May 28, 2025 Riverside Resources 1221 S MoPac Expy, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78746 Attention: Mr. Barrett Lepore Subject: REPORT OF FINDINGS Site: 600 Harthan, Austin, Texas Allana, Buick & Bers, Inc. (ABB) is pleased to present this report of our findings regarding the above referenced project in Austin, Texas. The objective of our review is to determine the condition of the original improvements and determine whether the original materials still exist in pace or if they remain in a condition such that they could be restored. We observed the conditions at the property during a site visit on May 22, 2025. The structures at the site appear to have been significantly altered by renovations and additions since the 1930’s. The East Structure buildings are stucco clad wood framed structures. The 1984 Addition has cracks in the stucco and poor detailing that is susceptible to wood rot due to lack of drainage at soffits. The stucco clad walls at the courtyards have significant cracks exposing the wood framing also due to poor drainage. The stucco at the original 600 Harthan house appears to have been modified, resurfaced, and repainted. The original windows from the residential structures appear to have been discarded and replaced. The West Structure buildings have not been maintained over the past 10 years. It is likely that there is concealed wood rot in the framing due to the age of the structure, cracks observed in the stucco, and poor stucco drainage. The wood framed windows show signs of wood rot. Given the major renovations including roof replacements, exterior stucco application/replacement and window size/material changes, it is our conclusion that the original exterior materials that can be refurbished are limited to Building A. The original materials at the remaining structures are mostly missing or are in a condition that would not be refurbished due to their more recent installation. 835 W 6th St., Suite 1410, Austin, TX 78701 Riverside Resources May 28, 2025 Page 2 The following summarizes our observations. West Structure Building A – Two Story Multi-Family Structure • Stucco: Likely original materials. • Windows: Likely original materials. • Roofing: Unknown. • Integrity for restoration: The stucco will require extensive repairs due to concealed wood rot. The windows could be repaired and refurbished. The roofing cannot be refurbished. Building B - 1920’s Victorian – • Stucco: Retrofit over original siding. • Windows: Not original windows. • Roofing: …
Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Renae Alsobrook, Mark Ashby, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Paula Hern, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington, Erika Tatum, Meghan Yancy May 13, 2025 Subject: OWANA Position on Proposed Demolition at 600 Harthan Street - 2025-055669 DA Dear Chair Heimsath and Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) Zoning Committee and Steering Committee have voted not to oppose the proposed demolition of the structure located at 600 Harthan Street. The building has remained vacant and in a state of neglect for over a decade, presenting significant challenges to preservation efforts. The Zoning Committee met with representatives from Riverside Resources to review early plans for the redevelopment of the site, envisioned as part of the overall concept for 1214 W 6th Street. The concept presented envisions a continuation of small-scale shops and offices along the north side of West 6th Street, designed to complement the Sixth & Blanco project now under construction. The proposed development is intended to reflect appropriate scale and massing in accordance with the design guidelines of the Harthan Local Historic District (LHD), and to ensure compatibility with the character of both the Harthan and Castle Hill Local Historic Districts. The project aspires to create a vibrant, pedestrian-oriented space where residents and visitors can shop, dine, and engage with the community. Given the long-term condition of the property and the thoughtful nature of the proposed redevelopment, OWANA believes it is appropriate to defer to the judgment of the Historic Landmark Commission in this matter. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Steering Committee Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association
May 27, 2025 Harthan Local Historic District Landowner’s Support of the Proposed Demolition at 600 Harthan Dear Chair Heimsath and Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, The undersigned landowners in the Harthan Local Historic District (LHD) support the proposed demolition of the structures located at 600 Harthan Street. The property has stood vacant and deteriorating for over a decade, posing significant obstacles to any meaningful preservation efforts. Importantly, the integrity and character of the Harthan LHD will not be materially adversely impacted by the proposed demolition of 600 Harthan. The landowners have met with representatives of the applicant and reviewed preliminary plans for the redevelopment of the site. We look forward to collaborating with the applicant on the proposed project to ensure it is compatible with the guidelines of the Harthan LHD and accretive to the district. Given the property’s prolonged state of disrepair and the thoughtful nature of the proposed redevelopment, the undersigned support the demolition of the structures at 600 Harthan Street. Sincerely, Harthan Local Historic District Landowners 602 Harthan 605 Harthan 60 7 Harthan 609 Harthan 1206 W 6th Street 604 Harthan 606 Harthan 6 08 Harthan 610 Harthan Map of Harthan Local Historic District Subject Property
