh Plan Area Committee), Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, North University Neighborhood Association, North University Neighborhood Association Development Review Committee, Preservation Austin DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: This property is listed as a contributing property to the Aldridge Place local historic district. 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. Located in the Aldridge Place local historic district, the White-Sheffield House is an exceptional example of Craftsman and Arts & Crafts details that is largely unaltered in the area. Details such as exposed rafters and wide eaves, while common amongst other houses in the district, are oriented in such a way in this house that it emphasizes the horizontal while also gently sloping upwards towards the peak of the roof. Combined with the wide front porch, which features a very wide span without columns or supports uncommon to this era of construction, the horizontality of the design is emphasized by the symmetry of the front façade with its paired windows on either side of the central front door with large dormer above, projecting from the side-gabled roof. While roofing material is not original to …
architectural elements that lend themselves in scope and size to many of the homes on our street and in this historic district. Like so many homes in the Travis Heights-Fairview Park District and on E. Monroe street, this 1920s Craftsman bungalow being considered for demolition is a contributing structure within the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District and appears to retain strong architectural integrity. We are concerned that demolition of this contributing structure would remove an important piece of the historic fabric of the neighborhood. As you know, historic districts derive much of their character from the collection of individual buildings that remain in place. Once a contributing house is demolished, its contribution to the district cannot truly be replaced by a new structure, regardless of how well designed that new structure might be. As direct neighbors to this property we value the historic character and continuity of E. Monroe and our neighborhood. The loss of 706 E. Monroe would affect not only the property itself but also the surrounding streetscape and the historic district as a whole. What will that mean for future development of our neighborhood? Will it set a precedent to raze any “old” structure? Our neighborhood's culture was built upon contributing structures like this one, where front porch conversations with fellow passersby are frequent and critical for community connection among our neighbors. We believe Austin has an obligation to protect the historic resources that make these neighborhoods distinctive - that make this city distinctive, and that cannot be recreated once gone. We respectfully ask the Historic Landmark Commission to: 1. Deny the requested demolition of the contributing structure at 706 E. Monroe Street, and 2. Request the applicant to continue exploring feasible alternatives to demolition. We truly hope this letter gives the Commission pause before allowing the permanent loss of this contributing structure. Perhaps walk the several blocks of E. Monroe and see for yourselves.This home, like many similar homes in our neighborhood, is a treasure to our local heritage and warrants protection and preservation for future generations and for the city of Austin. Sincerely, Kim-Marie and Dermot O’Driscoll *Photos of home in consideration for demolition attached below. View looking east from 706 E Monroe 708 and 710 E. Monroe: Contributing structures next to 706 E. Monroe. CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe …
2. Direct the applicant to continue exploring all feasible alternatives to demolition, including preservation, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse. This home is more than a building. It is a tangible part of Travis Heights' history, character, and identity. It deserves to be protected for the benefit of current residents and future generations alike. Respectfully, Ann and Eric Darcy 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".
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October 30, 2026 TO: Mike McHone University Area Partners (UAP) Austin, Texas FROM: A West Campus Stakeholder & Property Occupant (20+ Years) 909 W. 22 ½ Street, Austin, TX 78705 SUBJECT: Urgent UAP Stakeholder Intervention — Formal Opposition to Total Demolition Application: 909 W. 22 ½ Street (HLC Case No. PR-2026-127240 | Public Hearing: November 4, 2026, 6:00 PM) Dear Mike, I am writing to you directly in your leadership role with University Area Partners on behalf of dedicated neighborhood stakeholders who have lived, invested, and operated in West Campus for more than twenty years. The City of Austin Historic Preservation Office has formally posted an official Historic Landmark Commission (HLC) public hearing placard at 909 W. 22 ½ Street for Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall (301 W. 2nd Street). Critically, on the official city placard for Case No. PR-2026-127240, the applicant has specifically struck through "Relocation" and checked "Demolition." Rather than pursuing an adaptive reuse plan, sensitive relocation, façade preservation, or an integrated infill design, the applicant intends to execute a total scrape and land clearing of one of the most intact turn-of-the-century landmark structures remaining in the University area. As long-term neighborhood stakeholders who have witnessed decades of West Campus growth and evolution under the University Neighborhood Overlay (UNO), we recognize and support thoughtful, high-density residential housing for students and residents. However, density must not come at the expense of our most historically and architecturally significant civic landmarks. Below is a comprehensive historical dossier, genealogical lineage, family commercial profile, and architectural evaluation demonstrating why 909 W. 22 ½ Street meets multiple criteria for City of Austin Historic Landmark designation and must not be demolished. I. ARCHITECTURAL DESCRIPTION & FAÇADE ANALYSIS 909 W. 22 ½ Street is a textbook, high-integrity two-story Late Victorian / Transitional Queen Anne residence constructed circa 1907. Unlike the vast majority of original West Campus homes that were demolished, heavily reconfigured, stripped of ornamentation, or clad in synthetic siding, 909 retains an exceptional degree of historic fabric: 1. Façade Massing & Rooflines: The structure displays an asymmetrical, steeply pitched cross-gable and hipped roofline typical of high-style Edwardian-era Queen Anne design. The primary street elevation features a prominent, projecting two-story polygonal bay turret terminated by a conical roof form, decorative trim bands, and boxed eaves. 2. Exterior Cladding & Millwork: The exterior preserves original, narrow-profile horizontal wood lap (drop) siding with …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, October 21, 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 August Harris III CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL AGENDA 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 July 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Updates on projects from the Operations Committee workplan. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action to recommend the Historic Sign Standards to the Historic Landmark Commission for adoption. 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.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION OPERATIONS COMMITTEE Wednesday, July 15, 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. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X__ Judah Rice, Chair X__ Jeffrey Acton X__ August Harris III CALL TO ORDER 11:06 a.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES DRAFT MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Operations Committee regular meeting on May 20, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes of the regular meeting on May 20, 2026 on a motion by Commissioner Acton, Commissioner Rice seconding. Vote: 2-0. Commissioner Harris abstained. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Operations Committee workplan. • Commissioners discussed potential projects for the committee to work on for the remainder of 2026 and through 2027. • Commissioners identified next steps for several projects and agreed to take on projects based on individual interest and time. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion and possible action on Historic Sign Standards. • The committee will discuss the Historic Sign Standards at its August 19 meeting. • Photographs will be added when available, before the standards are recommended to the Historic Landmark Commission for adoption. