HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS OCTOBER 5, 2022 HR-2022-136135 OLD WEST AUSTIN NATIONAL REGISTER DISTRICT 1515 MOHLE DR 19.0 – 1 PROPOSAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Demolish a circa 1938 contributing structure and build new construction. 1) Total demolition of the contributing structure on site. 2) New construction of a two-story, residential dwelling with stucco exterior cladding, and a metal multi-gabled roofline. The primary structure is a circa 1938 asymmetrical single-story residential dwelling with a modest Greek Revival Style façade featuring a full facade porch, emphasized with a wide band of trim, and supported by simple square wood columns. The balanced front façade has a single-entry door and a symmetrical fenestration pattern. The side-gabled roof has recently been replaced with metal. 1515 Mohle was built by Charles B. Maufrais a prominent local businessman. Charles Maufrais was one of several brothers who owned and operated the Maufrais Brothers, Inc Cement Company which was established in Austin in 1893 by his father, William Maufrais. Maufrais street in Austin is named after this local family. Charles lived at 1515 Mohle with his wife, Margaret, for no more than 6 years. Local directories show Margaret Plummer listed as renting the property by 1944 and then listed as the property owner in 1947 till the end of directory research. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH 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 in the Old West Austin National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: 1. General standards Demolition is never favored over rehabilitation. Demolition is not compatible with the Historic Design Standards. 1.1 Do not demolish or relocate a historic building 1. Location The proposed primary building is set back at approximately 25 feet from the curb. 2. Orientation The proposed orientation of the building appears consistent with the surrounding district. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed primary building is larger in scale, and taller than the surrounding contributing buildings, though the articulated porch and stepped gables appear to somewhat mitigate its visual impact. 5. Design and style The proposed design and style are somewhat compatible. 6. Roofs The proposed multi-gabled roofline is not compatible with the simple roof forms of the surrounding district but may help mitigate the mass of the larger structure in comparison to its more diminutive neighbors. …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS OCTOBER 5, 2022 HR-2022-132714 OLD WEST AUSTIN 1810 MOHLE DRIVE 20 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a new residence and detached garage PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) The proposed primary building is two stories, with a gabled roof. It is clad in horizontal and vertical siding. Fenestration includes fixed divided-light windows of varying configurations arranged in a regular pattern, as well as glazed entry and exit doors and French balcony doors. The inset porch, beneath a cantilevered second-story gable, is supported by metal posts and shaded by a flat roof, which extends toward the rear as a breezeway connecting the detached garage. 2) The proposed garage is a single-story gabled structure oriented toward the secondary streetscape. It is clad in horizontal and vertical siding to match the proposed main building. 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 in National Register districts. Residential new construction 1. Location The proposed primary building is set back approximately 25’, and the secondary building is located at the rear of the lot. 2. Orientation The proposed orientations of the primary and secondary buildings appear consistent with the surrounding district. 3. Scale, massing, and height The proposed primary building is larger in scale, more monolithic in massing, and taller than surrounding contributing buildings, though the articulated porch and stepped gables appear to somewhat mitigate its visual impact. 