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 PR-2025-060653; HR-2025-070716 MARY STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT 515 EAST MARY STREET 7.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a rear two-story addition. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct an addition at the rear of the existing house, which contributes to the Mary Street local historic district. This addition is proposed to be two-stories in height and primarily located to the southeast of the existing house. ARCHITECTURE The property at 515 East Mary Street is set on a slightly sloping elevation, with the house one an elevated crawlspace foundation clad in concrete skirting. The front elevation features a center door with a double gable above, as well as a set of paired windows on either side. The walls are all clad in a thin teardrop siding and, like the door and windows, appears to be original material. From the street, the house appears to be modest in size and ornament, with the most decoration being located at the gable sheltering the front door and supported with decorative wood brackets. DESIGN STANDARDS The Mary Street Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Contributing Properties: Additions 1. Location While the proposed addition is two stories, it will be minimally visible and set behind the main house. However, Standard (1c) does call for additions, wherever possible, to be shorter and narrower than the main house. In this case, it is neither, though the new dimensions do not exceed the original house by much on any side. 2. Height The proposed addition does not exceed the height of the tallest contributing building in the district on a similar sized lot. 3. Design and Style The design of the addition is generally subordinate to the existing structure. At the second floor, the footprint of the addition is smaller to reduce visual impact when viewing from the street. 4. Exterior Walls Horizontal siding is proposed for the addition, but of a different profile from the original so as not to appear historicizing. Overall, the walls complement the original is similar ways to other approved additions in the district. 5. Porches No new front porch or similar is proposed. 6. Roofs The addition features a roof structure that ties in as seamlessly as possible to the main house, given that the addition is proposed to be two stories. Roof pitch …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-071055 TRASK HOUSE 217 RED RIVER STREET 8 – 1 PROPOSAL Relocate the Trask House in accordance with City Council Resolution No. 20250605-022, directing staff to facilitate the rezoning of Convention Center properties. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Relocate the Trask House and its outbuilding to Convention Center property near the corner of Red River Street and East Cesar Chavez Street, approximately their original locations per Sanborn maps. The buildings’ current site at 217 Red River Street will be used for the construction of a new underground chiller facility. Historic zoning will be removed from 217 Red River Street and reapplied to the new site when the house reaches its final location, per memorandum of agreement. Should relocation to the Convention Center property prove impossible, the building will be relocated to Pioneer Farms, where it will serve to educate visitors about early Austin’s buildings, development, and ways of life. 1) Prepare the buildings for moving, including bracing and photographic documentation. See backup for example plan. 2) Move the buildings to a temporary staging area on E. 3rd Street for storage during Convention Center construction, mothballing according to best practices outlined by the National Parks Service. The masonry structure will be lifted off its non-historic foundation and the limestone masonry veneer and porch pier brick material will be tagged and salvaged for reapplication. The wood porch will be detached from the masonry structure and protected for reattachment at the final location. 3) Move the buildings to their final location and reattach masonry and porch. Integrate structures with new landscaping and install interpretive signage. Request historic zoning for building footprints at new site per MOU. ARCHITECTURE The 1974 historic zoning application describes the house as a “typical one-story Greek Revival residence with attached portico,” constructed from limestone with a traditional saltbox form. It also mentions the one-story stone outbuilding and identifies it as the kitchen, though its original use is not confirmed. 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: Demolition and Relocation 1.1 Do not demolish or relocate a historic building. 1.2 If demolition or relocation is necessary, ensure the safety of the building and any adjacent properties before, during, and …