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT 12:49 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak 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. KEVIN KOCH JAIME ALVAREZ HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on September 10, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. PR-2026-018321; HR-2026-112231; C14H-1982-0001-f – 916 Congress Ave. Larmour Block (F) Council District 9 Proposal: Reconstruct and construct a performance venue behind the existing façade. Applicant: Patrick Georgiou HR-2026-106327 – 2410 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Construct two new residences. Applicant: Felicia Foster HR-2026-104982 – 4309 Avenue D Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing building and convert the garage into an additional housing unit. Applicant: Susan Pryor PR-2026-079349 – 706 E. Monroe St. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Hannah Ma HR-2026-118672 – 211 Academy Dr. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Applicant: Paul Michals PR-2026-113688 – 800 W. 34th St. Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a ca. 1975 office building. Applicant: AAR Inc. PR-2026-113706 – 801 W. 34th St. Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a ca. 1968 office building and skybridge. Applicant: AAR Inc. 4113 Guadalupe St. Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate an individual National Register property. Applicant: Kristin Schieffer 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 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, CONFERENCE ROOM 1401 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak 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. X KEVIN KOCH AB JAIME ALVAREZ X HARMONY GROGAN CURRENT COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 4:04PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order are allowed three minutes to speak on items not posted to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Architectural Review Committee regular meeting on August 12, 2026. MOTION: Approve the August 12, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Commissioner Grogan. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote 2-0. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 608 Blanco St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Raise the porch and rebuild the railing, install planters, install an ADA lift, and reinstall decorative trim of a contributing building. Applicant: Scott Magic The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 704 Baylor St. Castle Hill Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a second-story addition on a contributing building. Applicant: Tisha Ritta The applicant did not attend. C14H-1976-0024 – 1006 Congress Ave. Lundberg Bakery Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate and construct an addition to a landmark. Applicant: Sue Hagerty The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-2020-0087 – 3908 Avenue B Baker School Council District 9 Proposal: Place three 40ft shipping containers on the property with no alterations to the landmarked building. Applicant: Brittany Garcia The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. C14H-2015-0001 – 908 E. 11th St. Dedrick-Hamilton House Council District 1 Proposal: Install accessibility improvements and expand porch access at a landmarked building. Applicant: DJ Scales The applicant presented their proposal. The committee provided feedback. 7. C14H-2018-0010 – 3952 Berkman Dr. Mueller Air Control Tower Council District 9 Proposal: …
BLOCK OUT PHASE BLOCK OUT PHASE COMPLETE. CLIENT APPROVES CONTINUING INTO PRELIMINARY PHASE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE DATE ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE DATE PRELIMINARY PHASE PRELIMINARY PHASE COMPLETE. CLIENT APPROVES CONTINUING INTO FINAL PHASE. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE DATE APPROVED BY CLIENT 06.10.26 APPROVED BY CLIENT 07.13.26 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE DATE FINAL PHASE FINAL PHASE COMPLETE. CLIENT APPROVES RELEASING OF BID SET. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE DATE ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE DATE LOT SIZE: IMP. COVER: (45%) FAR: (55%) 5996 SF 44.9% 44.86% SLAB AREA CHART NAME BLDG 1 SLAB BLDG 2 SLAB TOTAL SLAB AREA: AREA 813.00 SF 766.50 SF 1,579.50 SF IMPERVIOUS COVER AREA CHART NAME BLDG 1 SLAB BLDG 1 AC PAD BLDG 2 SLAB BLDG 2 AC PAD DRIVEWAY PARKING PAD IMPERVIOUS COVER TOTAL: AREA 813.00 SF 9.00 SF 766.50 SF 9.00 SF 902.55 SF 192.71 SF 2,692.76 SF These drawings and the information herein contained are the sole intellectual property of Barron Custom Design, LLC and may not be reproduced in any manner without the company ’s written consent. These drawings constitute what is normally considered within the construction industry as a “builder set” in as they are intended to convey the design intent only. The implementation of the plans requires a general contractor/subcontractor thoroughly knowledgeable with applicable building codes and methods of construction. The plans are intended to provide basic information regarding site work, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other trades to substantially complete construction of the structure. Exact material specifications and selections from agreed “allowances ” are to be confirmed with the owner prior to ordering and/or installation. If provided, contractor/subcontractor to review Owner “image” photos and details and confirm all related details and finishes prior to commencement of construction. Construction means, methods, and materials are solely the jurisdiction of the contractor/subcontractor and are not described in these plans. Exact detailing, structural, mechanical, electrical, waterproofing and flashings are to be determined by the contractor/subcontractor except as noted or described within these drawings. In all cases, the most stringent requirements of all applicable federal, state, county, and local city building, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations must be met. If the contractor/subcontractor or any subcontractor performs any work in conflict with the above mentioned laws, rules, codes, ordinances, and regulations then the contractor/subcontractor in violation shall bear all costs of repair arising out of non-conforming work. All such codes, ordinances, deed restrictions and regulations take precedence over any part of these drawings …
Austin Historic Landmark Commission Architectural Review Committee HR-2026-118672 211 ACADEMY DR Property: LOT 1 BLK 68-71 ODIORNE RESUB OF FAIRVIEW PARK Lot sizes are taken from Traviscad.org South side of 200 block of Academy Dr 211 Academy looking West Lack of building separation between 211 and 209 Academy Better image showing the lack of separation
HLC Review Addendum 07 Oct 2026 4309 Avenue D Item HR-2026-104982 1.2 The concrete pad as front porch is structurally unsound and must be replaced. The steps outside the primary entry door is not allowed by today’s building code. Required Egress Doors: Must have a flat landing on each side that is at least as wide as the door and extends a minimum of 36 inches in the direction of travel. The floor or landing cannot be more than 1.5 inches lower than the top of the threshold for primary egress doors The elevated porch fits the neighborhood and satisfies IRC Bldg Code 2024 1.2 The second front door is not original to the 1912 home and was added around the time of the Great Depression in 1929. While it is old, it is not original. It enters directly into bedroom and is not in character with the 1912 house Queen Anne-esque house. Our rehabilitation of this home ( back to single family) includes restoring the original transom in the entry foyer over the original front door. See picture…. The secondary door is a five panel interior non-weather rated door taken from another bedroom. Probably done when Clara Stubbs divided the house for daughter Clara to live there ? There was never a transom over the secondary narrower door. 1.2 The current “temporary” front porch posts are not original. Evidence in the slab indicate there may have originally been paired posts – possibly lathe turned like other homes of the 1910’s ?? The columns shown in the proposed front elevation are HBG fiberglass structural columns without direct historical reference to any period. These round columns invoke the past but are also very common in new homes today. 3.1 Restoring windows as possible instead of replacement sounds great and will be our course of action if feasible. Front windows ( as seen from street ) seem easily restorable. However, the north side ( unseen from street ) seems harder…… An updated window schedule indicating restored and new windows is attached.