4. Proportions The proposed primary building’s proportions are not consistent with surrounding buildings’ proportions. 5. Design and style The proposed design and style are somewhat compatible. 6. Roofs The proposed gabled roofline is mostly compatible, though the wraparound flat-roofed breezeway is less compatible. 7. Exterior walls Exterior materials are somewhat compatible, though limiting vertical siding to single-story masses may reduce the building’s verticality. 8. Windows and doors Proposed fenestration is mostly compatible, though a front-facing front door would be more compatible than the current door, which faces the secondary streetscape. 9. Porches Proposed porches and balconies are mostly compatible, though a projecting porch—rather than the integral porch set beneath the cantilevered gable of the second floor—would help to step larger masses back, reducing visual weight. Summary The project meets some of the applicable standards. COMMITTEE FEEDBACK The existing building was previously approved for demolition by the Historic Landmark Commission. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Comment …
1810 MOHLE 1810 MOHLE 1810 MOHLE 1810 MOHLE REVISION TAG ELEVATION DETAIL SECTION WINDOW TAG WALL TAG ROOM TAG + FINISH TAG DOOR TAG 3 +2'-0" 1 A101 W1 A ROOM 101 WD 000B STAIRS 20 R @ ±7 1/2" SINGLE STEP STEP WINDOW SYMBOLS LEGEND SYMBOLS LEGEND SYMBOLS LEGEND SYMBOLS LEGEND GENERAL NOTES GENERAL NOTES GENERAL NOTES GENERAL NOTES GENERAL PLAN NOTES GENERAL PLAN NOTES GENERAL PLAN NOTES GENERAL PLAN NOTES GENERAL MECH/PLUMB. NOTES GENERAL MECH/PLUMB. NOTES GENERAL MECH/PLUMB. NOTES GENERAL MECH/PLUMB. NOTES SHEET INDEX SHEET INDEX SHEET INDEX SHEET INDEX DETAIL CALLOUT X AX.X ALL WORK SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN COMPLIANCE WITH ADOPTED CODES, LOCAL AMMENDMENTS/RULES, AND STATE REGULATIONS. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBLE FOR COORDINATION REQUIREMENTS. CONTRACTOR SHALL LOCATE AND LAY OUT WALLS AND PARTITIONS AS THEY RELATE TO THE STRUCTURE AND OTHER BUILDING ELEMENTS AS SHOWN ON THE DRAWINGS AND IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE DESIGN CONCEPT/INTENT. ELEVATION 1 / A101 PROVIDE SOUND BATT INSULATION BELOW UPPER STORY FLOORS AND IN WALLS AROUND TOILETS/BATHROOMS. USE SMOOTH METAL DUCT FOR DRYER EXHAUST EXTENDING THROUGH ROOF WITH RAIN CAP. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. 2. 3. 4. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND COORDINATE ALL DIMENSIONS ON THE JOB SITE. USE DIMENSIONS INDICATED. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE OWNER OF ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS, OR ACTUAL JOB CONDITIONS WHICH AFFECT THE EXECUTION OF THE WORK AS INTENDED. ALL FLOOR PLAN DIMENSIONS ARE TO THE GRID LINES; THE CENTERLINE OF COLUMNS OR WINDOW MULLIONS; THE FACE OF FINISHED WALLS, FURRING OR CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS, UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. CONTRACTOR SHALL SUPPLY ALL NECESSARY LABOR AND MATERIAL NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE WORK DESCRIBED HERE WITHIN. COORDINATE LOCATIONS OF HOSE BIBBS, ELECTRICAL METER, WATER, AND WASTEWATER WITH OWNER. REMOVE ALL EXISTING CONSTRUCTION AND LANDSCAPING WITHIN THE FOOTPRINT OF NEW CONSTRUCTION. COORDINATE WITH OWNER. CONTRACTOR SHALL CONSTRUCT ALL NEW GRADES TO SLOPE AWAY FROM BUILDING. PROVIDE A LIGHT BROOM FINISH ON ALL NEW EXTERIOR CONCRETE WALKS. PROVIDE REINFORCED HVAC PADS AS REQUIRED. COORDINATE EXACT BUILDING PLACEMENT WITH OWNER. 10. TRIM ALL TREES WITHIN 4 FEET OF NEW BUILDING IF APPLICABLE. 