RESOLUTION NO. 20250605-022 WHEREAS, the City owns the property located 201,201 1/2,205, and 217 Red River Street and 603 East 3rd Street ("City Property"); and WHEREAS, City Property is located across from the existing Austin Convention Center site located at 500 East Cesar Chavez Street; and WHEREAS, the City is currently working on the expansion and redevelopment of the Austin Convention Center (the "Project") which will require a total demolition of the existing Austin Convention Center; and WHEREAS, prior to the commencement of the Project, the District Chilling Plant #4 that was previously located at the Austin Convention Center was decommissioned; and WHEREAS, the Project is planning to install a new stand-alone District Chilling Plant #4.1 on City Property to replace the decommissioned District Chilling Plant #4; and WHEREAS, City Property is the current location of the Castleman-Bull House and Trask House; and WHEREAS, the Project requires relocation ofboth the Castleman-Bull House and Trask House to accommodate the underground installation of the new Downtown District Cooling Plant #4.1 on City Property; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: Council initiates rezoning for City Property. Page 1 of 2 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: The City Manager is directed to process the applications for rezoning of City Property, to recommend appropriate rezoning, and take necessary steps to ensure an efficient rezoning process to avoid unnecessary delay. ADOPTED: June 5 , 2025 ATTEST: RAY Erika Bra* City Clerk Page 2 of 2
M E M O R A N D U M TO: Historic Landmark Commission members FROM: Trisha Tatro, Director Austin Convention Center Department DATE: June 25, 2025 SUBJECT: Update on the Historic Trask House The purpose of this memorandum is to update the Historic Landmark Commission members on the City’s plans for the historic Trask house, located at 217 Red River Street ahead of the July 2, 2025, Historic Landmark Commission Meeting. As presented previously during 5/4/25 and 6/11/25 meetings of the Architectural Review Committee, the historic Trask House and its related accessory structure at 217 Red River Street will be relocated as part of the Austin Convention Center redevelopment project, known as UnconventionalATX. Details of the relocation plan are outlined in the Certificate of Appropriateness application, HR-2025-071055 available via Austin Build + Connect, scheduled to be heard at the July 2, 2025, meeting of the Historic Landmark Commission. While the UnconventionalATX are reviewing and confirming details of temporary and permanent relocations, the City of Austin commits to applying historic zoning to both the primary building and its accessory structure within 12 months of the placement of the house in its new location. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. cc: Katy Zamesnik, Acting Deputy Director, Austin Convention Center Department Riley Triggs, Capital Delivery Consultant, Capital Delivery Services Department Lauren Middleton-Pratt, Director, Planning Department Andrea Bates, Assistant Director, Planning Department Joi Harden, Zoning Officer, Planning Department Kim McKnight, Division Manager, Historic Preservation Office, Planning Department Kalan Contreras, Principal Planner, Historic Preservation Office, Planning Department Ginny Chilton, Project Director, Page Larry Irsik, Principal, Architexas Ron Zurcher, Associate Principal, Rider Levell Bucknall
Historic Review Application For Office Use Only Date of Submission:_________________________________ Case #:____________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Historic Preservation Office approval Date of Approval:___________________________________ Property Address: ______________________________________________________ Historic Landmark Historic District (Local) National Register Historic District Historic Landmark or Historic District Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________ Applicant Name: _______________________________ Phone #: ______________________ Email: ______________________________ Applicant Address: _______________________________ City: _______________________ __ State: ________________ Zip: __________ Please describe all proposed exterior work with location and materials. If you need more space, attach an additional sheet. PROPOSED WORK LOCATION OF PROPOSED WORK PROPOSED MATERIAL(S) 1) 2) 3) Submittal Requirements 1. One set of dimensioned building plans. Plans must: a) specify materials and finishes to be used, and b) show existing and proposed conditions for alterations and additions. Site Plan Elevations Floor Plan Roof Plan 2. Color photographs of building and site: Elevation(s) proposed to be modified Detailed view of each area proposed to be modified Any changes to these plans must be reviewed and approved by the Historic Preservation Office and/or Historic Landmark Commission. Applicant Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________ Submit complete application, drawings, and photos to preservation@austintexas.gov. Call (512) 974-3393 with questions. Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Adopted December 2012 Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Landmarks and National Register historic district properties If you are making changes to a historic landmark, the project must comply with these standards to receive a Certificate of Appropriateness. If you are making changes to a contributing property or constructing a new building within a National Register historic district, consider the standards below as advisory guidelines: 1. Use a property for its historic purpose or place it in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 2. Retain and preserve the historic character or a property shall be retained and preserved. Avoid the removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property. 3. Recognize each property as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken. 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a historic property shall be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features shall …