September 15, 2026 To: Julie Briggs EFP 4113 Guadalupe LLC Aus&n, Texas julieermisbriggs@yahoo.com cc: Kris&n Schieffer, RA, LEED AP – ALIGN Aus&n Architects kris&n@alignaus&narchitects.com From: Nicholas Rohr, P.E., S.E. Managing Principal – Anderson Rohr Engineers, LLC Phone: 720-687-3730 Email: rohr@andersonrohr.com Structural Assessment Le(cid:23)er – Exis(cid:28)ng Building Project: 4113 Guadalupe Renova&on (ARE Project No. 26-060-ALA) Site Address: 4113 Guadalupe St, Aus&n, TX 78751 Site Visit Date: September 10, 2026 ARE A(cid:25)endee: Nicholas Rohr, P.E., S.E. Reference: ALIGN Aus&n Architects Preliminary Demoli&on Exhibit dated August 14, 2026 Introduc(cid:28)on On September 10, 2026, Nicholas Rohr, P.E., S.E. of Anderson Rohr Engineers, LLC (ARE) visited 4113 Guadalupe St to perform a visual structural assessment of the exis&ng building in support of the proposed renova&on. The General Contractor had removed finishes at the loca&ons shown on the ALIGN Aus&n Architects Preliminary Demoli&on Exhibit dated August 14, 2026, and the exposed structure at those loca&ons was observed and measured. The findings below are based on the condi&ons that were accessible on the date of the visit. Condi&ons that remained concealed by finishes, flooring, or the roof deck were not observable and are not included in this assessment except where noted as an&cipated. Only visual observa&ons were made; no material tes&ng, destruc&ve inves&ga&on, or geotechnical inves&ga&on was performed. Building Descrip(cid:28)on The exis&ng building is a single-story wood-framed commercial retail building with a brick front facade at Guadalupe Street. The building is approximately 50 feet deep by 25 feet wide, with adjacent buildings on each side. The exis&ng structure appears to be on an independent founda&on, separate from the adjacent buildings. The gap between the exterior north wall and the adjacent building to the north is approximately 21 inches. A masonry wall of the adjacent building is located along the south side. Anderson Rohr Engineers, LLC – Structural Assessment Le(cid:25)er P a g e | 1 The primary structure consists of the following, as observed: • Founda&on: Timber piles embedded in the ground suppor&ng a 4x6 pressure-treated &mber beam at the perimeter. No concrete support was found at the &mber piles. The spacing of the piles could not be verified. • Floor: 2x6 floor joists at 24 inches on center bearing on the 4x6 &mber beam, with wood decking over. Joist spans could not be verified. • Walls: Load-bearing walls of 2x4 studs at 24 inches on center running the length of the building. The exterior finish on …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATIONS UNDER REVIEW FOR OCTOBER 7, 2026 MEETING This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 3 business days 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. Speaker Registration will open once the formal agenda is posted. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on September 2, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding progress on the development of the Central City District Plan by Olivia Beams, Planner Senior, Austin Planning. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 3. 4. PR-2026-053670 – 1109 Travis Heights Blvd. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Sta(cid:431): Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-086869 – 1005 E. 13th St. Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Sta(cid:431): Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-978-0766 Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on September 2, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 PR-2026-018321; HR-2026-112231; C14H-1982-0001-f – 916 Congress Ave. Larmour Block (F) Council District 9 Proposal: Reconstruct and construct a performance venue behind the existing façade. Applicant: Patrick Georgiou City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation O(cid:431)ice, 512-974-2727 HR-2026-114321 – 2406 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and construct an addition to a contributing building. Applicant: Felicia Foster City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-106327 – 2410 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Rogers-Washington-Holy Cross Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Construct two new residences. Applicant: Felicia Foster City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 HR-2026-104982 – 4309 Avenue D Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Remodel a contributing building and convert the garage into an additional housing unit. Applicant: Susan Pryor City Staff: Austin …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark 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. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) KEVIN KOCH (D-3) VACANT, VICE CHAIR (D-2) CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) JUDAH RICE (D-4) HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) AUGUST HARRIS III (D-10) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order 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 Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on September 2, 2026. BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding progress on the development of the Central City District Plan by Shanisha Johnson, Principal Planner and Olivia Beams, Senior Planner, Austin Planning. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Zoning 3. 4. PR-2026-053670 – 1109 Travis Heights Blvd. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Do not recommend historic zoning, as the property does not meet the required criteria. PR-2026-086869 – 1005 E. 13th St. Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Do not recommend historic zoning, as the property does not meet the required criteria. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. – POSTPONED BY APPLICANT Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on September 2, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant-requested postponement to the November 4, 2026 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 W. 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Historic Landmark Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live CURRENT COMMISSIONERS X BEN HEIMSATH, CHAIR (D-8) X CARL LAROSCHE (D-6) AB ROXANNE EVANS, VICE CHAIR (D-2) X AUGUST HARRIS III (D-10) X JEFFREY ACTON (MAYOR) AB TONYA PLEASANT-WRIGHT (D-1) X JAIME ALVAREZ (D-7) X JUDAH RICE (D-4) AB HARMONY GROGAN (D-5) X BAT TANIGUCHI (D-9) X KEVIN KOCH (D-3) Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Commissioner Rice, Commissioner Larosche, Commissioner Alvarez DRAFT MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:00PM PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Susan Moffat spoke about 4115 Avenue D. Bill Bunch spoke about the Barton Springs Bridge. Meghan King Namour provided updates from Preservation Austin. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on August 5, 2026. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Larosche. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 7-0. Commissioner Rice abstained. The motion passed. BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding a feasibility study for an addition to the Old Bakery Emporium building by Susan Hagerty, Project Manager, Austin Capital Delivery Services. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION ITEMS Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 3. 4. PR-2026-008188 – 1005 E. 8th St. – POSTPONED BY APPLICANT Robertson/Stuart & Mair Local Historic District Council District 1 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. (Postponed by applicant on August 5, 2026) Applicant: Robbie MacGregor City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant requested postponement to the October 7, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. MOTION: Postpone the public hearing to October 7, 2026 meeting per passage of the consent postponement agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Harris. Commissioner Larosche seconded the motion. Vote 8-0. The motion passed. HR-2026-101469; C14H-2025-0086 – 1712 Rio Grande St. Malcolm and Margaret Badger Reed House Council District 9 Proposal: Rehabilitate the exterior of a landmark and construct a rear addition. Applicant: Tere O’Connell City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the Certificate of Appropriateness in concurrence with Architectural Review Committee feedback. MOTION: Approve the …
Central City District Plan Historic Landmark Commission | October 2026 Austin Planning Agenda 01 Team Introduction 02 About the Project 03 Feedback to Future 04 Key Plan Content 05 Next Steps 2 Team Introductions Shanisha Johnson, PMP Project Lead/Principal Planner, City of Austin Romina Tafazzoli GIS Analyst/Senior Planner, City of Austin Chris Ryerson Division Manager, City of Austin Olivia Beams Senior Planner, City of Austin 3 About the Project Lamar Blvd. University Area Downtown Austin I- 35 South Central Waterfront About the Central City District Plan The 2011 Downtown Austin Plan is being updated as the Central City District Plan, including the University of Texas area and the South Central Waterfront. The Plan will create a 10-year blueprint for future growth and investments with a unified vision for improving land use, mobility, public spaces, and economic and cultural vibrancy in our urban core. It will align with existing citywide strategic plans and policies and seeks to build consensus for effective implementation. What Will This Plan Achieve? Community-informed vision and goals Place Types mapping to inform future development patterns Public realm and multimodal improvements Program, policy, project, and partnership recommendations Implementation Strategies 5 From Feedback to the Future Future of the Central City District ▪ Vision, Goals, Objectives, and Actions ▪ Online surveys, popups, and community open houses ▪ Stakeholder Advisory Group feedback ▪ Planning analysis ▪ Imagine Austin Place Types ▪ Existing projects and policies ▪ Interagency Technical Advisory Group feedback Central City District Plan 7 Growth Concept Map Existing Character: Areas expected to generally maintain their existing character and development pattern. Mid to High Density Mixed Use: Areas expected to accommodate the greatest residential growth while supporting existing nonresidential uses, particularly around light rail expansion and other infrastructure investments. Cultural & Entertainment: Areas that reinforce Austin’s cultural and entertainment focus, with development supporting community events, activities, retail, and dining. Transitional Mixed Use: Areas that provide transitions in development intensity through a mix of uses and densities, while maintaining existing scale and adapting existing structures where appropriate Adaptive Reuse: Areas with concentrations of architecturally or culturally significant buildings suited for adaptive reuse when feasible. Existing character is preserved while accommodating new businesses and additional residential density to suit evolving District Needs. 8 Key Plan Content Vision Statement The Central City District is a complete, connected, and livable district that supports housing, jobs, commerce, education, tourism, arts, culture, and recreation within …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PR-2026-053670 HLC DATE: October 7, 2026 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Gabe Joseph, Joseph Design Build HISTORIC NAME: WATERSHED: Lady Bird Lake ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1109 Travis Heights Boulevard, Austin, TX 78704 ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Do not recommend historic zoning, as the property does not meet the required criteria. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: Initiated historic zoning on September 2, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Greater South River City Combined Neighborhood Plan Contact Team, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Overton Family Committee, Preservation Austin, South Central Coalition, South River City Citizens Association, Zoning Committee of South River City Citizens DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: This property was designated as a contributing resource to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register historic district. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: Several Roy L. Moore buildings that retain more integrity than 1109 Travis Heights Blvd. have already been designated as City landmarks, including the Herbert and Alice Bohn House and the Stephen F. Austin Hotel. There are also other examples of Prairie Style design in the neighborhood, including nearby at 1310 Travis Heights Blvd, though this house does occupy a prominent location in the district. Finally, the associations with developer William T. Caswell as well as Elmer and Cora Young do not meet the designation requirements for historical associations. The Caswell Houses, located at 1404 and 1502 West Avenue, better embody the associations with the Caswell family. § 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. This American Foursquare house with Prairie School stylistic influences was constructed around 1920. The two-story house features a hipped roof with broad overhangs. The full-width, hipped-roof porch has a long, open span supported at …
