HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Monday, December 14, 2020 – 6:00 p.m. VIA VIDEOCONFERENCING COMMISSION MEMBERS: X X X X X X Terri Myers, Chair Ben Heimsath, Vice Chair Witt Featherston Mathew Jacob Kevin Koch Kelly Little X X X X Trey McWhorter Alex Papavasiliou Blake Tollett Beth Valenzuela Caroline Wright CALL TO ORDER AGENDA CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. November 16, 2020 – Offered for consent approval MOTION: Approve item 1.A on the consent agenda by Myers, Heimsath seconds. Vote: 10–0. 2. PRESENTATIONS, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION A. Presentation on the Austin Central Fire Station #1 – 401 E. 5th Street Speaker in favor: Rob Robbins Exterior modifications to the Austin Central Fire Station #1 will include a rear addition and increase in height of overhead doors to meet modern emergency vehicle requirements. Commissioners were supportive of the design as proposed and offered feedback on the door enlargement. 1 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC ZONING, DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC DISTRICT ZONING, AND REQUESTS TO CONSIDER THE INITIATION OF A HISTORIC ZONING CASE A.1. HDP-2020-0440 – 416 W. 12th Street – Discussion Proposal: Commission-initiated zoning of the National Register-listed Delta Kappa Gamma Society Building Property owner’s representative: Michael Whellan City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, Historic Preservation Office, 974-6454 Staff Recommendation: Recommend historic zoning. Speakers in favor: Robert Bass James P. Allison Speakers in opposition: Michael Whellan Michael Gaudini Clara Wineberg Melissa Neslund Candace Martin Heather Vockins Hilda Diaz Marcia Kirkland Kevin Sooch Ingibjörg Jónasdóttir Clinton Sayers Whitney Simon Becky Sadowski Nita Scott MOTION: Recommend historic zoning based on the building’s historic associations and architecture by Tollett, Koch seconds. Vote: 8–0–2 (Featherston and Jacob abstaining). Vote retaken without a motion to reconsider. Vote: 9–0–1 (Featherston abstaining). B. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR CERTIFICATES OF APPROPRIATENESS B.1. C14H-1982-0004 – Application approved administratively by staff in accordance with Commission decision regarding the window replacements. No further action is required. Miller-Searight House, 5400 Freidrich Lane Council District 2 2 Proposal: Replace all windows with solid vinyl windows. Applicant: Vince Hauser, architect City Staff: Steve Sadowsky, Historic Preservation Office, 974-6454 No action taken. B.2. C14H-2009-0021 – Postponement request by applicant to January 25, …
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Page 1 of 1 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** We the undersigned are strongly opposed to the application for demolition of 1517 Murray Lane. We have worked very hard in establishing the Old West Murray Lane would undermine the integrity of all that we have worked for to assure the preservation of this unique and historic neighborhood. A detailed Mayor Adler Council Person Tovo Historic Landmark Commissioners Historic Landmark Staff Robyn & Roy Leamon 1513 Murray Ln. Lori Holleran & Jordan Steiker 1515 Murray Ln. Rick Russell & Kathleen Smith 1519 Murray Ln Bill Attal 1511 Murray Ln. Glenda Flanagan 1509 Murray Ln. Clara Heironimus & Bob Kelly 1502 Murray Ln Ellie Hutcheson 1504 Murray Ln. Becky & Dennard Gilpin 1503 Murray Ln Edward Blaine 1507 West Lynn Sheila Fleming 1500 West Lynn Gabrielle Sheshunoff & Rudolf Bekink 1710 Windsor Rd Lil and Wally Loewenbaum 1708 Windsor Rd Note that a letter of opposition by the Old Enfield Homeowners Association has a been filed with the HLC under separate cover CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. mhtml:file://C:\Users\ContrerasK\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.... 1/22/2021
Vote For: Against: Abstain: Absent: RECOMMENDATION REGARDING NOMINEE TO THE AUSTIN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION BOARD Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation 20210125-004A WHEREAS, the Historic Landmark Commission has been afforded an opportunity to appoint an individual to serve on the board of the Austin Economic Development Corporation (AEDC); and WHEREAS, at the December 14, 2020 meeting, the commission delegated to the Preservation Plan Committee the receipt and consideration of nominees for the AEDC; and WHEREAS, the Preservation Plan Committee is comprised of commissioners Terri Myers, Alex Papavasiliou, Beth Valenzuela, and Ben Heimsath; and WHEREAS, the committee received a total of three (3) nominations with the required applications and paperwork, for Ben Heimsath, Alyson McGee, and Bradford Patterson; and WHEREAS, the committee met on January 21, 2021 to consider nominees; each candidate attended to present their credentials and answer questions from the committee, and Mr. Heimsath participated as a candidate rather than a committee member; and WHEREAS, the three (3) committee members in attendance voted unanimously to recommend Bradford Patterson to the