11. PROVIDE CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM-HARD WIRED WITH BATTERY BACKUP, INSTALLED OUTSIDE OF EACH SEPARATE SLEEPING AREA IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE BEDROOMS IN DWELLING UNITS WITHIN WHICH FUEL-FIRED APPLIANCES ARE INSTALLED AND/OR HAVE ATTACHED GARAGE. PARTITION NOTES PARTITION NOTES PARTITION NOTES PARTITION NOTES …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS OCTOBER 5, 2022 HR-2022-133067 WILLOW-SPENCE 1201 CANTERBURY STREET 21 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct an apartment atop the existing detached garage. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The proposed ADU is located at the rear of the lot. It adds 1.5 floors to the existing detached garage. The proposed ADU is clad in horizontal cement board siding and is capped by a gabled metal roof with shed dormers. Fenestration includes fixed undivided clad-wood windows, horizontal sliders, and fully glazed doors, as well as garage door facing the secondary street frontage. 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 in National Register districts. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential new construction 1. Location The ADU is sited at the location of the existing detached garage, approximately 21’ from the main house. 2. Orientation The proposed building is oriented with its garage bay facing the secondary street, as does the existing garage. 3. Scale, massing, and height While the proposed ADU is significantly taller and more massive than the existing house, its location at the rear of the lot may mitigate the potential for overwhelming the main house. 4. Proportions The building’s proportions do not correspond to the proportions of nearby contributing buildings. 5. Design and style The proposed ADU is somewhat compatible in design and style. 6. Roofs The proposed building’s roof is somewhat compatible, though the large side dormers may be visible from the primary streetscape. 7. Exterior walls The proposed ADU’s exterior cladding appears appropriate. 8. Windows and doors Proposed fenestration is somewhat inappropriate, as the north-facing wall is mostly windowless. Summary The project meets some of the applicable standards. PROPERTY EVALUATION The property contributes to the Willow-Spence National Register district. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Comment on and release the plans. LOCATION MAP 21 – 2
17'-3" 45'-10" 21'-6" 31'-10" 11'-7" 466.6' WASTE WATER 466.9' S 10°11'45" W 128' HG TENT 1 467.2' HG TENT 2 467.3' HG TENT 3 467.4' 5' SETBACK AC TREE FENCING 1 " 0 - ' 0 5 BENCHMARK 465.5' 27" PECAN 1 4 CRZ 1 2 CRZ ' 0 5 E " 8 5 2 0 ° 0 8 S ' 8" MULCH WATER METER CRZ I E N L G N D L U B I I K C A B T E S ' 5 2 15' SETBACK 467' G EXISTING 1 STORY HOUSE 1540SF PROPOSED 2 STORY ADU 957SF 467.8' FF AC LOT 41 467.1' LG K C A B T E S ' 0 1 467.3' HG MATERIALS CONST. DEBRIS 467' ' 0 5 W ' " 8 5 2 0 ° 0 8 N TOILET " 1 - ' 5 " 6 - ' 2 2 " 6 - ' 2 2 465' 2 466' 465' 30'-4" ADU 465.5' 465.4' N 10°11'45" E 128' POWER POLE 465.3' 5 ' 6 4 16'-5" 22'-2" 13'-4" 45'-8" EXISTING HOUSE 5'-2" 10'-10" INLET 70'-2" 128'-0" 17'-0" EXISTING DRIVEWAY 24'-10" SITE PLAN SCALE 3/32" = 1'-0" 1 PROJECT NORTH IMPERVIOUS COVER (SF) EXISTING PORCH LANDINGS WALL AC ADU 1st FLR GARAGE STAIR LANDINGS DRIVEWAY AC PAD 1540 165 42 60 9 407 272 60 31 112 9 GIST E R E D AR RBACISSE A J C H I T U N E C T E R S T 257 5 7 A T E FO X E T SA July 2022 TOTAL ALLOWABLE 2707 2880 PROTECTED TREES: 27" PECAN NOTES: 1 Per COA Tree Ordinance 1 provide tree protection extended to full CRZ. Provide 8" of mulch where protection fence cannot be provided. A minimum of 50% of the critical root zone will be preserved at natural grade, with natural ground cover. No cut or fill greater than four (4) inches will be located closer to the tree trunk than ½ the CRZ radius distance. No cut or fill within the ¼ CRZ For heavy equipment anywhere within full CRZ, provide 3/4" plywood over 2x4 lumber over 12″ layer of mulch to bridge over the roots and prevent soil/root compaction. Spread mulch on site after construction to leave 3" max. within root zones. 