Historical Information 6 – 7 The Austin Statesman; Austin, Tex.. 13 April 1924 (left) & The Austin American; Austin, Tex.. 26 February 1928 (right) 6 – 8 The Austin American (1914-1973); Austin, Tex.. 27 May 1934: 4. Charles J. Brunner obituary, The Austin American, 7/23/1933 (left) & Mrs. Kate H. Brunner obituary, The Austin Statesman, 2/2/1963 (right) 6 – 9 Photo of 1109 Travis Heights Blvd. featured in article on natural gas service, The Austin American, August 15, 1926 Permits 6 – 10 Water service permit, 1925
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION July 22, 2019 - 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting Council Chambers, Austin City Hall 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, Texas COMMISSION MEMBERS: Emily Reed, Chair Beth Valenzuela, Vice Chair Ben Heimsath Emily Hibbs Kevin Koch Mathew Jacob Kelly Little Terri Myers Alex Papavasiliou Blake Tollett Witt Featherston REVISED AGENDA a) b) c) NOTES ON HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION MEETINGS The first speaker signed up for each side of a contested public hearing will be allowed up to 5 minutes to speak. Any further speakers will be allowed up to 3 minutes. The Commission does not allow for the donation of time. The applicant or their agent may have a rebuttal after the conclusion of testimony of up to 3 minutes. Speakers should not repeat the testimony previously given on any case. Cases passed by the Commission on the consent agenda will not have a formal public hearing. If a citizen would like to speak on a case proposed for passage on the consent agenda, that person should make it known to the Chair of the Commission at the time of the reading of the consent agenda. Otherwise, the case will pass on consent, and there is no later recourse. In cases involving the review of demolition or relocation permit applications, the Commission may initiate a historic zoning case to further study the evidence regarding the potential of the subject property for landmark designation. If the Commission initiates a historic zoning case, the Commission will review the case again at its next regularly scheduled meeting for a recommendation regarding historic zoning. There will be no new notification sent out by the City stating the next hearing date. d) All public comments must be received by staff by 1 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Staff cannot forward public comments to commissioners after this time. 1. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first three speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address items not posted on the agenda. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. June 24, 2019 3. BRIEFINGS, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION A. Heritage Grant Program By Melissa Alvarado 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC ZONING, DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC DISTRICT 1 ZONING, AND REQUESTS TO CONSIDER THE INITIATION OF A HISTORIC ZONING CASE 1. HDP-2019-0180 – Tuke-Lyon Store – Discussion 220 …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: PR-2026-086869 HLC DATE: October 7, 2026 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Joseph Design Build HISTORIC NAME: WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1005 East 13th Street ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 1 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Do not recommend historic zoning, as the property does not meet the required criteria. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: Initiated historic zoning on September 2, 2026 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Neighborhoods Council, Del Valle Community Coalition, East Austin Conservancy, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Organization of Central East Austin Neighborhoods , Overton Family Committee , Preservation Austin, Swede Hill Neighborhood Association, Waterloo Greenway DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2016 East Austin Historic Resource Survey recommends the building as eligible for designation as a local landmark and as a contributing resource to a potential local historic district. However, additional research did not reveal sufficient historical associations to recommend historic zoning. 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. This wide, single-story house was built with National Folk elements and features an inset porch at the northeast corner. The porch is supported by a single metal support structure in the front corner which is attached to a short metal rail. The front door is set at the rear of the porch, next to a single- hung window. A tripartite window assembly is present at the other half of the front façade, surrounded by ample wood trim painted blue. Narrow wood siding clads the entire house and, while sagging in some areas, is overall in repairable condition. Due to the width of the house, the moderately pitched hipped roof form visually dominates over the property. It is clad in composition shingle and features a …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness October 7, 2026 PR-2026-008188; GF-2026-025308 Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District 1005 East 8th Street 5 – 1 Proposal Demolish a ca. 1906 house listed as contributing to a local historic district. Architecture The house at 1005 East 8th St. was likely originally constructed as a single story building, with the sloping elevation of the site creating a crawlspace or cellar to the east side of the building footprint. Since its construction, this has been enclosed, and a rear addition built, increasing the enclosed area of the building. However, the U-shaped form and Folk Victorian elements still read legibly, and decorative elements, especially at the front porch and gable ends, remain present. The