4.a - 801 Lydia St - public comment — original pdf
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4.b - 801 Lydia St - public comment — original pdf
; a PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION Although applicants and/or their agent(s) are expected to attend a public hearing, you are not required to attend. Howeve~, if you do attend,_ you have the opportunity to speak FOR or AGAINST the proposed development or change. You may also contact a neighborhood or envrronmental organization that has expressed an interest in an application affecting your neighborhood. During a public hearing, the board or commission may postpone or continue an application's hearing to a later date or rec~mm<:°d approval or denial of the application. If the board or commission announces a specific date and time for a postponement or continuation that is not later than 60 days from the announcement, no further notice is required. A board or commission's decision may be appealed by a person withstanding to appeal, or an interested party that is identifie~ as a person who can appeal the decision. The body holding a public hearing on an appeal will determine whether a person has standing to appeal the decision. An interested party is defined as a person who is the applicant or record owner of the subject property, or who communicates an intereSt to a board or commission by: • • • • • delivering a written statement to the board or commission before the public hearing that generally identifies the issues of concern (it may be delivered to the contact person listed on a notice); or appearing and speaking for the record at the public hearing; and: -occupies a primary residence that is within 500 feet of the subject property or proposed development. is the record owner of property within 500 feet of the subject property or proposed development; or is an officer of an environmental or neighborhood organization that has an interest in or whose declared boundaries are within 500 feet of the subject property or proposed development? A notice of appeal must be filed with the director of the responsible department no later than 14 days after the decision. An appeal form may be available from the responsible department. For additional information on the City of Austin's land development process, please visit our website: www.austintexas.gov/abc Written comments must be submitted to the board or commission ( or the contact person listed on the notice) before a public hearing. Your comments should include the board or commission's name, the scheduled date of the public hearing, the Case Number …
6.0 - 1006 Congress Ave - Old Bakery — original pdf
6 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS MAY 1, 2024 HR-2024-040233 OLD BAKERY AND EMPORIUM 1006 CONGRESS AVENUE PROPOSAL Paint a mural on the building’s southern wall. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The proposed mural, to be painted directly onto the stucco on the building’s southern wall, is a temporary installment slated for 3 to 5 years of display. The application outlines the artist’s preparation and process as follows: 1) Wall Preparation: To preserve the existing wall surface and structure, the artist will focus on water diversion and surface preparation. Surface cracks and penetrations will be reviewed, scrapped, and sealed prior to work. The surface will be washed with MuralColors’ Mural Wash, a plant-based detergent, to remove any oils, pollutants, and efflorescence. Once dry, the artist will install a coat of MuralColors’ ColorShield, a consolidant, on the wall. The artist will leave a 3-inch unprimed air gap at the bottom of the wall to promote moisture breathability and to prevent paint delamination. Once the ColorShield is dried, the artist will apply two coats of MuralColors’ Mural Primer, a high-density waterborne acrylic. 2) Mural Installation: The artist will produce the mural using fine art aerosol paints and MuralColors’ Mural Acrylics. These acrylics chemically fuse to each paint layer and contain no VOCs. They are developed to outperform commercial paints in outdoor environments, reduce maintenance costs, and resists fading, efflorescence and paint peeling. 3) Mural Overcoats: MuralColor’s ColorShield will be applied to the finished mural first. This protective coating protects and expands the lifespan of the paint by binding and fusing paint layers together while maintaining breathability and enhancing the paint’s flexibility. A Graffiti Protective Coat will be applied. DESIGN STANDARDS The City of Austin’s Historic Design Standards (March 2021) are based on the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation and are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Repair and alterations 1. General standards The proposed project does not remove historic fabric from the building’s exterior. The existing stucco coating is non- historic, as the southern wall was originally constructed as a party wall between two buildings. 4. Exterior walls and trim The proposed project does not alter the visible wall’s materials or create openings. The applicant has requested approval for paint only, which is set back 5’ from the front of the building. Summary The project meets the applicable …
6.1 - 1006 Congress Ave - Old Bakery — original pdf
CITY OF AUSTIN HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS Old Bakery & Emporium Mural Wall - Written Scope of Work The following scope of work provides information about a new mural on the south-facing wall of the Old Bakery & Artisan Emporium, located at 1006 Congress Avenue. The Old Bakery building is historically designated on the local, state, and federal levels. On the state level, the building is a State Antiquities Landmark and Recorded Texas Historical landmark. Additionally, the building is a City of Austin Landmark and individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a contributing building to the Congress Avenue National Register Historic District. The building was originally built as a Swedish bakery and has housed several uses over the years since its construction in the late-1800s. Currently, the building is home to a gift shop, museum, and artist gallery for artists over the age of 50 and is currently owned and operated by the City of Austin’s Parks and Recreation Department. The south-facing wall of the Old Bakery building was originally built as an interior party wall shared with the adjacent building. After the demolition of the adjacent building in the late-1960s, the limestone rubble masonry wall was stuccoed and painted over with a neutral gold tone. There are no significant or historic architectural elements on the south facade. In the years since the demolition of the adjacent building and the stuccoing of the new exterior wall, a drainpipe, light fixture, and ADA compliant handrail have been mounted to the wall face. Today, the stucco finish is in fair-to-poor condition with many visible cracks and discoloration in the painted surface. There are several unused penetrations and metal hardware in the wall’s surface from previous signage and modifications (see attached images for reference). Per feedback received during a consultation meeting with THC staff on May 22, 2023, the mural will have a minimum five-foot setback from the east-facing wall to maintain a corner visual with the main east elevation of today’s condition. The mural will only be located on the south-facing wall to comply with the City of Austin’s mural guidelines that prohibits murals facing onto the Congress Avenue, which is a National Register Historic District. There is a precedent set for murals on the side walls of buildings within the Congress Avenue National Register Historic District, such as Mexic-Arte’s north-facing Mero Muro Wall located …