2 2 required parking spots provided U D A t e e r t S …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS OCTOBER 5, 2022 SB-2022-135187; GF-2022-139867 CONGRESS AVENUE 900 CONGRESS AVENUE 22 – 1 PROPOSAL Install a sign on a non-contributing building. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The proposed channel letter sign is located at the south elevation of 900 Congress Avenue. Its white vinyl letters are halo- lit with white LEDs atop an aluminum background. It is approximately 72 square feet in area. The façade module currently contains an existing non-compliant sign with internally lit text of approximately 259 square feet in area at the top of the building. DESIGN STANDARDS The Guidelines for Signs in Historic Districts or at City Historic Landmarks are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Number of Signs: The Commission allows one sign per building, unless the building has multiple tenants; in this case, the Commission may allow one sign per façade module, if the façade modules correspond to tenant spaces. The Commission may also allow one sign for each street frontage if the building is at an intersection. A single directory sign is appropriate for a large building with multiple tenants. The proposed sign somewhat corresponds to the tenant space at the first floor. Sign Types: The Commission may allow window signs, awning signs, projecting signs, and flush mounted signs for most commercial buildings. Freestanding signs are allowed for office and retail uses in historic residential buildings. City codes prohibit the Commission from approving the following sign types: (1) rotating, (2) off-premise, (3) roof signs, (4) portable, or (5) signs which flash or blink at intervals. City code also prohibits handbills, posters, or placards on a structure except inside a window or on a bulletin board. The proposed sign is flush-mounted. Sign Size: Large commercial buildings (over 3 stories): Cumulative signage may not exceed 40 square feet per façade and must comply with a signage plan for the building. The proposed sign’s area is approximately 72 ft2. Existing non-compliant signage is 259 ft2 in area. Sign Design, Coloring and Materials: Use simple shapes, such as rectangular or oval signs. The Commission recommends painted wood or metal signs with matte finishes for all signs; plastic, reflective materials, and unfinished surfaces are not allowed. Limit the colors used in a sign to no more than three. For sites with multiple signs, all signs should have corresponding or matching designs, coloring …
SPECIFICATIONS: REVISED SIZE A. Fabricated halo illuminated channel letters, face and returns painted, internally illuminated with 6500K white LEDs, power supply remote housed in power supply box. B. Mounted with standoff hardware as required Electrical Note: Client's electrician to provide a 120-277 volt 20 amp dedicated sign circuit on a timer or photocell within 5' of each sign; sign includes 120-277 convertible transformers. Final connection to existing circuit included only if circuit is ready at time of install. BIG will coordinate directly with client's electrician as needed. Provided electrical whips to be 15ft long. Illumination Detail 225” B 2.00" A P1 3.00" " 0 0 6 4 . " 0 0 4 2 . A P1 Primary J-Box Transformer Enclosure Conduit for low voltage wiring Scale 1:48 Side Profile Face View - 218 SF Finish Schedule P1: MAP White, satin Signage dimensions, lighting and fabrication to be in compliance with all applicable local signage ordinances. These designs are for illustrative purposes only and are subject to modification per applicable code. P13668 09.06.2022 JJ Curative Exterior Signage 900 Congress Halo-illumianted Wall Sign Qty: 1 E.1B SPECIFICATIONS 2.00" 3.00" .125" thick aluminum face Polycarbonate back with translucent white vinyl Air space Electrical penetration Marble Facade 2.00" aluminum standoffs High output 6500K white LED modules Facade on top of CMU .375” D Wedge anchor embedded on brick To transformer enclosure Side Profile Scale 1:10 P13668 09.06.2022 JJ Curative Exterior Signage 900 Congress Halo-illumianted Wall Sign Qty: 1 E.1B CURATIVE HUB - OPTION E.1B - REVISED SOUTH ELEVATION 160 FT 258.5 SF (existing ) 31.17 SF (not in scope) E.1B 75 SF Scale 1:192 P13668 09.06.2022 JJ Curative Exterior Signage 900 Congress CURATIVE HUB - OPTION E.1B - REVISED SOUTH ELEVATION - NIGHT VIEW 160 FT 258.5 SF (existing ) 31.17 SF (not in scope) E.1B 75 SF Scale 1:192 P13668 09.06.2022 JJ Curative Exterior Signage 900 Congress INSTALL LOCATIONS (1) E.B Halo-illumianted Wall Sign 9TH STREET C O N G R E S S P13668 09.06.2022 JJ Curative Exterior Signage 900 Congress
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS OCTOBER 5, 2022 PR-2022-118744; GF-2022-138181 1905 TILLOTSON AVENUE 26 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1918 house ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH PROPERTY EVALUATION 1-story Craftsman bungalow clad in horizontal wood siding, with a gabled roofline, triangular brackets at gable end, and wood columns atop brick piers. One of the two entry doors has been filled in, and windows have been replaced, though the East Austin survey states that the alterations took place during the historic period. The house at 1905 Tillotson Avenue was built in 1918. Its earliest long-term residents were Lee and Maggie Green. Lee Green worked as a guard and porter at the Gulf Refining Company before becoming a City Parks Department employee. After his death, Maggie Green worked as a laundress before selling the property to Johnny and Alma Gooden in 1946.1 Johnny Gooden worked for the S & P Lines during his residence in the home. The 2016 East Austin survey lists the property as contributing to potential local and National Register historic districts. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain high to moderate 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 constructed in the Craftsman style. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Strongly encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, then relocation over demolition, but release the permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. 1 "Real Estate Transaction 1 -- no Title." The Austin Statesman (1921-1973), Aug 09, 1946. 6. LOCATION MAP 26 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 26 – 3 Demolition permit application, 2022 Occupancy History City Directory Research, August 2022 1959 1955 John Gooden, owner John and Alma Gooden, owners Laborer, South Pacific …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS MEETING DATE PR-2022-129297 HYDE PARK 4513 AVENUE B 27.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Total demolition of two rear accessory dwelling units circa 1946 PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Total demolition of circa 1946 two-story accessory dwelling unit. 2) Total demolition of single-story accessory dwelling unit. ARCHITECTURE The primary house was built circa 1906 and is a single-family house of National Folk style. The two-story structure has a construction date of 1946 and has some Craftsman-style details with open eaves, exposed rafter tails, two windows placed in one central assembly, and a hipped roof. The ground-level façade has been altered from its original design. This structure may have been built to function as a garage apartment for the primary house. The single-story rear accessory unit has reduced integrity and significance due to alterations and lack of visibility from the street. PROPERTY EVALUATION The North Central Survey report, 2020 lists the two-story rear property as contributing to the potential North Hyde Park Local district but not eligible for individual listing alone. Designation Criteria—Historic Landmark 1) The building is more than 50 years old. 2) The building appears to retain moderate integrity. 3) Properties must meet two criteria for landmark designation (LDC §25-2-352). Staff has evaluated the property and determined that it does not meet two criteria: a. Architecture. The building is a fair example of Craftsman architecture and conveys architectural significance. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Strongly encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, specifically of the two-story ADU, then relocation over demolition, but release the permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package, consisting of 8 x 10” photographs of all elevations printed on photographic paper, a dimensioned sketch plan, and a narrative history for archiving at the Austin History Center. LOCATION MAP 27.0 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 27.0 – 3 Two-story Accessory Dwelling Unit, …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS OCTOBER 5, 2022 PR-2022-130978; GF-2022-138194 2711 MANOR ROAD 28 – 1 Demolish a ca. 1930 residence and detached garage. PROPOSAL ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH One-story house with horizontal wood siding, a side-gabled roof with exposed rafter tails and gabled portico, and 1:1 wood windows. The house at 2711 Manor Road, also listed in City directories as 2713 Manor, was constructed around the early 1930s. Its earliest documented residents were Charles O. and Evelyn Barker, who lived in the home until at least 1959. Charles Barker, who first worked for the Cabaniss Furniture Company, later owned and operated the Hollywood Food Store and Pic Pay Food Mart. Charles and Evelyn’s son Darewell also worked at the store with his father. PROPERTY EVALUATION The East Austin survey lists the property as contributing to potential local and National Register historic districts. 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 vernacular example of the Craftsman style. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, then relocation over demolition, but release the permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. LOCATION MAP 28 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 28 – 3 28 – 4 Demolition permit application, 2022 Occupancy History City Directory Research, September 2022 Clyde W. Burch, renter Charles O. Barker, owner Charles O. and Evelyn Barker, owners Pic Pay Food Market Charles I. and Evelyn Barker, owners Proprietor, Hollywood Food Store Darewell Barker, renter Clerk, Hollywood Food Store 1944 Charles O. and Evelyn Barker, owners 1959 1955 1947 1941 Charles O. and Evelyn Barker, owners Collector, Cabaniss Furniture Co. Note: …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS OCTOBER 5, 2022 PR-2022-130994; GF-2022-138198 2713 MANOR ROAD 29 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1947 house. ARCHITECTURE RESEARCH PROPERTY EVALUATION One-story Minimal Traditional house with 1:1 and picture windows, horizontal wood siding, and a partial-width inset porch supported by wrought-iron posts. The house at 2713 Manor Road was constructed between 1947 and 1954. Early City directories list George and Nellie Byrne as its first owners. George Byrne worked for the Internal Revenue Service. Later permits suggest that the house was built in 1954 by C. O. Barker and his wife, who occupied the house addressed as 2711 Manor Road, and occupied by Mrs. Barker’s father, Ernest Grip. The East Austin survey lists the property as contributing to potential local and National Register historic districts. 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 constructed in the Minimal Traditional style. b. Historical association. The property does not appear to have significant historical associations. c. Archaeology. The property was not evaluated for its potential to yield significant data concerning the human history or prehistory of the region. d. Community value. The property does not possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature that contributes to the character, image, or cultural identity of the city, the neighborhood, or a particular demographic group. e. Landscape feature. The property is not a significant natural or designed landscape with artistic, aesthetic, cultural, or historical value to the city. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse, then relocation over demolition, but release the permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. LOCATION MAP 29 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 29 – 3 Zillow.com. https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/2713-Manor-Rd-Austin-TX-78722/29392157_zpid/ Demolition permit application, 2022 Occupancy History City Directory Research, September 2022 1959 Geo A. and Nell Byrne, owners Auditor International Revenue Charles O. and Evelyn Barker, owners Barker’s Food Market George R. and Trula Byrne, owners Auditor, Colr. Internal Revenue Serv. George A. and Nellie Byrne, owners Clerk, US Internal Revenue Sv. 1955 1952 1947 Permits 29 – 4 Sewer Service permit, 1954 Water service permit, 1954 Historical information Other 15 -- No Title. The Austin Statesman (1921-1973); 08 Sep 1954: …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 5, 2022 HR-2022-084104 SEBRON G. SNEED HOUSE 6301 BLUFF SPRINGS ROAD 3.0 – 1 PROPOSAL PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct an apartment complex around the Judge Sebron G. Sneed House ruins erected circa 1857-1860. 1) Construct a three-building apartment complex around the Sebron Sneed House ruins, providing a 25’ buffer zone between the ruins and the pool and other new construction. Proposed buildings are each three stories in height and display Mission Revival stylistic cues; they are clad in stucco and capped with hipped, tiled roofs. Columned arches accent the main entrance to each building. 2) Construct a fence around the ruins. Note: The applicant has provided 2015 correspondence, per Committee feedback, showing that former Preservation Officer Steve Sadowsky requested a mortar analysis and preliminary stabilization plan. The applicant specified that tuck-pointing and consolidation would be implemented following an observation report and recommendation from a masonry restoration contractor and the erection of a double steel fence around the ruins (see backup). RESEARCH & ARCHITECTURE The home on this site was zoned historic in 1979, with the surrounding area rezoned historic in 1980. The house was destroyed by fire in 1989, and the ruins remain. Travis County foreclosed on the home for taxes owed in 2002 and retained the property until a private owner purchased the site from the county in 2006. Invest SmartHomes Inc owned it from 2006-2009, then The Foresight Foundation from 2009-2011. Since 2011, the property has toggled ownership between the same companies: IndoPak Investments, Inc and The Circle at The Nelms. In 1854, Judge Sebron G. Sneed moved his entire family from Fayetteville, Arkansas, to his newly acquired 470-acre farm south of the present city of Austin. Construction of a permanent family residence was begun shortly after that in 1857 and continued for five years. War stopped the work, and the house, never entirely completed, lacked its intended porches and interior finishes.1 The stone for the walls was quarried on the property and finished by hand. Lumber for the floors, roof, and finish material was acquired from the Lost Pine Forest at Bastrop, Texas, 30 miles east of the residence site. A Historic American Building Survey (HABS TX - 399) dated 2/3/1937 described the house as follows: “ This native limestone residence is located one mile off the Austin-San Antonio Highway on the Austin-Lockhart Highway, near Austin, Travis County. …