integrity of the architecture is strong and the property remains contributing to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair historic district. Research For the first 30 years after construction, the property went through a series of renters, made up of families and individuals employed by various local industries and services, including carpenters, foundry workers, and porters. The first long term owners were Ernest & Marie Kemp, who operated a local grocery. Marie Kemp continued to live at the address after her husband’s death, but by the 1950s, the property was vacant before becoming subdivided for oil industry and other professional offices. A third housing unit was added in 1970, indicating that this property continued use as residential rentals. An overnight fire occurred at the property on November 12th, 20251. Department Comments This application will time out on October 13, 2026. Property Evaluation The property contributes to the Robertson/Stuart & Mair Historic District. Staff Recommendation Grant the applicant requested postponement to the November 4, 2026 Historic Landmark Commission meeting. 1 “Firefighter injured in East Austin house fire, investigation underway”. https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/afd-responding-to- house-fire-in-east-austin-no-injuries-reported Location Map 5 – 2 Property Information Photos 5 – 3 Texas Historical Commission, photograph, May 29, 1975. The Portal to Texas History. Google Streetview, 2024 5 – 4 Site visit, showing fire damage (see backup for additional photos), May 2026 Occupancy History City Directory Research, March 2026 1959 1957 1955 1952 1949 1947 1944 1941 1939 1935 1932 1929 1927 1924 Offices: Norman Texas Company; Roche Oil Company; Pierre Aubuchon, engineer; Hamco Oil & Drilling Vacant Vacant Joseph & Maria Tamayo, owners; painter at South Lamar Automotive Service Same as above Alfredo, Joseph, and Maria Tamayo, renters; mechanic at Bergstrom Airfield Anna …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness October 7, 2026 C14H-1982-0001-f; PR-2026-018321, HR-2026-112231 Larmour Block F 916 Congress Avenue 6 – 1 Proposal Install a new storefront and security grille. Install egress doors in wall between 916 and 918 Congress Avenue. Retroactively permit raised wooden deck and pavers, installed behind the façade. Project Specifications 1) The proposed new fenestration includes fully glazed aluminum fire doors between 916 and 918 Congress. 2) The proposed new storefront comprises three bays. It features molded wood trim, transom windows above each bay, and a wood trifold door at the central bay. The flanking openings are infilled with metal security grilles and gates. 3) The project includes retroactive approval of pavers and an event stage constructed previously without historic review at the rear of the now-exterior courtyard. Architecture Two-part 1876 commercial block with Italianate stylistic influences, limestone masonry, and arched second-floor windows with decorative stonework. The original storefront was lost, likely during the 1930s or 1940s. See Department Comments for discussion of previous modifications. 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 1.1 Do not remove intact historic material from the exterior of a building. Removal of historic material occurred prior to the current proposal. See Department Comments above. 1.2 Always attempt repair first. Replacement should only be undertaken when absolutely necessary, and for the smallest area possible. The proposed project seeks to replace some of the missing storefront elements. 1.3 When historic material must be replaced due to damage or deterioration, replacement materials should look the same, perform reliably within the existing construction, and, in most cases, be made of the same material. The proposed new storefront is constructed of wood trim with a wooden door and security grilles. While the trim is appropriate, the security grilles in place of glazed or partially glazed fenestration are not, and the transom windows are not appropriately glazed. 1.4 Do not attempt to re-create an architectural detail or element without proof that it existed on the building historically. Documentation can be physical (traces on the building), written (such as building plans), or photographic. The proposed new front storefront is similar in proportions to the previous storefront, with two exceptions: …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS C14H-82-0001-F 916 CONGRESS AVENUE C.2 - 1 MARCH 26, 2007 PROPOSAL Remove existing second-story window and replace with a new steel-framed door in the shape and profile of the existing window; construct a new steel deck and canopy across the front of the building. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The proposed replacement door will have a pained steel frame with a profile and configuration matching the existing window. The proposed new deck and canopy will be constructed of painted steel columns with a painted steel guardrail in an X-pattern and a perforated metal scalloped-edge canopy with a cloverleaf pattern to complement the cloverleaf pattern on the quoins of the building. The ceiling of the canopy will be pressed tin with recessed lighting. The floor of the deck will be tiled. STANDARDS FOR REVIEW The Commission’s Standards for Review of applications for Certificates of Appropriateness include: · Do not destroy the distinguishing original qualities or character of a building, structure, or site and its environment. Avoid the removal or alteration of any historic material or distinctive architectural features. · Recognize all buildings, structures, and sites as products of their own time. Do not construct alterations which have no historical basis and which seek to create an earlier appearance. · Treat with sensitivity distinctive stylistic features or examples of skilled craftsmanship which characterize a building, structure, or site. · Repair, rather than replace deteriorated architectural features wherever possible. In the event replacement is necessary, the new material should match the material being replaced in composition, design, color, texture, and other visual qualities. Base the repair or replacement of missing architectural features on accurate duplications of features, substantiated by historical, physical, or pictorial evidence rather than on conjectural designs or the availability of different architectural elements from other buildings or structures. · Contemporary designs for alterations and additions to existing properties are appropriate when such alterations and additions do not destroy significant historic, architectural, or cultural material and such design is compatible with the size, scale, color, material, and character of the property, neighborhood, or environment. STAFF COMMENTS The front of this building was extensively renovated in 1982, when the non-historic storefront was replaced. Historic photographs of the Larmour Block show canopies with decks across the fronts of the buildings. The canopy and deck at 916 Congress Avenue appears to have a scalloped three-bay fascia across the front, although the …