7.0 - 1201 Travis Heights Blvd - Stacy House — original pdf
7 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS MAY 1, 2024 HR-2024-035240 STACY HOUSE 1201 TRAVIS HEIGHTS BOULEVARD PROPOSAL Construct a garage apartment behind a landmarked house. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The proposed garage apartment is located at the rear of the lot, approximately 13’ behind the Stacy House. Its double garage bays open onto Harwood Place. It is clad in stucco to match the Stacy House, with a side-gabled roof intersected by shallow gablets above the central bay between the garage doors. Fenestration includes divided wood windows of vertical and horizontal orientation and sliding glass doors at the rear of the building. Side elevations, facing the Stacy House and the back of the lot, are unadorned. 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: Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed secondary building is set back from the main building and from the secondary street frontage to align with the main house. 2. Orientation The proposed garage apartment is oriented toward the secondary street frontage, consistent with the district. 3. Scale, massing, and height The building’s simple massing is appropriate, and appears to reflect the massing of the main house. 4. Proportions The building’s proportions appear to reflect those of the main house. 5. Design and style The building’s design and style appear to reflect those of the main house. 6. Roofs The building’s simple roof form and understated gablets reflect the roof forms of the main house. 7. Exterior walls The building’s stucco siding is compatible with the main house. 8. Windows and doors While front and rear fenestration appears appropriate, the windowless secondary elevations do not reflect the main building’s style or design. Summary The project mostly meets the applicable standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the application but encourage the applicant to add windows at the secondary elevations. Alternatively, consider postponing to June 5, 2024 to invite the applicant to the next meeting of the Architectural Review Committee. LOCATION MAP 7 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 7 – 3 Secondary elevation. Google Street View, 2022. Primary elevation. Historic review application, 2024.
7.1 - 1201TravisHeights — original pdf
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8.0 - 4110 Avenue F — original pdf
9 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS MAY 1, 2024 HR-2024-043920 HYDE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 4110 AVENUE F PROPOSAL Construct a small side addition to a contributing building. Construct a new ADU. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) The proposed side addition to the main house is set back from the front of the building and clad in vertical metal siding. It is tucked beneath the existing roofline. 2) The proposed ADU is located at the rear of the property. It comprises three main flat-roofed rectangular forms with horizontally oriented windows and lightwells between each mass. It is clad in vertical metal siding. ARCHITECTURE One-story Craftsman bungalow. DESIGN STANDARDS The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 4. Residential Standards: Additions to Contributing Single Family and Multi-Family Structures 4.1: Preservation of Historic Character The proposed side addition requires removal of minimal historic fabric. 4.2: Location The proposed addition is located at the rear-side of the building. 4.3: Roof, Fenestration, and Siding The proposed addition is tucked beneath the existing roofline. Its siding is somewhat appropriate, though wood siding would be more appropriate. 4.4 Size and Scale of Additions The proposed addition is more than 15’ from the front wall of the house and does not overwhelm the original building. It has the same floor-to-ceiling height as the existing house. 5. Residential Standards: New Construction of Single Family Structures 5.10: Garage Apartments/Secondary Units While the geometry and fenestration of the new building is not typical to the contributing buildings on the block, its small scale is in keeping with other outbuildings in size and placement on the lot; it will be minimally visible from the primary street. Wood siding would be a more appropriate choice than metal for the exterior of the building. Summary The project meets some of the applicable standards. PROPERTY EVALUATION The property contributes to the Hyde Park Historic District. COMMITTEE FEEDBACK Consider wood as exterior material. The building appears minimally visible from the street, though it does not meet all of the standards for secondary units. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Concur with Committee feedback, approving the application on the condition that the applicant uses wood siding for at least the most visible of the rear-unit masses. LOCATION MAP 9 – 2
8.1 - 240422_Avenue F_HLC Presentation — original pdf
4110 AVENUE F - Concept Design for Historic Landmark Commission Review 05/01/2024 1 ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 for Historic Landmark Commission © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 22, 2024 April 08, 2024 N29° 58' 20" E 49.93' N29° 58' 20" E 49.93' // PROPERTY LINE // NEW LINEAR SKYLIGHT / / NEW SKYLIGHT BACK HOUSE / / NEW SKYLIGHT PRIVACY NEW LINEAR SKYLIGHT FENCE NEW TPO ROOFING, TYP / / ENTRY ADDITION / / // // TREE 30" NEW METAL ROOF, TIE IN UNDERNEATH EXISTING EAVE " 2 / 1 9 - ' 6 9 I E N L Y T R E P O R P M O R F E C N A T S D N O T D D A E S U O H K C A B I I I " 2 / 1 5 - ' 5 4 EXISTING METAL ROOF TO REMAIN, TYP U.O.N. EXISTING RESIDENCE TREE 40.8" / / WOOD STEPS WOOD DECK WOOD STEPS AC / / 5' - 0" // K C A B T E S 5' - 0" K C A B T E S I Y A W E V R D L E V A R G COVERED WOOD DECK R E D R O B E T E R C N O C K L A W E T E R C N O C CONCRETE STEPS K C A B T E S D R A Y T N O R F " 0 - ' 5 2 TREE 23.9" 1 SITE PLAN - PROPOSED 1/16" = 1'-0" 1 ROOF PLAN 1/16" = 1'-0" EARLY CONCEPT MODEL 2 A2.1 A6 04/08/2024 FOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 for Historic Landmark Commission © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024 3 A4 04/08/2024 FOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 for Historic Landmark Commission 4 ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 for Historic Landmark Commission © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 22, 2024 EXISTING HOME'S VIEW EXISTING HOME'S VIEW FROM STREET REMAINS FROM STREET REMAINS UNALTERED UNALTERED WINDOWS FOR STREET WINDOWS FOR STREET FACING ELEVATIONS FACING ELEVATIONS " 6 - ' 0 1 6' - 11" NEW METAL SIDING EXISTING …