SLIDING GATES SOLID WOOD FENCE THE CIRCLE AT THE NELMS APARTMENTS 6301 BLUFF SPRINGS ROAD AUSTIN, TEXAS 78744 (BLDGS-1, 2,&3) Tchen Architect 1303 ELM FOREST DRIVE CEDAR PARK, TEXAS 78613 512.351.1801 512.870.9427 (FAX) tchenarch@gmail.com Drawings & written materials appearing herein constitute original and unpublished work of the architect and may not be duplicated, used, or disclosed without written consent of the architect. C 2022 TCHEN ARCHITECTS NELMS DR. 1 BLDG-2 (4) 1-B UNITS (20) 2-B UNITS "RUINS" AREA 2,050 S.F. 7826 s.f. Roof 598 1 LAUNDRY MECH D A O R S G N I R P S F F U L B MAIL BOX 318 APT OFFICE BLDG-1 (12) 1-B UNITS 9,739 S.F. BIKE RACKS K L A W T E F SID 5 300 4315 s.f. Roof 1 1 S E T A G G SLIDIN TRUE NORTH INDEX OF DRAWINGS SHEET DRAWING TITLE SYNOPSIS & VICINITY MAP ADA-TAS STANDARDS DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE LIFE SAFETY FIRST FLOOR LIFE SAFETY SECOND FLOOR LIFE SAFETY THIRD FLOOR LIFE SAFETY FIRST FLOOR LIFE SAFETY SECOND FLOOR LIFE SAFETY THIRD FLOOR LIFE SAFETY FIRST FLOOR LIFE SAFETY SECOND FLOOR LIFE SAFETY THIRD FLOOR FIRST FLOOR PLAN SECOND FLOOR PLAN THIRD FLOOR PLAN ROOF PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ELEVATION ELEVATION BUILDING CROSS SECTION STAIRWAY TYPICAL DETAILS WALL & FLOOR ASSEMBLIES DOOR SCHEDULE & WALL TYPES FIRST FLOOR PLAN SECOND FLOOR PLAN THIRD FLOOR PLAN ROOF PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ELEVATION ELEVATION ELEVATION BUILDING CROSS SECTION STAIRWAY TYPICAL DETAILS WALL & FLOOR ASSEMBLIES DOOR SCHEDULE & WALL TYPES FIRST FLOOR PLAN SECOND FLOOR PLAN THIRD FLOOR PLAN ROOF PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ENLARGED UNIT FLOOR PLAN ELEVATION ELEVATION BUILDING CROSS SECTION STAIRWAY TYPICAL DETAILS WALL & FLOOR ASSEMBLIES DOOR SCHEDULE & WALL TYPES A0-0.0 A0-0.1 A0-0.2 L1-1.0 L1-1.1 L1-1.2 L2-1.0 L2-1.1 L2-1.2 L3-1.0 L3-1.1 L3-1.2 A1-1.0 A1-1.1 A1-1.2 A1-1.3 A1-1.4 A1-1.5 A1-1.6 A1-2.0 A1-2.1 A1-3.0 A1-3.1 A1-3.2 A1-4.0 A2-1.0 A2-1.1 A2-1.2 A2-1.3 A21.4 A2-1.5 A2-2.0 A2-2.1 A2-2.2 A2-3.0 A2-3.1 A2-3.2 A2-4.0 A3-1.0 A3-1.1 A3-1.2 A3-1.3 A3-1.4 A3-1.5 A3-2.0 A3-2.1 A3-3.0 A3-3.1 A3-3.2 A3-4.0 S-1 S-2 S-3 S-4 S-5 S-6 S-7 S-8 S-9 S-10 S-11 S-12 S-13 S-14 S-15 S-16 S-17 S-18 S-19 S-20 S-21 S-22 S-23 S-24 S-25 M-00 M-01 M-02 E-00 E-02 E-03 P-00 P-01 P-02 S-01 BLDG-1 FOUNDATION PLAN BLDG-2 FOUNDATION PLAN BLDG-2 FOUNDATION TYPICAL FOUNDATION DETAILS BLDG-1 …
From: Ryan Malooly ryan.malooly@mkmhomes.com Subject: RE: Follow-up Archeological Letter of Commitment Date: August 1, 2022 at 5:38 PM To: pfrost@hicksenv.com Cc: TChen Projects tchenprojects@gmail.com, minhas@sambuilders.com, Stefani Huerta stefani.huerta@mkmhomes.com, Mohammad Minhas mohammad.minhas@mkmlodging.com, Zenaida Mejia sandy@sambuilders.com, Tracy Chen tchenarch@gmail.com Patricia, The project, named “The Circle at Nelms” is located at 6305 Bluff Springs Rd, Austin TX 78744. The owner of the property is also names The Circle at Nelms LLC and the billing address is 2207 W. Parmer Ln, Austin TX 78727. (512) 833-0404 The Description/ Work Scope: Property contains ruins of the “Sneed House” a plantation from pre-civil war Texas litigator and Judge Sebron Sneed who contracted local architect Abner Cook who designed the Texas Governors Mansion in Austin. Need construction/Archeological monitoring on site earth work as per THC and Sec. of Interior guidelines. I have CC’ed my coworkers as well as our Architect and his team. Thank you! Regards, Ryan Malooly MKM Homes LLC 2207 W Parmer Ln Austin, TX 78727 512.833.0404 C: 915.238.6336 E: ryan.malooly@mkmhomes.com From: pfrost@hicksenv.com Sent: Monday, August 1, 2022 5:20 PM To: ryan.malooly@mkmhomes.com Cc: Shannon Barrientes Subject: Follow-up Archeological Letter of Commitment Ryan, Thank you for reaching out to Hicks & Company regarding future archeological construction monitoring for your project. If you could please provide your contact information (address and phone number) along with a brief description of your request and the property in question. I will get with our staff to address your needs. Thanks Pat Patricia Frost, P.G.* Senior Geoscientist/Project Manager (512) 970-7218 cell *Licensed in Texas and Louisiana. HICKS & COMPANY Environmental, Archeological and Planning Consultants 1504 W. 5th Street | Austin, Texas 78703 512.478.0858 | fax 512.474.1849 pfrost@hicksenv.com www.hicksenv.com TBPG Registered Geoscience Firm No. 50498