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• Existing Cast Iron Columns to Remain In‐Place • No modifications to historic masonry façade • New Paint on existing wood storefront system will be provided. • New Glazing Putty will be provided only as necessary on existing wood storefront system. Renderings courtesy of Michael Hsu Office of Architecture 916 Congress – Historic Facade SIXTHRIVER ARCHITECTS | AUSTIN, TEXAS 916 Congress – Elevations SIXTHRIVER ARCHITECTS | AUSTIN, TEXAS Renderings courtesy of Michael Hsu Office of Architecture 916 Congress – Elevations SIXTHRIVER ARCHITECTS | AUSTIN, TEXAS Renderings courtesy of Michael Hsu Office of Architecture Historic Façade Faceted Glazing Area of New Faceted Glazing • Previously Approved Plans showed “flat” glazing design @ Level 3. • Current Building design shows enhanced design feature of “faceted” glazing design @ Level 3. • This minor modification enhances the visual connection between the new structure and the existing faceted glazing at the historic ground level entry. • 3rD Floor glazing design enhances visual separation between historic and new, and creates a traditional “belt‐line” floor, breaking building mass into classical proportions of base, middle, top. 916 Congress – Façade Articulation SIXTHRIVER ARCHITECTS | AUSTIN, TEXAS Renderings courtesy of Michael Hsu Office of Architecture EACH PANEL IS APPROX. 6” X 60” INSTALLATION PHOTO OF OKO‐SKIN INSTALLATION PHOTO OF OKO‐SKIN – EXAMPLE OF PRODUCT’S MASONRY‐LIKE COLOR VARIATION • Previously Approved Plans showed masonry cladding on rear of building. • Current Building design shows rain screen panel cladding on rear of building. • Architect, owner, and contractor have logistical and safety concerns of installing brick masonry above adjacent structures. • Fiber cement panels are lighter, larger, and require far less structural support, while providing a varied, natural texture similar to a masonry wall. • • System Specified is a high‐end European product produced by Reider, called “OKO‐Skin” “Fiber Cement” is not synonymous with “Hardie.” No Hardie Products are specified or desired. 916 Congress – Masonry VS. Fiber Cement SIXTHRIVER ARCHITECTS | AUSTIN, TEXAS Renderings courtesy of Michael Hsu Office of Architecture SAMPLE OF STANDING SEAM METAL WALL PANELS – PREVIOUSLY APPROVED DESIGN. INSTALLATION PHOTO OF OKO‐SKIN VARIED PANEL PROFILES AND COLORS CURRENTLY SPECIFIED EXAMPLE OF OIL‐CANNING PRESENT IN STANDING SEAM INSTALLATIONS • Previously Approved Plans showed standing seam metal panel system. Design team has concerns about oil‐canning of these panels. • Current design uses higher‐end, more commercial‐grade system better‐suited for installation in this location, no oil‐canning. • 3 profiles …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness October 7, 2026 HR-2026-114321 Rogers Washington Holy Cross Historic District 2406 East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard 7 – 1 Proposal Rehabilitate a contributing property and construct a rear addition. Project Specifications 1) Repair existing exterior cladding including horizontal siding and stone skirt, replace street-facing windows, construct a small utility addition at the rear of the existing carport. 2) Construct a small, one-room addition behind the main house. Architecture The property is a single story ranch house with a corner inset carport. There is a stone clad skirt around the perimeter of the front façade, with the remainder of the walls clad with horizontal wood siding. There are two sets of paired windows at the front, but it is not certain if the units are replacements. The roof is a shallow pitched side gable form. Design Standards The Rogers Washington Holy Cross Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 4. Alterations to Contributing Properties 4.1. Exterior walls Exterior wall materials at the rear addition are proposed to match the horizontal-oriented siding of the main house. Trim around windows are to be of similar dimension to existing as well. As the addition will be minimally visible from the street, there is little concern about the material matching too closely, and the rear-projecting shape of the addition gives indication that it is a later addition. Existing wall materials are to be retained, and should be repaired or refinished to bring them back into serviceable condition. Where cladding is too damaged to be repaired, it should be patched with matching material. The Historic Preservation Office must be alerted if substantial material loss is encountered for guidance on how to proceed. 4.2. Roofs A TPO roof is proposed for the addition, which will not exceed the height of the overall roof structure for the original house. While this material will not match the historic exactly, it is compatible and will allow the addition to be read as from a later date of construction. 4.4. Porches and entrances Existing front porch and entrance is to be retained in its orientation. 4.5. Windows Front windows are proposed to be replaced with fixtures of a similar size, appropriate to their respective wall in material, and openings. In keeping with the design standards, window frames must not be …