8.2 - 4110AvenueF — original pdf
4110 AVENUE F - Schematic Design for Architectural Review Committee 04/08/2024 1 ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024April 8, 2024 for Architectural Review Committee © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024 April 08, 2024 / / NEW SKYLIGHT PRIVACY NEW LINEAR SKYLIGHT FENCE NEW TPO ROOFING, TYP / / ENTRY ADDITION / / 86 SF // // TREE 30" NEW METAL ROOF, TIE IN UNDERNEATH EXISTING EAVE N29° 58' 20" E 49.93' N29° 58' 20" E 49.93' // PROPERTY LINE // BACK HOUSE 1ST FLOOR 572 SF NEW LINEAR SKYLIGHT / / NEW SKYLIGHT EXISTING METAL ROOF TO REMAIN, TYP U.O.N. EXISTING RESIDENCE 1448 SF TREE 40.8" / / WOOD STEPS WOOD DECK WOOD STEPS AC / / 5' - 0" // K C A B T E S 5' - 0" K C A B T E S I Y A W E V R D L E V A R G COVERED WOOD DECK R E D R O B E T E R C N O C K L A W E T E R C N O C CONCRETE STEPS K C A B T E S D R A Y T N O R F " 0 - ' 5 2 TREE 23.9" 1 SITE PLAN - PROPOSED 1/16" = 1'-0" 1 ROOF PLAN 1/16" = 1'-0" EARLY CONCEPT MODEL 2 A2.1 A6 04/08/2024 FOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE 04/08/2024 FOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024April 8, 2024 for Architectural Review Committee © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024 3 A4 04/08/2024 FOR ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024April 8, 2024 for Architectural Review Committee 4 ©Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024April 8, 2024 for Architectural Review Committee © Fox Fox Studio LLC ---- April 08, 2024 EXISTING HOME'S VIEW EXISTING HOME'S VIEW FROM STREET REMAINS FROM STREET REMAINS UNALTERED UNALTERED WINDOWS FOR STREET WINDOWS FOR STREET FACING ELEVATIONS FACING ELEVATIONS " 6 - ' 0 1 6' - 11" EXISTING METAL ROOF TO REMAIN, TYP U.O.N. EXISTING WINDOWS TO REMAIN EXISTING METAL ROOF TO REMAIN, TYP U.O.N. EXISTING EAVE TO REMAIN 6' - 11" NEW METAL ROOF, TIE IN UNDERNEATH EXISTING EAVE NEW METAL SIDING " 6 - ' 0 1 (E) FIRST FLOOR F.F. 0' - 6" GRADE -2' …
8.a - 4110 Avenue F - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Grant Thomas, Jr. Fahnestock, Sam 4110 Avenue F: HR case # 2024-043920 Saturday, April 20, 2024 5:15:12 PM You don't often get email from Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Mr.Fahnestock: Greetings from Avenue F! My wife and I have lived at 4106 Avenue F in Hyde Park ever since we moved to Austin in 1976; and during those years, we have seen and participated in a dramatic transformation; as a once-shoddy dump has turned into a vibrant, attractive model neighborhood. Among the important contributors to that transformation has been the Osborne family, which has been our next-door neighbor since moving here in 2015. In addition to being wonderful neighbors, the Osbornes have a keen appreciation of the special character of the neighborhood. Most recently, this appreciation has been evident in their proposed project at the rear of their property. We have had an opportunity to review various iterations of their plans over the past year, and we appreciate the care that has been taken with the design. Thus we encourage your positive consideration of their proposed plan. Sincerely, Grant and Margot Thomas, 4106 Ave. F 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
8.b - 4110 Avenue F - public comment — original pdf
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8.c - 4110 Avenue F - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Jill Nokes Fahnestock, Sam Re: Case Number: HR-2024-043920 Tuesday, April 23, 2024 4:07:34 PM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] . Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Mr. Fahnestock, I am a neighbor of Mike Osborn and his wife Meggie. My husband and I have lived at 4200 Avenue F, just 2 houses north of the Osborns, for over 30 years, and we raised our family here. Incidentally, our home is also a historic landmark. We have known Mike’s family since they moved in 2015, and find them to be good neighbors and very considerate. Mike showed me the architect's rendering and modeling of their proposed addition, which gave me a good idea of the massing of the addition and the view from the street. It appeared to me to be in scale of the original house, and in the back arranged to be in consideration of the trees, as well as a practical use of the space without overwhelming the lot. Therefore, I am in favor of granting them a building permit so that their family can enjoy staying in the neighborhood with the space they need. Please feel free to contact me with further questions. Sincerely, Jill Nokes 512-296-1188 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
8.d - 4110 Avenue F - public comment — original pdf
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9.0 - 1409 Alta Vista Ave — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS MAY 1, 2024 HR-2023-043027 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICT 1409 ALTA VISTA AVENUE 10 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1926 house. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH One-story Craftsman with horizontal wood siding, screened wood windows, decorative shutters, a hooded entryway with decorative brackets, and a clipped-gable roof. The house at 1409 Alta Vista Avenue was built around 1926. Until 1947, its occupants were mostly short-term owners and renters, including an engineer, a state highway inspector, an office manager, and a mechanic. The home was then purchased by Frank and Lura Connolly. Frank Connolly was the editor, owner, and publisher of the Texas Tax Journal, while Lura worked both at the journal and as a Red Cross nurse. The Connollys sold the home in the late 1950s to Anna and William Duncum. William Duncum worked as a public school teacher. PROPERTY EVALUATION The property contributes to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register 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: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of modest Craftsman architecture in Travis Heights. 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 appear to 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 does not appear to be a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Strongly encourage adaptive reuse and rehabilitation, then relocation over demolition, but release the demolition permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. The Historic Landmark Commission must review plans for new construction in National Register Historic Districts before the permit is released. LOCATION MAP 10 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 10 – 3 10 – 4 Application, 2023 1952 Frank R. & Lura J. Connolly – Texas Tax Journal Publication Co., Littlefield Bldg. Occupancy History City …