Gator Dodson Dodson House Moving May 16, 2025 | 81 Photos Castleman-Bull House and Trask Relocation Cover Page 1 / 39 Loading King Stone House - Castleman-Bull House and Trask Relocation Castleman-Bull House and Trask Relocation May 16, 2025 Historical Stone and Brick Buildings Historical Stone and Brick Buildings 1. Introduction Relocating historical stone and brick buildings is an intricate and sensitive process. These structures are often fragile due to age, original construction techniques, and exposure to environmental con- ditions over time. Preserving their integrity requires extensive planning, precision, and collaboration among engineers, architects, historians, and preservation specialists. This report outlines the key steps and considerations involved in moving these buildings, with a focus on pre-move assessments, engineering design, stabilization, and execution. 2. Preliminary Assessments and Planning Before any physical work begins on site, hundreds of hours are spent evaluating the building and planning the safest and most practical relocation method. Key activities in this stage include: 2.1 Historical Research • Document the building's historical significance, construction date, and architectural features. • Review archival records, blueprints, and any previous modifications or restoration work. 2.2 Site Survey and Structural Assessment • Conduct a detailed survey of the existing site and building footprint. • Evaluate the structural integrity of the stone and brickwork, including mortar condition and internal framing. • Identify areas of weakness, instability, or prior damage. 2.3 Documentation and Measurement • Create accurate drawings of the building. • Record all architectural details to ensure faithful reconstruction if needed. • Photograph and catalogue each section for reference and potential reconstruction. 3. Engineering Analysis and Relocation Planning 3.1 Structural Calculations • Perform load calculations to determine the weight and stress distribution across the structure. • Assess foundation and soil conditions at both the existing and new sites. 3.2 Method Selection • Decide between full-structure relocation, partial disassembly and reassembly, or façade preser- vation. • Choose a transportation method 3.3 Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning • Identify potential risks during lifting, transport, and reinstallation. • Develop contingency plans for areas of concern during the loading method. 4. Pre-Move Stabilization and Preparation 4.1 Structural Reinforcement • Install internal and external bracing to prevent collapse or deformation during the move. • Reinforce weak areas using reversible and non-invasive techniques. 4.2 Disconnection and Excavation • Safely disconnect utilities and services. • Excavate around the foundation to install lifting steel or prepare for undercutting. 4.3 Permitting and …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-071074 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE 201 RED RIVER STREET 9 – 1 PROPOSAL Relocate the Castleman-Bull House in accordance with City Council Resolution No. 20250605-022, directing staff to facilitate the rezoning of Convention Center properties. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Prepare the building for moving, including bracing and photographic documentation. 2) Move the building to a temporary staging area on E. 3rd Street for storage during Convention Center construction, mothballing according to best practices outlined by the National Parks Service. The masonry structure will be lifted off its non-historic foundation and the limestone masonry veneer and porch pier brick material will be removed and tagged for replacement on the structure in its final location. Non-historic exterior stairs and planters will also be removed. The wood porch will be detached from the masonry structure and protected for reattachment at the final location. 3) Move the building to its final location within the newly H-zoned portion of the property, rotating it 90 degrees to face the Waterloo Greenway trailhead. See site plan in backup. ARCHITECTURE Two-story rectangular structure with elements of the Italianate style, including a low-pitched roof, overhanging eaves set on decorative brackets, tall and narrow arched windows with hooded trim, and a one-story porch across the front façade. The house is symmetrical in plan, each floor having a center hall flanked by two square rooms with fireplaces in the interior walls. 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: Demolition and Relocation 1.1 Do not demolish or relocate a historic building. 1.2 If demolition or relocation is necessary, ensure the safety of the building and any adjacent properties before, during, and afterwards. The applicants have evaluated multiple alternatives to relocation and have determined that moving the house is the only way to preserve it as the Convention Center expands. Rotating the house, which has already been moved from its original location on E. 7th Street in 2001, will not further impact its historic context. The proposal includes appropriate measures to ensure the safety of the building before, during, and after relocation. Applicants have conferred with the Architectural Review Committee to discuss options for relocation and mothballing during any required storage periods. …