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 1 HOLY CROSS HEIGHTS AUSTIN, TX. TRAVIS COUNTY LOT SIZE: IMP. COVER: 6843 SF 35.8% IMPERVIOUS COVER AREA CHART PROJECT SCOPE: NAME EXISTING SLAB PROPOSED SLAB EXISTING DRIVEWAY PROPOSED DECK EXISITNG SHED AC PAD IMPERVIOUS COVER TOTAL: AREA 1,184.83 SF 152.20 SF 828.55 SF 120.00 SF 156.93 SF 9.00 SF 2,451.51 SF REMODEL - ADDITION Existing one story 2 Br, 1 Ba woodframe on Pier beam. Remodel kitchen, convert bedroom to bath and add new bedroom (2 Br 2 Ba) SF-3-HD-NP 19" PECAN MULTI-TRUNK N80° 53'17" E 51.24' 5' P.U.E. (PER PLAT) SHED LOT 1 6843 SF HOLY CROSS HEIGHTS (8/27) UNCOVERED DECK NEW ADDITION 4 ' - 1 1 " 4 2 ' - 3 " 4 7 ' - 7 " ) T A L P R E P ( . E . U P . ' 5 ' 2 1 . 0 2 1 W ' " 5 3 2 3 ° 8 0 N ' 9 9 . 9 1 1 W ' " 8 0 7 1 ° 9 0 N ) T A L P R E P ( . . E . U P C R T C E L E I ' 5 17" PECAN MULTI-TRUNK EXISTING 1 STORY WOOD HOUSE. APPROX. 931 SQ. FT. BUILDING FOOTPRINT R 15' - 0" R 15' - 0" " 5 - ' 0 3 " 0 - ' 5 2 PROPOSED ADDITION OUTSIDE OF REQUIRED ELECTRICAL CLEARANCE 5' - 6" 40' - 11" 6' - 2" PLT LVL 01 8' - 0" F.F. LVL 01 0" 23" MAGNOLIA 2 5 ' - 4 " EXISTING CONCRETE DRIVEWAY REFER TO AE LETTER FOR DRIVE OVERHEAD ELECTRIC LINES POWER POLE R E N N U R E T E R C N O C 7' - 7" 7'-6" MIN. REQUIRED CLEARANCE FROM OVERHEAD ELECTRICAL LINES - NEED TO VERIFY ON FIELD 4 REAR ELEVATION ELECTRICAL CLEARANCE 1/8" = 1'-0" (22x34) 1/8" = 1'-0" (11x17) S80° 45'23" W 52.80' EXISTING CONCRETE WALK SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE NORTH POWER POLE 2410 E. MLK JR BLVD 1 01 - Plan - Site - 1"=10' 1" = 10'-0" (22x34) 1/8" = 1'-0" (11x17) Felicia Foster, Principal, Assoc. AIA, CPBD 512.637.4426 barroncustomdesign.com info@barroncustomdesign.com These Plans have been Prepared by Felicia B. Foster, CPBD # 44-719 Stamp and Signature Provided in Blue on originals for Regulatory Submittals. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION STAMPED …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness October 7, 2026 HR-2026-106327 Rogers Washington Holy Cross Historic District 2410 East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard 8 – 1 Proposal Construct two housing units on a vacant lot. Project Specifications 1) At an existing vacant lot, construct two housing units utilizing the HOME ordinance. Each housing unit will be two-stories and will be of similar size, with one located directly behind the other. 2) Construct a driveway at the western edge of the lot to provide for off-street parking. Architecture The existing property is a vacant lot, with no record of permanent structures ever built on the site. Design Standards The Rogers Washington Holy Cross Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: General Standards 2. Lot Configuration The subject lot was created as a result of subdividing 2406 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. While the design standards prohibit the replatting of lots, this situation may be unique in the district. The original 2406 property was much wider than the typical lot in the neighborhood, and it is bisected by a utility easement that prevents a single structure that uses the entire street frontage from being constructed. Additionally, the two properties immediately to the rear of the 2406 lot both have single-family structures on them. Given these circumstances, the development patterns of the larger district are maintained even through the lot subdivision. 3. Site and Site Elements 3.2. Driveways Proposed driveway is concrete in material. There is no existing driveway on the property, and the proposed work requires a new curb cut on E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The layout of the driveway will be consistent with the standards with regard to design and width, and will terminate at two carports located within the footprint of the two housing units. No circular or semi-circular layout is proposed. 3.7. Mechanical and energy conservation equipment Proposed mechanical equipment is to be located between the two units and not visible from the street. 8. New Construction of Infill (Principal Buildings and Accessory Dwelling Units) 8.1. Orientation, Setbacks, and Height The front housing unit will be oriented toward the street, and will have a similar setback to contributing resources. The overall height of the new buildings will be close to the 27 foot maximum outlined in the design standards. However, the two …
DRIVEWAY TYPE I - NOTES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. "ZERO" CURB AT PT OR SIDEWALK EDGE, WHICHEVER IS ENCOUNTERED FIRST. THE DRIVEWAY EDGE SHALL BE SMOOTHLY TRANSITIONED INTO THE SIDEWALK BEGINNING AT THE RADIUS PC LINE IF DIMENSION IS LESS THAN 1.5 METERS (5 FEET), REMOVE CURB AND GUTTER TO EXISTING JOINT AND POUR MONOLITHICALLY WITH THE DRIVEWAY. IF THE BASE IS OVER EXCAVATED WHERE THE CURB AND GUTTER WAS REMOVED, BACKFILL WITH CONCRETE MONOLITHICALLY WITH THE DRIVEWAY. ALL DRIVEWAYS MUST BE CONSTRUCTED WITHIN THE STREET FRONTAGE OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY AS DETERMINED BY EXTENDING THE SIDE PROPERTY LINES TO THE CURB DRIVEWAYS SHALL NOT EXCEED 70% OF A LOTS' STREET FRONTAGE TYPE I DRIVEWAYS ARE TO BE LOCATED NO CLOSER TO THE CORNER OF INTERSECTING RIGHTS-OF-WAY THAN 60% OF PARCEL FRONTAGE OR 15 METERS (50 FEET) WHICHEVER IS LESS. DRIVEWAYS SHALL NOR BE CONSTRUCTED WITHIN THE CURB RETURN OF A STREET INTERSECTION. SINGLE FAMILY LOTS LIMITED TO ONE DRIVEWAY EXCEPT FOR APPROVED SEMICIRCULAR DRIVES. WHEN TWO DRIVEWAYS ARE USED(ONE PER UNIT;TWO MAXIMUM) FOR DUPLEXES AND TOWN HOMES, SINGLE FAMILY STANDARDS SHALL APPLY. WHILE THE PROPERTY OWNER REMAINS RESPONSIBLE FOR GRADE BREAKS WITHIN PRIVATE PROPERTY, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SHOULD BE CONSULTED WHERE THE DRIVEWAY IS ESSENTIAL TO EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS AND "G2" IS GREATER THAN 15%. "G1" PLUS "D" SHOULD NOT EXCEED 15%. SEE TRANSPORTATION MANUAL SECTION 5 FOR OTHER APPROVED MATERIAL, FOR CURB AND GUTTER EXPANSION JOINTS. USE 12MM (½") ASPHALT BOARD, OR OTHER APPROVED MATERIAL, FOR CURB AND GUTTER EXPANSION JOINTS. THE SIDEWALK, REGARDLESS OF ITS LOCATION WITH RESPECT TO THE CURB OR PROPERTY LINE, SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE DRIVEWAY AT THESE LOCATIONS. PLACE AN EXPANSION JOINT DOWN THE CENTER OF ALL DRIVEWAYS. WATER METER BOXES AND WASTEWATER CLEAN OUTS ARE PROHIBITED FROM BEING LOCATED IN DRIVEWAY AREAS. EXPANSION JOINT CENTERLINE EXPANSION JOINT SEE DETAIL BELOW AND NOTE 14 ON SHEET 4 OF 4 0.6 m (2'-0'') TYP. R.O.W. 1.2 m (4'-0'') MIN. 2% MAX. SLOPE SIDEWALK TIE-IN LOCATION. SEE NOTE 13 SEE DRIVEWAY CRITERIA CHART BELOW PT SEE NOTE 1 EXIST. JOINT SAW-CUT & EXP. JT. PC TRANSITION TO ZERO CURB MATCH CATCH/SPILL GUTTER SECTION OF EXIST. CURB & GUTTER PLAN SEE NOTE 2. R.O.W. A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING SIDEWALK TIE-IN LOCATION. SEE NOTE 13 R INLET B CURB & GUTTER 3 m (10'-0'') MIN. NOTE: …