16.aa - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
Contreras, Kalan Fahnestock, Sam FW: Comparison -- O"Quinn Home to Granger Home Monday, April 29, 2024 8:09:24 AM From: To: Subject: Date: Kalan Contreras MSHP | she/her | Historic Preservation Officer City of Austin Planning Department 512.974.2727 | kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published online. Por Favor Tome En Cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin está sujeta a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y puede ser publicada en línea. > From: Duane G Albrecht < Sent: Friday, April 26, 2024 3:46 PM To: Contreras, Kalan <Kalan.Contreras@austintexas.gov> Cc: Nicole Kessler Burnett < Subject: Comparison -- O'Quinn Home to Granger Home > External Email - Exercise Caution >; Evy Burnet >; Michael - - - - - - - - - - Kalan M. Contreras Historic Preservation Office Master of Science in Historic Preservation RE: Comparison -- Granger House & O'Quinn House — Arthur Fehr (Fehr & Granger) Hello Kalan Contreras. Of course you know the following. The Granger home is designated and recorded on the US National Register of Historic Places. The Granger home is a Texas Historic Landmark. The Granger home is a City of Austin Historic Landmark. There are some fascinating similarities as one compares "The Granger Home" to “The Trueman Edgar O’Quinn Home”. The archival records at The University of Texas Library show that these two homes were designed by Arthur Fehr and Charles Granger during the same time frame. The projects are listed as Project 150 “Granger Residence” and as Project 151 “ O’Quinn Residence”. There are some remarkable similarities that can be observed. Some of these similarities are illustrated in the images shown below. Once again: Thank you for your knowledgeable dedication to Historic Preservation within the City of Austin. Duane ———--------——— Duane G. Albrecht Professor University of Texas ———--------——— https://liberalarts.utexas.edu/cps/faculty/dga57 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
16.bb - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Rochlen, Aaron B Contreras, Kalan; HPD Preservation; Fahnestock, Sam; Castillo, Raymond - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Larosche, Carl - BC; BC-Jamie.Alvarez@austintexas.gov; Evans, Roxanne - BC; Rubio, JuanRaymon - BC; Grogan, Harmony - BC; Dudley, Tara - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC Case Number GF 24-030562; Opposition to Demolition of 2307 Windsor Road #2 Monday, April 29, 2024 2:41:32 PM 2342BD21-7162-46FA-BAA4-042861814ECD[47].png External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Chairman and Commissioners, My family and I reside at 2212 East Windsor and have lived in Austin for 24 years. I’m a Professor at UT. Our property is currently next to the 2307 Windsor Road #2 property/home up for demolition consideration. I recently read the email written by Mr. Donosi and thought it was excellent. His email perfectly captured how it meets the criteria for historical designation for the reasons of Architecture, Historical, Associations, and Landscape Features. In this e-mail, I just wanted to go a bit further about the historical importance of the property to the LGBTQ community. Granted, I don’t have the time to line up speakers for this part of the historical importance. But I’ve talked to many leaders in the community to provide the below summary. I also think this is another reason I’d advocate for a “delay” here to gather more information. In the 80’s and 90s, this property where Trueman O’Quinn’s son Kerry lived was a “safe place” for the LGBTQ community in Austin. The property, was referred to as “Camp Queer”, and served as a refuge where gay men were welcome to be themselves and enjoy community. The turquoise gate that was originally from the Texas Capitol building served as a landmark to the gay community. This was a marker of the private space beyond. The bathrooms near the playground and all along Parkway were well known places where gay people met up with essentially the “gay zone” being delineated by the bathrooms to the south and ended with the turquoise gate to the north of this property. Among many artistics interests and accomplishments, Kerry O’Quinn directed a short fillm called “Queerantine.” Obviously you are well aware —— Austin has seen significant threats to the queer built environment. Bars and nightclubs that have long provided Austin’s gay community with safe space have been threatened, and the City has made efforts to include gay history in our Austin story. We believe this …
16.r - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: matt culmo HPD Preservation; Contreras, Kalan Review Case Number: GF 24-030562: Request to Utilize Demolition Delay for Historic Property at 2307 Windsor Road Unit 2 Friday, April 26, 2024 8:42:34 PM Some people who received this message don't often get email from important . Learn why this is External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, My name is Matthew Culmo, and I am a property owner residing at 2213 E. Windsor Road, Austin, TX 78703. I am writing to formally object to the proposed demolition of the contributing home located within 500 feet of my property. (2307 Windsor Rd Unit 2) I urge the commission to consider the following reasons for my objection: 1. Historical Significance: The home in question is a contributing structure within the National Register Historic District. 2. Architectural Importance: Designed by the renowned Architecture Firm of Fehr and Granger, the property represents a significant example of Mid-Century Modern Architecture, contributing to Austin's architectural legacy. 3. Cultural Heritage: The original owner, Trueman Edgar O'Quinn, was a notable figure in Austin's history and considered one of the city's true founders. 4. Preservation of Historic Features: The stone wall on the property's exterior serves as an important historic landscape feature, adding to the property's overall historical integrity. Given these compelling reasons, I respectfully request that the commission exercise the 180-day demolition delay available for this property. This delay will provide an opportunity to explore alternative options that will allow us to preserve this valuable piece of our city's heritage. Thank you for considering my objections and taking the necessary steps to protect our historic landmarks. Sincerely, Matthew Culmo 2213 E. Windsor Road Austin, TX 78703 Phone: 512-736-6870 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