CASTLEMAN-BULL AND TRASK HOUSE RELOCATION FOR AUSTIN ENERGY DISTRICT CHILLED WATER PLANT Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE - THC RTHL BUILT: 1850s RELOCATED: 1990 RENOVATED: 1992 ORIGINAL ADDRESS: 105 Neches Street CURRENT ADDRESS: 217 Red River (sometimes listed as 211 Red River) Note, current site has Historic Zoning Trask House Today Notes From City Planning Commission Meeting on 5/3/77 Trask House at Original Location, Sanborn map from 1900 Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE – PROPOSED NEW AUSTIN LOCAL LANDMARK BUILT: 1873 RELOCATED: 2001 EXTERIOR RENOVATED: 2019 ORIGINAL ADDRESS: 308 E 7TH CURRENT ADDRESS: 201 Red River Castleman-Bull House Today Castleman-Bull House in its original location, THC Historic Resources Survey Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 EXISTING SITE TRASK HOUSE HISTORIC ZONING CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 EXISTING SITE TRASK HOUSE HISTORIC ZONING FUTURE AUSTIN ENERGY DISTRICT CHILLED WATER PLANT SUBGRADE FOOTPRINT CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE – LIMITS OF DECONSTRUCTION LIMITS OF PORCH TO BE DETACHED AND MOVED LINE OF DETACHMENT MASONRY TO BE SALVAGED Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE – LIMITS OF DECONSTRUCTION LIMITS OF PORCH TO BE DETACHED AND MOVED LINE OF DETACHMENT MASONRY TO BE SALVAGED Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 HOUSE MOVING Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE – POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION PROPOSED TRASK HOUSE PERMANENT LOCATION POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION EXIST. TRASK HOUSE LOCATION APPROX. PROPOSED MOVE PATH Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE – POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION APPROX. PROPOSED MOVE PATH PROPOSED CASTLEMAN-BULL HOUSE PERMANENT LOCATION POTENTIAL TEMPORARY LOCATION EXIST. TRASK HOUSE LOCATION Castleman-Bull/Trask E 3rd St & Red River St Project: Location: Phase: Date: HLC Review July 2nd, 2025 TRASK HOUSE – PROPOSED LOCATION PROPOSED LOCATION 50' WEST OF ORIGINAL LOCATION RELATIONSHIP TO …
Historic Review Application For Office Use Only Date of Submission:_________________________________ Case #:____________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Historic Preservation Office approval Date of Approval:___________________________________ Property Address: ______________________________________________________ Historic Landmark Historic District (Local) National Register Historic District Historic Landmark or Historic District Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________ Applicant Name: _______________________________ Phone #: ______________________ Email: ______________________________ Applicant Address: _______________________________ City: _______________________ __ State: ________________ Zip: __________ Please describe all proposed exterior work with location and materials. If you need more space, attach an additional sheet. PROPOSED WORK LOCATION OF PROPOSED WORK PROPOSED MATERIAL(S) 1) 2) 3) Submittal Requirements 1. One set of dimensioned building plans. Plans must: a) specify materials and finishes to be used, and b) show existing and proposed conditions for alterations and additions. Site Plan Elevations Floor Plan Roof Plan 2. Color photographs of building and site: Elevation(s) proposed to be modified Detailed view of each area proposed to be modified Any changes to these plans must be reviewed and approved by the Historic Preservation Office and/or Historic Landmark Commission. Applicant Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________ Submit complete application, drawings, and photos to preservation@austintexas.gov. Call (512) 974-3393 with questions. Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Adopted December 2012 Design Standards and Guidelines for Historic Properties Landmarks and National Register historic district properties If you are making changes to a historic landmark, the project must comply with these standards to receive a Certificate of Appropriateness. If you are making changes to a contributing property or constructing a new building within a National Register historic district, consider the standards below as advisory guidelines: 1. Use a property for its historic purpose or place it in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment. 2. Retain and preserve the historic character or a property shall be retained and preserved. Avoid the removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property. 3. Recognize each property as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken. 4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved. 5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a historic property shall be preserved. 6. Deteriorated historic features shall …
DODSON HOUSE MOVING, LLC P.O. Box 240339 San Antonio, TX 78224 Building Preparations The initial phase of work on the Trask and Castleman Bull houses involves structural preparations to ensure the buildings are secure and ready for relocation. These tasks will be needed regardless of the storage location. However, should the relocation distance be greater than a quarter to half mile from the current location, the preparation tasks will increase. The key functions include: • Bracing Windows and Doors: We will install temporary bracing to stabilize all windows and doors. We will install plywood over all openings to help secure the buildings for storage. This step is essential to protect these fragile elements during subsequent work. • Removing and Bracing Porches: The existing porch will be carefully removed and braced to allow access and facilitate further structural work. • Preparing Beam Pockets: The beam pockets will be cut out and ready to receive steel support, which will provide the necessary strength for lifting and moving the structures. • Excavation and demolition: Start removing concrete around structures and excavating down to the steel installation level. • Steel Cable Wrapping and Compression: Both structures will be entirely, securely wrapped with steel cable and compressed to reinforce the structure and prevent any shifting or damage. • Clearing AC Ducts and Lines: All air conditioning ducts and related lines will be removed or relocated to create a clear space for steel installation. • Steel Installation: We will begin installing steel supports around the house to prepare for the lift. Importantly, no lifting or detachment from the foundation will occur until the appropriate permits have been obtained. The above work will help expedite the loading phase and shorten the timeline. If we need to remove some of the above steps, that's fine; whatever they will allow us to start on will help with the timeline. Gator Dodson