Historic Landmark Commission at its January 25, 2021 meeting; and WHEREAS, Mr. Patterson meets the criteria for nomination to the AEDC: he is a resident of the city of Austin; holds a strong background, understanding, and familiarity with historic preservation and its connections to economic development through his statewide work as the Director of Community Heritage Development at the Texas Historical Commission; understands the organization’s role; and has committed to regular attendance on the working board; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Historic Landmark Commission of the City of Austin: The commission hereby nominates Bradford Patterson as the Historic Landmark Commission appointee to the Austin Economic Development Corporation. Motioned by: __________ Seconded by: __________ ADOPTED: January 25, 2021 ATTEST:______________________________ Terri Myers, Chair, Historic Landmark Commission
Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: Clayton Maxwell Friday, January 22, 2021 12:31 PM PAZ Preservation Support for Case Number HR-20-184510 Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello, This message is for Andrew Rice, the Historic Landmark Commission, and any others working on this case. My name is Clayton Maxwell and I am writing to you in favor of a proposed project at 121 Laurel Lane. My husband and I live at 113, Laure Lane, and we, like other neighbors on our street, support Rindi McDonald's improvements on her garage apartment. The public hearing date for the project is January 25th and the case number is HR‐20‐184510. Please let those who are working on the case, particularly Andrew Rice, know that we are happy to talk to him if he'd like more information. We are proud of street and are in favor of this improvement to it. Warmly, Clayton Maxwell ‐‐ Clayton Maxwell Freelance Writer 1 Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: The Willis Family Thursday, January 21, 2021 8:15 PM PAZ Preservation Historic Case Number: HR-20-184510 Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** My husband, Patrick, and I (Julie Willis) live at 3115 Hemphill Park. We are writing specifically to Andrew Rice and the Historic Landmark Commission about: — Public Hearing date‐January 25, 2021 — Historic Case Number: HR‐20‐184510 — Address‐121 Laurel Ln. We just wanted to let Mr. Rice and the Commission know that we’ve heard from Rindi and Don about their garage apartment project and we support their effort, believing it will improve not just their property but the neighborhood at large, and trusting in their regard for and ability to meet historic guidelines. Thank you, Julie Willis CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: Rick Russell Friday, January 22, 2021 6:19 PM PAZ Preservation 1517 Murray Lane Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Commission Members, Old Enfield is home to some of the most historic and iconic houses in all of Austin. The Pease mansion, Butler Mansion and the stately homes that line Niles, Windsor and West Lynn are often a destination for visitors who want to get a sense of a part of Austin’s past. Nearby Murray lane is a modest street of primarily bungalow style homes from the 1920s. These houses are of appropriate size and scale for lot size. Though small in stature, these homes remain dignified and important contributors, even in the shadow of some of the higher profile homes noted. Our 1519 Murray Lane home was in significant disrepair when purchased 12 years ago. When seeking an architect to revive the home we rejected proposals from two architects. One suggested demolition, another a severe revision and modernization. We opted for a 3rd who chose to respect the original house design. In some way, the architect seemed to let the house speak into it’s future. Our strong preference – and appeal – is for the new owners to take a comparable approach and use their existing home as the starting point for future development and to not bring it down. Our appeal to the commission is to disallow the removal of this contributing home for the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. Rick Russell 1519 Murray Lane CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1 Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: Sadowsky, Steve Friday, January 22, 2021 3:35 PM PAZ Preservation Fw: 1519 and 1517 Murray Lane Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged Steve Sadowsky Historic Preservation Officer City of Austin, Texas 974‐6454 From: noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov <noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov> on behalf of City of Austin <noreply@coadigital.onbehalfof.austintexas.gov> Sent: Friday, January 22, 2021 3:28 PM To: Sadowsky, Steve <Steve.Sadowsky@austintexas.gov> Subject: 1519 and 1517 Murray Lane This message is from Kathleen Smith. Dear Mr. Sadowsky, 1519 and 1517 Murray Ln. appear to be designed by the same architect. Our homes share the signature eyebrow …