16.s - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Katy Culmo HPD Preservation; Contreras, Kalan Review Case Number: GF 24-030562: Request to Utilize Demolition Delay for Historic Property at 2307 Windsor Road Unit 2 Friday, April 26, 2024 8:52:19 PM Some people who received this message don't often get email from important . Learn why this is External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, My name is Katy Culmo, and I am a property owner residing at 2213 E. Windsor Road, Austin, TX 78703. I am writing to formally object to the proposed demolition of the contributing home located within 500 feet of my property. (2307 Windsor Rd Unit 2) I urge the commission to consider the following reasons for my objection: 1. Historical Significance: The home in question is a contributing structure within the National Register Historic District. 2. Architectural Importance: Designed by the renowned Architecture Firm of Fehr and Granger, the property represents a significant example of Mid-Century Modern Architecture, contributing to Austin's architectural legacy. 3. Cultural Heritage: The original owner, Trueman Edgar O'Quinn, was a notable figure in Austin's history and considered one of the city's true founders. 4. Preservation of Historic Features: The stone wall on the property's exterior serves as an important historic landscape feature, adding to the property's overall historical integrity. Given these compelling reasons, I respectfully request that the commission exercise the 180-day demolition delay available for this property. This delay will provide an opportunity to explore alternative options that will allow us to preserve this valuable piece of our city's heritage. Thank you for considering my objections and taking the necessary steps to protect our historic landmarks. Sincerely, Katy Culmo 2213 E. Windsor Road Austin, TX 78703 Phone: 512-736-6870 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
16.t - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION Although applicants and/or their agent(s) are expected to attend a public hearing, you are not required to attend. However, if you do attend, you have the opportunity to speak FOR or AGAINST the proposed development or change. You may also contact a neighborhood or environmental organization that has expressed an interest in an application affecting your neighborhood. During a public hearing, the board or commission may postpone or continue an application's hearing to a later date or recommend approval or denial of the application. If the board or commission announces a specific date and time for a postponement or continuation that is not later than 60 days from the announcement, no further notice is required. A board or commission's decision may be appealed by a person withstanding to appeal, or an interested party that is identified as a person who can appeal the decision. The body holding a public hearing on an appeal will determine whether a person has standing to appeal the decision. An interested party is defined as a person who is the applicant or record owner of the subject property, or who communicates an interest to a board or commission by: • • • • • delivering a written statement to the board or commission before the public hearing that generally identifies the issues of concern (it may be delivered to the contact person listed on a notice); or appearing and speaking for the record at the public hearing; and: occupies a primary residence that is witYiiri 500 feet ofith~ subject properly or proposed deveiopmerrt. is the record owner of property within 500 feet of the subject property or proposed development; or is an officer of an environmental or neighborhood organization that has an interest in or whose declared boundaries are within 500 feet of the subject property or proposed development? A notice of appeal must be filed with the director of the responsible department no later than 14 days after the decision. An appeal form may be available from the responsible department. For additional information on the City of Austin's land development process, please visit our website: www.austintexas.gov/abc Written comments must be submitted to the board or commission (or the contact person listed on the notice) before a public hearing. Your comments should include the board or commission's name, the scheduled date of the public hearing, the Case Number and the contact person …
16.u - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Ben Bentzin HPD Preservation; Contreras, Kalan 2307 Windsor Rd Unit 2 objection to demolition Sunday, April 28, 2024 10:07:25 PM 2024-04-28 2307 Windsor Rd Unit 2 objection-Ben Bentzin.pdf Some people who received this message don't often get email from important . Learn why this is External Email - Exercise Caution Attached is my objection to the demolition of 2307 Windsor Rd Unit 2. This home is an excellent example of the Mid-Century Modern architecture of the firm Fehr and Granger. The home’s original owner Trueman Edgar O'Quinn Sr. made significant contributions to the city of Austin as a respected attorney, judge, and historian. He served as Austin's city attorney from 1936 to 1950 (except during his military service in World War II), where he played a key role in health care regulations, the acquisition of land for Bergstrom Air Force Base, and the expansion of Austin's park system. O'Quinn also served on the Third Court of Civil Appeals for 13 years before retiring in 1980. Beyond his legal career, he was a dedicated historian, known for his extensive collection of materials related to short story writer O. Henry, which he donated to the Austin History Center in 1982. O'Quinn's passion for local history and his commitment to public service left a lasting impact on the city of Austin and his home should be preserved. I will be traveling but I would like participate in the hearing by video, could you please provide the details about how I can join and participate? Thank you. Ben Bentzin +1-512-750-9253 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