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 HR-2025-060692 HYDE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 4411 AVENUE B 10.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a rear two-story addition. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct an addition at the rear of the existing house, which contributes to the Mary Street local historic district. Addition is proposed to be two-stories in height and located directly behind the existing one-story building. ARCHITECTURE The house at 4411 Avenue B is a single-story house with a corner inset porch that is supported by two wood posts. The building is elevated on piers with the crawlspace covered in a concrete skirt. The walls are clad in narrow teardrop siding with fascia above. A hipped roof clad in metal covers the entire house and is set at a moderate pitch. The front and side windows all appear to be original wood frames and covered in screens. The front entry is at the rear of the inset porch. Overall, the house has excellent integrity and is good condition. 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 Any removal of original fabric is located entirely at the rear elevation. Though a two-story addition, it excellently reflects the form and style of the main house and overall district. 4.2. Location Addition is at the rear and will be minimally visible from the street. 4.3. Roof, Fenestration, and Siding Roof pitch and form matches the existing front house. Though likely not visible from the street, two second story windows on the front elevation are matching the configuration of the historic. Proposed siding is compatible with the existing. 4.4. Size and Scale of Addition Both floors of the addition match the floor-to-ceiling height of the original house. Second floor does not begin until over 15 feet from the front of the house and does not visually overwhelm the building. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. COMMITTEE FEEDBACK Reduce the overall verticality of the addition if possible and refine the roof pitch to further reduce the visibility of the addition from the street. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the application. LOCATION MAP 10.0 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 10.0 – 3 Permit application, 2025 Zillow listing, 2025
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4111 AVE B, Austin, TX Vicinity Map INDEX Sheet Name COVER SHEET CURRENT & PROPOSED SITE PLAN EXISTING DEMOLITION ROOF PLAN PROPOSED ROOF PLAN EXISTING AND DEMOLISHED ROOF PLAN PROPOSED 1ST FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED 2ND FLOOR PLAN PROPOSED ELEVATION NORTH & SOUTH PROPOSED ELEVATION EAST & WEST PROPOSED SECTION A & B PROPOSED SECTION C & D DOOR WINDOW SCHEDULE TYPICAL FRAMING DETAILS TYPICAL WOOD FRAMING DETAILS DETAILS DETAILS STRUCTURAL NOTES 3D VIEWS 3D VIEWS Sheet # A001 A002 A003 A004 A005 A006 A007 A008 A009 A010 A011 A012 A013 A014 A015 A016 A017 A018 A019 A020 BUILDING DATA Parcel ID: Owner Name: Parcel Address: Parcel Address City: Parcel Address Zip Code: Parcel Use Code: Parcel Use Description: Block: Lot: Calculated Acres: Calculated Parcel Sq ft: Legal Description: 0221050907 4111 AVENUE B, TX AUSTIN 78751 01 1 FAM DWELLING 17 5-6 0.1479 6,444.64 LOT 5-6 BLK 17 HYDE PARK ADDN NO 2 PROJECT SCOPE The scope of work includes the construction of new addition at 8004 Tisdale Drive, Austin including all associated site work, and utilities. GENERAL NOTES Building Codes: All work shall comply with the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), as adopted by the City of Austin. All construction shall comply with the City of Austin Land Development Code. Permits and Inspections: All necessary permits shall be obtained before the commencement of work. All inspections required by the City of Austin shall be scheduled and approved. Site Conditions: Verify all existing site conditions and dimensions before starting construction. Any discrepancies shall be reported to the architect/engineer for resolution. Utilities: Locate and protect all existing utilities. Contact utility companies before digging. All utility connections shall comply with the requirements of the respective utility providers. Demolition: Demolition of existing structures shall be done in accordance with local regulations. Ensure safe disposal of debris. Construction Standards: Follow standard construction practices and manufacturer ’ s specifications. Materials shall be new and free from defects. Safety: Maintain a safe working environment. Follow OSHA regulations. Provide appropriate signage, barriers, and protection to ensure public safety. Specific Codes and Regulations Zoning Requirements: Verify compliance with local zoning laws, including setbacks, height restrictions, and lot coverage. Energy Code: Comply with the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Accessibility: Ensure accessibility as per the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), where applicable. Fire Safety: Install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors as per …