1510 PALMA PLAZA OLD WEST AUSTIN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT Demolish a triplex at 1510 Palma Plaza and construct a new duplex Austin, TX 78703 Date: January 22, 2020 PROPOSAL TABLE OF CONTENTS • Historic Designation Criteria • Structural Engineer Report • Photos of Existing Structure • New Construction Drawings • Historical Association • Preliminary Report of Required Repairs 1 1510 Palma Plaza LDC 25-2-352 – Historic Designation Criteria 1. 2. The property is at least 50 years old as it was built in 1925 (per TCAD). The property does not retain a high degree of integrity as it was altered from a single family home to a duplex in 1962 and then to a triplex in 1963 which included an extra driveway and two additional entrances. 3. Property characteristics: a) This property is not individually listed in the National Register of Historic Places b) Demonstration of significance: i. ii. ARCHITECTURE: The building contains some Spanish influences but it does not appear to be architecturally significant. HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION: A. Howard Osburn and Augusta Osburn occupied the property for approximately 20 years in the 1920s to 1940s. However, there does not appear to be significant historical associations. A. Howard Osburn worked in real estate and insurance but was not responsible for any notable innovation or significant civic service. Augusta Osburn managed a circulating library and the segregated Austin Country Club for approximately 6 to 8 years. iii. ARCHAEOLOGY: The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. iv. COMMUNITY VALUE: the property does not appear to possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the community, Austin, or Texas as a whole. v. LANDSCAPE FEATURES: The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. 2 3 4 1510 Palma Plaza Demolition permits issued in 2006 and again in 2007 • A previous owner was issued demolition permits by the City of Austin on two separate occasions 2006 Building Permit 2007 Building Permit 2007 Building Permit 5 1510 Palma Plaza EXISTING STRUCTURE FRONT/SOUTH FACADE WEST FACADE WEST FACADE EAST FACADE EAST FACADE BACK/NORTH FACADE 6 1510 Palma Plaza EXISTING STRUCTURE PIER & BEAM COMPROMISED WALL ROTTING BEAMS SYSTEM CMU BLOCK AT PIERS CRACK AT CHIMNEY CEILING CRACK 7 …
Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged Tom Reeder Saturday, January 23, 2021 1:09 PM PAZ Preservation Fw: Case Number PR-20-186435 - 1904 MOUNTAIN VIEW RD 1949 Acme Brick Experiment.pdf; giesecke article.pdf; ceramic house 6 pg 2.tiff; House of Tomorrow_ 1950.pdf; Marilyn Bartons Freeze 1983.jpg; 1993_05_08_Austin_American- Statesman_Tom_Reeder_obit.pdf; 2016_03_08_Austin_American-Statesman_Marilyn_Reeder_obit (1).pdf *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** ATTN: Andrew Rice I received the Notice of Public Hearing for a demolition permit for the home at 1904 Mountain View Rd. As of last fall, however, I am no longer the owner of the home. In any event, I would like to supplement the information already included in the meeting notes with the hope that it would shed light on the historic importance of the home. I am the son of the second owners of the property, Tom & Marilyn Reeder, who owned the property from 1976 to 2016. Following the death of my mother in 2016, I purchased my brothers' shares of the home and worked to restore it to its original, historic condition, with the aim of seeking historic zoning. Although I would like to move back to Austin where I lived for 20 years, I have been unable to do so due to family commitments here in Virginia. Early in 2020, I leased the home to a tenant with an option to buy, believing that he would try to finish the restoration project that I had started and make it his home. I believe he made that effort, but he concluded that it would not work for him. Unfortunately for me, he exercised the option and flipped the property to a developer late in 2020. I believe the home is an important part of Austin's architectural history and would be happy participate in the hearing if helpful and permitted. I would especially like to highlight the historic aspects of the design and construction of the home. It was one of seven houses designed in a research project conducted by the College of Engineering at the University of Texas with the financial assistance of the Acme Brick Company. Enclosed are two documents describing the project, The first is the pamphlet published by the Acme Brick Company with details of the project (1904 Mountain View is House Number 6). The second is an article by Prof. F.E. Giesecke with additional information about the project. …