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From: To: Subject: Date: City of Austin HPD Preservation Historical Relevance to LGBTQ community 2307 Windsor Road #2 Monday, April 29, 2024 12:14:28 PM This message is from Aaron Rochlen. [ ] Dear HLC Representatives, I'm aware there is quite a bit of discussion going on regarding 2307 Windsor Road #2 -- in terms of a demolition permit being considered and moving forward to more traditional historical documentation (that I definitely support). I am the neighbor of this property, residing at 2212 East Windsor. What is quite clear is some of the historical importance of Trueman O'Quinn and his contributions to the city -- as well as some of the historical and architectural components of this property. Importantly, there is another aspect of the home and property that has been overlooked: The importance of the property to the LGBTQ community from a historical perspective. In the 80’s and 90s, this property where Trueman O’Quinn’s son Kerry lived was a “safe place” for the LGBTQ community in Austin. More research and original resources are needed -- but below is what I've garnered through multiple conversations. The property, was referred to as “Camp Queer”, and served as a refuge where gay men were welcome to be themselves and enjoy community. The turquoise gate that was originally from the Texas Capitol building (this is tremendously important as well) served as a landmark to the gay community. This was a marker of the private space beyond. The bathrooms near the playground and all along Parkway were well known places where gay people met up with essentially the “gay zone” being delineated by the bathrooms to the south and ended with the turquoise gate to the north of this property. Among many artistic interests and accomplishments, Kerry O’Quinn directed a short film called “Queerantine.” This movie briefly tells the story of havoc consuming a high school when students are infected with “The Gay.” Obviously you all are well aware —— Austin has seen significant threats to the queer built environment. Bars and nightclubs that have long provided Austin’s gay community with safe space have been threatened, and the City has made efforts to include gay history in our Austin story. We believe this home should not be demolished, in part due to its historical significance to the gay community and place in our history. I completely understand this is a complicated property to consider. Also …
16.z - 07 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: John Donisi Contreras, Kalan; HPD Preservation; Fahnestock, Sam Castillo, Raymond - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Larosche, Carl - BC; BC-Jamie.Alvarez@austintexas.gov; Evans, Roxanne - BC; Rubio, JuanRaymon - BC; Grogan, Harmony - BC; Dudley, Tara - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC Case Number GF 24-030562; Opposition to Demolition of 2307 Windsor Road #2 Monday, April 29, 2024 12:58:15 PM Some people who received this message don't often get email from important . Learn why this is External Email - Exercise Caution JOHN PHILIP DONISI Attorney & Counselor at Law 2220 Parkway Austin, Texas 78703 City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission VIA ELECTRONIC DELIVERY Re: Review Case Number GF 24-030562; 2307 Windsor Road #2 Chairman & Commissioners, I am writing to object to the demolition of the O’Quinn House located at 2307 Windsor #2. I reside at 2220 Parkway, the Snead-Rieck House, a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, across East Windsor from the subject property. I respectfully urge you to initiate historic zoning, or invoke the 180-day demolition delay option available to Contributing Properties in National Register Historic Districts. When we purchased our circa-1935 home 15 years ago, it was in similar condition to the O’Quinn House. There were structural and water intrusion issues, significant updates necessary to plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems, replastering and repointing of original brickwork, and a quarter century of deferred maintenance to address. We viewed the opportunity to restore and reside in this property as a privilege, and we were honored when it was formally designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark by the Texas Historical Commission in 2018. In 2001, primarily in response to a growing number of demolitions, a number of area residents set out to establish the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. Through their efforts and perseverance, the OWANRHD was finally approved in September of 2003. The goal was to document the built history of the 2,525 properties with the hope that developers would have full knowledge which properties were a priority for preservation (the 1,574 contributing structures) and which were not (the 951 non-contributing). The applicant seeks to demolish the O’Quinn House, which is a contributing structure to the OWANRHD. In his correspondence with staff, the applicant acknowledges that he’s aware that the O’Quinn House is within the OWANRHD, but claims ignorance on how to ascertain its status. The OWANRHD, and all of its supporting documentation, …
17.d - 3205 Tom Green - public comment — original pdf
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April 23, 2024 To The Historic Landmark Commissioners: I am a resident of the Grooms Addi�on in North University Neighborhood where 3205 Tom Green is located. I would object very much to this structure’s removal from the street. Regardless of the current survey of contribu�ng proper�es, this is a contribu�ng structure for an Historic District. (One of my neighbors worked for the Texas Historical Commission- she insists that this original structure from the 1930s is contribu�ng!) We tried to make a Historic District in the Grooms Addi�on some years ago; each property was surveyed, photographed and described. All of this informa�on rests in the Aus�n History Library. This structure would be contribu�ng to that effort and to any future effort. Repurposing this structure in a future development is doable. Not only that, the owner even stated publicly that he thought the house was “cute”. (“Cute” is also appealing to future renters or owners.) I mainly support repurposing the original structure for 4 reasons: 1. leaving a bit of history on the ground for others to admire and query about is a worthy cause; 2. repurposing is the most environmentally friendly op�on. 40% of all US waste is in construc�on materials and demoli�ons; 3. repurposing the original structure is the “greenest” architecture that there is; 4. this is a perfectly good home- why are we Americans so crazy? So wasteful? This is an affordable type of housing. The owner has said that “the house is not code. It has single pane windows, no insulta�on and pipes that freeze.” This sounds exactly like the house I live in and many others around me. It is a perfectly good house, and it is an older home. When one lives in an older home, one needs to cope with single pane windows (window treatments work well, like insulated curtains) and lack of insula�on- weatherstripping works wonders! We all know how to cope with freezing weather by dripping water from our pipes. The Grooms Addition was platted in 1880s and 1890s by Alfred Grooms, a former state land surveyor. 3205 Tom Green is in one of Austin’s early subdivisions. This area deserves to be preserved- if we wait long enough, nothing will be left! Please oppose this demoli�on. Preserva�on, environmentally friendly efforts for saving materials from the landfill, repurposing structures efficaciously for saving energy, providing affordable units should be foremost in your minds. The house …
19.a - 7304 Knox Lane - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Importance: HPD Preservation RE: 7304 Knox Lane Sunday, April 28, 2024 1:19:58 PM High External Email - Exercise Caution Mr. Fahnestock, Below are my comments to the Historic Landmark Commission, May 1, 2024 Please confirm that they will be included in the materials to be reviewed by the Commission members. Thank you James Jarrett Dear Members, I object to the proposed relocation permit for the property at 7304 Knox Lane. James E. Jarrett 7301 Running Rope Austin, TX 78731 Comments: At the outset, I should say that I am indifferent about the proposed new subdivision. Austin needs more housing, although I wish fewer new houses were planned and more importantly, that a second entry/exit access were included on the Knox land. There is already considerable traffic on Running Rope and adding another 13 houses with two cars each going in and out of a single short lane onto Running Rope will increase hazards for those with children. My objection about relocation of the Knox house, however, is that relocation simply does not preserve the house which was the centerpiece of a large part of the nearby Northwest Hills land. This house has been a major landmark for several generations of Northwest Hills families and taking it elsewhere makes no sense at all. For instance, for more than 40 years it has been decorated during the holidays as a gingerbread house. Not only have nearby families come by on foot to view the spectacle but cars often were parked on Knox Lane so that children and their parents could view this special structure.. If the property owners allowed the residence to remain, I am sure that many of us nearby neighbors would decorate the house as in the past and continue to create a spectacle for future families. This house exemplifies the history of Northwest Hills and should not be relocated from its current location. Thank you for your consideration. James E. Jarrett From: HPD Preservation <Preservation@austintexas.gov> Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 10:05 AM To: Subject: RE: 7304 Knox Lane Good morning James, The new location is outside of city limits. Unfortunately, that’s all we know, as we are not privy to the new location. The preview list is available now, but the full agenda will be posted on Friday afternoon after 3 PM. Thank you, Sam Fahnestock Planner II City of Austin | Planning Department P: …
21.c - 501 Texas Avenue - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Subject: Date: Don Murdock HPD Preservation 501 Texas Avenue Friday, April 26, 2024 4:07:27 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Sam: Don I wanted to let you know that I am against the proposed changing of the structure at this address. Too many people will occupy an already crowded corner. I can barely park around the block now. I live at 3703 Duval Street. Don Murdock 512-584-3108. 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
21.d - 501 Texas Avenue - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Sista Irie HPD Preservation Cile Montgomery Proposed changes to 501 Texas Ave Monday, April 29, 2024 10:17:35 AM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Hi Sam, I live at 502 Texas Ave. and have big concerns with proposed renovatio at 501 Texs Ave. I bought my house in 1993 and worked closely with neighbors to keep our street safe and in line with the historical design. We maintained ambiance of the neighborhood with great effort. Texas Ave represents the finest of old Austin with mostly beautifully restored original houses. I am very concerned about the plans for 501 Texas Ave. I was here when it was owned by the original family. It is a beautiful historic house reminescent of the early construction when this street became a neighborhood. It should be a high priority for the City to support the special streets and neighborhoods that made Austin famous. My concerns are the following: 1. Cutting a driveway into Texas Ave is an increased danger to pedistrians and homeowners. This street is comprised mostly of long term homeowners who walk their dogs and take their babies for walks on this very sidewalk. It's bad enough the sidewalks are not maintained but adding more traffic by cars pulling into sidewalk space is an added danger and changes the current environment of our street. Almost all the houses use the back alley to build their garages. 2. The proposed design of the renovation does not fit into the carefully maintained historic aesthetics of the street. The materials will appear to be cheap cosmetics and not in line with the construction of the original house or equivalent to carfeul renovation that has been applied by other houses on this street. We are homeowners and we care! 3. The addition of 7-8 bedrooms gives the impression (along with the cheap design materials) that this will become a student type rental house with all the issues that come with renters who do not care about a long maintained neighborhood. Where will these people park? Texas Ave is already becoming a speedway with cars racing down our street to avoid the Duval/38th St light. Just this morning, a car turned down our street going at least 60 mph, not stopping at the stop sign and the car lifting in the air …
8.e - 4110 Avenue F - public comment — original pdf
4109 Avenue F Austin, Texas 78751 USA Jon Wainwright, Ph.D. April 20, 2024 City of Austin, Texas Historic Landmark Commission Architectural Review Committee Re: Letter of Support for Case Number: HR-2024-043920 Dear members of the Historic Landmark Commission Architectural Review Committee: I am writing to express my support for the proposed project referenced in Case Number HR- 2024-043920. I’ve lived across the street at 4109 Avenue F since 2005. Having gone through the Historic Landmark Review process with my own property back then, I appreciate the City’s guidelines and believe they contribute positively to preservation and thoughtful development within our historic Hyde Park neighborhood. I have known Mike and Meggie, the owners of 4110 Avenue F, since they purchased their home about ten years ago. I’ve had an opportunity to review their architect’s proposed plan for the new back house and small addition to the main house. I appreciate the careful consideration Mike, Meggie, and their architect have given to maintaining the facade and overall street view. While the proposed additions introduce contemporary elements, it is evident to me that this project has been designed with care and regard for the architectural heritage of the neighborhood, while at the same time meeting the needs of Mike and Meggie’s family. Thank you for your consideration. Please contact me if you have any questions or require additional information. Regards, Jon Wainwright, Ph.D.