1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 North (front) elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Eastern elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Eastern elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Rear addition – eastern elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Western elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Rear addition – western elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Southern (rear) elevation 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 1207 Taylor Street – Demolition Application City of Austin – Historic Landmark Commission – January 25, 2021 Architectural/Structural Inspections Ed Hughey, AIA – “Having been in it a number of times, I have significant reservations about attempting to keep the structure: 1. The stone façade is in disrepair, with areas that are unstable and needing rebuilt. 2. The stone façade was not properly installed / ventilated and has introduced improper air flow around and under the house. After many years of non-maintenance, moisture damage has become a big issue for supporting walls behind the stone, around all doors and windows, and at roof / wall intersections. 3. Exterior wall framing / exterior trim / exterior wall cladding is heavily deteriorated around the entirety of the structure. Likely all will need to be fully repaired / replaced in order to: a. Repair the extensive rot and pest damage. b. Bring the structure up to current building code, which would be applied to this re-build. Interior of the home is in atrocious condition, having been occupied by a hoarder for many years -- it is rotting from the inside out. The extent of …
Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Jim Hightower Sunday, January 24, 2021 1:17 PM PAZ Preservation Printer; Melody Byrd; Mac Martinez Attn: Andrew Rice / Case # PR-20-183612 1601 Brackenridge St. Objection to Demo.pdf Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello Andrew and the Historic Preservation Commission. Attached you will find my official objection form concerning the property at 1601 Brackenridge Street. Please consider the following statement my official comment regarding the matter. I appreciate you giving me the opportunity to express my opinion on preserving the history of my neighborhood and our fine city. Sincerely, Jim Hightower I am filing this as my objection to the permit for demolition of the home at 1601 Brackenridge. I believe this home is of historical significance in light of the role of William H. Davis and Lettie Webster Davis in what is now the Teas School for the Deaf. The Texas School for the Deaf and the community it has served are an important part of the history of South Congress; the Davis home at 1601 Brackenridge is an extension and symbol of that importance. Further, the Craftsman architecture exhibited by this home contributes to the architectural integrity of our neighborhood. It along with the other examples of Craftsman homes in the area work together to form a more cohesive architectural community of interest. The home's listing as contributing to the pending Travis Heights‐Fairview Park National Register Historic District makes it imperative that this home be saved from demolition. The home should be more appropriately designated as a historic landmark. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: Candace Volz Sunday, January 24, 2021 11:25 AM PAZ Preservation 2803 Bonnie Rd Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** To the Historic Preservation Office‐ I am opposed to the proposed demolition of 2803 Bonnie Rd. The Nalle Co. bought this property in 10/20 for almost $1.3 million, and not because it’s a charming, historic house with its original integrity intact. No, they bought it for redevelopment and profit. Builders/ developers are profiting off of our historic inner city neighborhoods. They see them as blank fields in the suburbs ready for new construction. But these neighborhoods are not that. They’re Austin’s history and character. 2803 Bonnie will end up shoveled into an Austin landfill. It’s building materials and the energy embodied in them will be trashed. This is a fabulous way to ring our city‐ the one that’s working toward zero waste‐with overflowing landfills of building materials that are far superior to modern materials: fully dimensional old growth lumber, solid metal hardware, kitchen cabinets that aren’t substantially plastic, hardwood floors, operable sash windows that can actually be refurbished when needed. Please‐ tell Nalle NO. Tell them to stick to the fields on the edge of Austin. Thank you, Candace Volz CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
Brummett, Elizabeth From: Sent: To: Subject: Lawrence Mathis Monday, January 25, 2021 12:58 PM PAZ Preservation Case No HR-20-184510, Hearing Date January 25, 2021 Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Follow up Flagged *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution *** Attn: Andrew Rice, Historic Landmark Commission I am the next door neighbor of 121 Laurel Lane. I live at 119 Laurel Lane. I have reviewed the plans provided by Rindi McDonald and Don Harris for their garage apartment and it is totally satisfactory to me. Like a lot of old structures in the neighborhood, their existing garage is obviously beyond a simple repair. The new structure as designed appears compatible with the historic nature of our neighborhood and would contribute to it. No doubt a new structure would be a safer addition than the current structure. You may contact me with any questions. Thank you. Larry Mathis CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 1