16.6 - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - article — original pdf
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From: To: Subject: Date: Jennifer Marsh Contreras, Kalan; HPD Preservation O"Quinn residence Monday, April 29, 2024 6:33:22 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Hello, I wanted to write in support of designating the house formerly at 2300 Windsor Road (now 2307, 2) a historic landmark. I lived next door to this property from 1999 to 2012. From the weekend we first moved in, the neighbors let me know that my house and especially the one next door (2307, 2) were steeped in history. I was told elements of both Kerry O’Quinn’s house and mine were salvaged from both the original State Capitol and the University of Texas historic buildings. I was also told that both the house and in particular the ornamental blue gate had significance in the LGBTQ+ community. According to the oral history passed on by my neighbors (who were mostly in their 80s) the gay community gathered at Kerry’s private home for parties where they could mingle freely and out of sight. This home served as a safe place for people who felt they had to hide their true selves from public view. I believe this place should be preserved and celebrated not only for it’s unique architectural heritage, but also it’s social heritage. Thank you, Jennifer Marsh designhouse 512 567 0889 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
16.ee - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Mary Reed Contreras, Kalan; HPD Preservation; Fahnestock, Sam Castillo, Raymond - BC; McWhorter, Trey - BC; Larosche, Carl - BC; BC-Jamie.Alvarez@austintexas.gov; Evans, Roxanne - BC; Rubio, JuanRaymon - BC; Grogan, Harmony - BC; Dudley, Tara - BC; Koch, Kevin - BC Case Number GF 24-030562 Tuesday, April 30, 2024 9:50:29 AM External Email - Exercise Caution I am writing to urge you to vote against demolition of the O'Quinn House, 2307 Windsor #2. This significant mid-century modern home was designed by Arthur Fehr, Fehr & Granger, and contributes to the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. The hand-hewn dry- stack native limestone wall and the decorative metal fence and gate at the back of the property along East Windsor are unique and iconic. Whenever I walk in the area I make a point of going by them. They never fail to brighten my day. The destruction of Austin's history has to stop. We have lost so many structures already!! Please therefore, don't let the O'Quinn House become just one more sad statistic. Instead, please either initiate historic zoning for the property or invoke the 180-day demolition delay option, which is available to you. Thanks for your consideration. Mary Reed Mary Reed Austin, TX 78703 512 657 5289 "I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear." Martin Luther King, Jr. The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people. Martin Luther King, Jr. 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."
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From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Contreras, Kalan Candace Volz Fahnestock, Sam RE: 2307 Windsor Rd. #2 Tuesday, April 30, 2024 1:50:30 PM Good afternoon, Thank you so much for reaching out. Sam, please post Ms. Volz’s letter below as backup with the other letters. I did want to mention: the applicant did reach out to our former HLC liaison, who is no longer with the HPO. The staff member unfortunately did not distinguish between 2307 and 2307 #2 and told the applicant that the building was noncontributing (as 2307 is noncontributing). Had I known about this mistake, I would have worked quickly to correct it, but I was not aware of the exchange until I referred the project to the Historic Landmark Commission. Our department director allowed the case to be heard at HLC despite the staff error, and hopefully we will have some good discussion there tomorrow. Thanks again for your continued support of our historic properties, Best, Kalan Contreras MSHP | she/her | Historic Preservation Officer City of Austin Planning Department 512.974.2727 | kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published online. Por Favor Tome En Cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin está sujeta a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y puede ser publicada en línea. From: Candace Volz < Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 1:28 PM To: Contreras, Kalan <Kalan.Contreras@austintexas.gov> Subject: 2307 Windsor Rd. #2 > External Email - Exercise Caution Kalan- I am opposed to the demolition of 2307 Windsor Rd #2, a wonderful modernist house designed by prominent Austin architect Arthur Fehr and constructed in 1950 for Judge Trueman O'Quinn. This is a contributing property in the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. It has had only one owner family and is in near original condition. Yes it needs updating, which would not be not difficult, and it will continue to be an asset to our NRD and to Austin. The last thing any of us needs is another oversized, characterless new house in this historic old neighborhood. The developer who proposes to tear this contributing house down says that he was aware of the OWANRD, but could not find any information online. As one of the creators of this NRD twenty years ago (it is …
16.jj - 2307 Windsor Rd #2 - public comment — original pdf
Contreras, Kalan Fahnestock, Sam FW: 2307 Windsor Road #2 (Case No. GF-24-030562) - Opposing Demolition Tuesday, April 30, 2024 2:00:46 PM From: To: Subject: Date: Kalan Contreras MSHP | she/her | Historic Preservation Officer City of Austin Planning Department 512.974.2727 | kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published online. Por Favor Tome En Cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin está sujeta a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y puede ser publicada en línea. From: Lori Martin < Sent: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 1:33 PM To: Contreras, Kalan <Kalan.Contreras@austintexas.gov> Subject: 2307 Windsor Road #2 (Case No. GF-24-030562) - Opposing Demolition External Email - Exercise Caution Hi Kalan, I am writing to strongly oppose the proposed demolition of the O'Quinn House, a contributing structure to the Old West Austin National Register Historic District, the only Modernist structure listed in the district. The house was designed by Arthur Fehr, Fehr & Granger, and appears to be unaltered from its original design. In addition, the property contains amazing landscape elements, incorporating the natural landscape into the Modernist design. Its historic associations with Fehr and two generations of the O'Quinn family, Trueman O'Quinn (Member of Texas Legislature, Austin City Attorney, Judge, Chair of Travis County Democratic Party, O'Henry Historian) and Kerry O'Quinn, his son (Leader in Austin's Gay Community, Filmmaker, Publisher, Founder of Howdy Austin) make the property a perfect candidate for historic designation. I respectfully urge the HLC NOT to release a demolition permit for 2307 Windsor Road #2 and encourage the commission to initiate historic zoning or, at the very least, invoke a 180-day demolition delay to allow for further research or for potential purchase by a sympathetic buyer. Sincerely, Lori Martin Lori Martin, MSHP Architectural Historian O’Connell Architecture, LLC 3908 Avenue B, #309 • Austin • Texas • 78751 • 512.423.6841 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 "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov."