Sixth Street Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) Architectural Review Committee Meeting October 8, 2025 Transportation and Public Works Recap of 6th Street PER • Study Area: 6th Street (IH-35 to Congress Avenue). • Purpose: Identify transportation and mobility improvements to form the long-term vision for the street. • Goal: Develop a set (1) of recommended improvements with their associated costs. • ACT Plan: 3 Options. • Schedule: Conclude PER by end of 2025; begin design in 2026; construction in 2027, pending 2026 Bond Election. • Completed to Date: Survey, Subsurface Utility Exploration, Preliminary Layout of Options Project Limits Map Alternative 1 Alternative 1 Alternative 2 Alternative 2 Alternative 3 Alternative 3 Comparison Matrix Next Steps *Stakeholder meeting #1 occurred in June 2025. THANK YOU!
Historic Landmark Commission Applications in Review for October 1, 2025 Regular Meeting This list does not constitute a formal agenda and is subject to change. A final agenda will be posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. The public may comment on formal agenda items in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to comment once per item and are allowed three minutes to speak. To participate remotely by telephone, speakers must register by noon on the day before the hearing via the QR code and link at the end of this document. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025, regular meeting of the Historic 1. Landmark Commission. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on Rally Austin 2026 Bond Priorities Presenter: David Colligan, Chief Operating Officer, Rally Austin Briefing on the IH-35 Interpretative Plan Presenter: Rebekah Dobrasko, Cultural Resources Section Director, Texas Department of Transportation PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0095 – 2401 Givens Ave. Calhoun House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Permit Applications 5. SB-2025-114755 – 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Install a sign at the 7th Street elevation of the 1939 tower. Applicant: Marcos Crane City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 6. HR-2025-099714 – 1504 E. 11th St. Ethel Pearl’s Beauty Salon Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and remodel a landmarked building. (Postponed by HLC on September 3, 2025) Applicant: Mike Hale City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 7. HR-2025-113074 – 1403 S. Congress Ave. Bergen-Todd House Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a solarium addition, covered and uncovered patios, and a new ADA restroom facility. Applicant: Victoria Haase City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 8. HR-2025-112563, PR-2025-099859 – 706 Highland Ave. Smoot-Terrace Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a second-floor addition. Applicant: Clare Bradford City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 9. HR-2025-113541 – 4304 Avenue C. Hyde Park Local District Council District 9 Proposal: Construct a new building and accessory structure. Applicant: Becca Floyd City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 National Register Historic District Permit Applications 10. PR-2025-088150, HR-2025-113285 – 2514 Wooldridge Dr. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building (postponed by HLC on September …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, October 1, 2025 – 6:00 PM City Hall – Council Chambers 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some Commission members may be participating by videoconference. View the meeting online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allocated three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, please use the QR code or link at the end of this document. For questions, please email preservation@austintexas.gov. COMMISSION MEMBERS: Ben Heimsath, (D-8) Chair Roxanne Evans (D-2), Vice Chair Jeffrey Acton (Mayor) VACANT (D-1) Kevin Koch (D-3) Judah Rice (D-4) Harmony Grogan (D-5) Carl Larosche (D-6) Jaime Alvarez (D-7) Bat Taniguchi (D-9) Trey McWhorter (D-10) AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak before the meeting will be allocated three minutes to speak about an item(s) that is not posted on the agenda. 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on September 3, 2025. BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on Rally Austin 2026 Bond Priorities Presenter: David Colligan, Chief Operating Officer, Rally Austin Briefing on the IH-35 Interpretative Plan Presenter: Rebekah Dobrasko, Cultural Resources Section Director, Texas Department of Transportation PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0095 – 2401 Givens Ave. Calhoun House Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 5. 6. SB-2025-114755 – 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Install a sign at 7th Street elevation of the 1939 tower. Applicant: Marcos Crane City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Concur with Architectural Review Committee, and approve the Certificate of Appropriateness for either neon or bulb lighting. HR-2025-099714 – 1504 E. 11th St. Ethel Pearl’s Beauty Salon Council District 1 Proposal: Rehabilitate and remodel a landmark building. (Postponed by HLC on September 3, 2025) Applicant: Mike Hale City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Approve the application. 2 7. 8. …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, 6:00 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers 301 W. 2nd St., Austin, TX 78701 COMMISSION MEMBERS: X Ben Heimsath, (D-8) Chair X Roxanne Evans (D-2), Vice Chair X VAC VACANT (D-1) X Kevin Koch (D-3) Judah Rice (D-4) X Jeffrey Acton (Mayor) X Harmony Grogan (D-5) AB Carl Larosche (D-6) Jaime Alvarez (D-7) X Bat Taniguchi (D-9) X Trey McWhorter (D-10) X MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak before the meeting will be allocated three minutes to speak about an item(s) that is not posted on the agenda. Meghan King spoke on Preservation Austin updates. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on August 6, 2025. MOTION: Approve the minutes per passage of the consent agenda on a motion by Vice- Chair Evans. Commissioner McWhorter seconded the motion. Vote: 9-0. The motion passed. PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 2. PR-2025-041615 – 607 E. 38th St. Council District 9 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. (Postponed by applicant on August 6, 2025) Applicant: Historic Landmark Commission City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Do not grant historic zoning, as the property does not meet two criteria for designation. Strongly encourage rehabilitation and adaptive reuse or relocation, then material salvage and reuse, but release the demolition permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package. Charles d’Harcourt spoke in favor of historic zoning. Jorge Alzaga spoke in opposition to historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public hearing and release the demolition permit upon completion of a City of Austin Documentation Package on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote: 9-0. The motion passed. 3. C14H-2025-0086 – 1712 Rio Grande St. Reed House Council District 9 Proposal: Applicant-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Dave Anderson City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the proposed zoning change to add historic landmark combining district zoning (H) to the base zoning. Tere O’Connell spoke in favor of historic zoning. Robin Shepherd spoke in favor of historic zoning. MOTION: Close the public hearing on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote 9-0. The motion passed. MOTION: Approve the historic zoning application per staff recommendation on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Acton seconded the motion. Vote: 9-0. The motion passed. …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2025-0095 HLC DATE: October 1, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Historic Landmark Commission (commission-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: Givens House WATERSHED: Boggy Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 2401 Givens Ave. ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-HD-NP to SF-3-H-HD-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 1 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the proposed zoning change from family residence- historic district-neighborhood plan (SF-3-HD-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-historic district- neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-HD-NP) combining district zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture, community value, and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Austin Lukes, 512-978-0766 NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Neighborhoods Council, Del Valle Community Coalition, East Austin Conservancy, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Overton Family Committee, Preservation Austin, Rogers Washington Holy Cross, Upper Boggy Creek Neighborhood Planning Team DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2016 East Austin Historic Resource Survey recommended the property as contributing to a potential local historic district. The property was subsequently listed as a contributing resource in the 2020 ordinance designating the Rogers Washington Holy Cross local historic district. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: § 25-2-352(3)(c)(i) Architecture. The property embodies the distinguishing characteristics of a recognized architectural style, type, or method of construction; exemplifies technological innovation in design or construction; displays high artistic value in representing ethnic or folk art, architecture, or construction; represents a rare example of an architectural style in the city; serves as an outstanding example of the work of an architect, builder, or artisan who significantly contributed to the development of the city, state, or nation; possesses cultural, historical, or architectural value as a particularly fine or unique example of a utilitarian or vernacular structure; or represents an architectural curiosity or one-of-a-kind building. Designed and constructed by local builder Hal Starkey, the Calhoun House exemplifies the California ranch style and is one of the few remaining examples left in East Austin. It features several of the architectural features associated with the Ranch form and style generally, such as a low, long street facing elevation and an attached garage at one side, facing the street. The California ranch elements are more evident at the rear and interior of the property, including vaulted ceilings in the main entry room and wood paneling. The layout of the house at the rear surrounds the yard on two sides, which were originally planned to face a backyard pool. The interior layout is laid out by public and …
B. Tax Map C. Tax Certificate Historical Documentation - Deed Chronology F. 1 Deed research for 2401 Givens Avenue Date Transaction Vol./Page or Instrument 1959-12-23 1987-07-15 2003-06-13 2012-04-25 2015-01-25 2016-02-05 2017-12-15 2017-12-18 2018-04-12 WASHINGTON HAZEL EVAN to CALHOUN T C & THELMA D Vol. 2143, Page 100 CALHOUN T C & THELMA D to CALHOUN PATRICIA & THELMA D Vol. 10372, Page 709 CALHOUN PATRICIA & THELMA D to CALHOUN THELMA C & PATRICIA CALHOUN THELMA C & PATRICIA to CALHOUN THELMA C LIFE ESTATE 2003153655TR 2012072747TR CALHOUN THELMA C LIFE ESTATE to CALHOUN PATRICIA None CALHOUN PATRICIA to CALHOUN PATRICIA C TRUST CALHOUN PATRICIA C TRUST to EDWARDS KAREN CRAWFORD EDWARDS KAREN CRAWFORD to CALHOUN PATRICIA C CALHOUN PATRICIA C to CALHOUN PATRICIA C TRUST 2016024472 2017198036 2017199429 2018058878 F.2 Historical Documentation - Occupancy History Occupancy Research for 2401 Givens Avenue Year 1959 1990 2015 Occupant Name and Reference Theodore C. and Thelma Dotson Calhoun Thelma Dotson Calhoun Patricia Calhoun Source Patricia Calhoun Patricia Calhoun Patricia Calhoun Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Biographical Data F.3 See Section F.2 for occupancy history and Section F.9 for data on owners and occupants. Historically Significant Events F4. See Section F.9 for history of the building and its occupants. Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application F.5 Color Digital Prints Image 1 North elevation, facing south Photo by Meghan King 2025 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 2 West elevation, facing east Photo by Meghan King 2025 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 3 West and south elevations, facing northeast Photo by Meghan King 2025 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 4 South elevation, facing north Photo by Meghan King 2025 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 5 East elevation, facing west Photo by Meghan King 2025 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 6 East and south elevations, facing northwest Photo by Meghan King 2025 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 7 Interior view, living room Photo by Lauren Kerr 2021 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 8 Interior view, kitchen/dining area Photo by Lauren Kerr 2021 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 9 Interior view, kitchen Photo by Lauren Kerr 2021 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 10 Interior view, bathroom Photo by Lauren Kerr 2021 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application Image 11 Interior view, hallway Photo by Lauren Kerr 2021 Calhoun House Historic Landmark Application F. 6 Architect/Builder/Contractor/Craftsmen See F.9 for information on …
From: To: Subject: Date: City of Austin Historic Preservation Office Case # -C14H-2025-0095 Monday, September 22, 2025 7:26:37 PM This message is from Ms. Ora Houston . I am in favor (for) this zoning request.
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION SIGN INSTALLATION APPLICATION OCTOBER 1, 2025 2025-114755 SB DRISKILL HOTEL TOWER 604 BRAZOS STREET 5 – 1 PROPOSAL Install an illuminated blade sign at the 7th Street elevation. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS The proposed sign is approximately 36 ft2 in area. It is lit by bulbs around the perimeter of the vertical blade, and anchored into the existing masonry wall. The sign’s design and placement approximate those of the ca. 1950s Driskill Hotel sign. DESIGN STANDARDS The City of Austin’s Guidelines for Signs in Historic Districts or City Historic Landmarks are used to evaluate projects at historic landmarks. 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 appears next to an awning with signage. The existing awning signage should be removed prior to installation of the new sign. Sign Types: The Commission may allow window signs, awning signs, projecting signs, and flush mounted signs for most commercial buildings. The proposed sign is a compatible projecting sign. Sign Size: The maximum size for signs depends on the sign type. Projecting (blade) signs: 6 square feet. 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. While the proposed sign exceeds the maximum size for blade signs, it complies with the 40 ft2 area requirement if no other signage on the façade exceeds 4 ft2. 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, and materials. Signs should match or complement the existing color scheme of the building to the maximum extent feasible. The proposed sign complies with the standards and is compatible with signage proposed for other façades. Lettering: No more …
PROJEC T DRI SKI LL HOTEL EXTERIOR SIGNAGE - THE DRISKILL GRILL ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPT EMBE R 202 5 MM L HOSPITALIT Y | 1711 SOUT H C ONG RE SS AVE, AUSTIN, T X 78704 | MMLHOSPITALIT Y. C OM 09 .19 .2 025 TH E DRISKILL GRILL EAST 7T H STRE ET BT WN BR A ZO S & C ONGR ES S DRISKILL HOTEL | RESTAURANT SIGNAGE | ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPTEMBER 2025 THE DRISKIL L GRIL L - NEON BL ADE SIGN - INT ENT & MO C KUP DRISKILL HOTEL | RESTAURANT SIGNAGE | ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPTEMBER 2025 THE DRISKILL GR ILL - NEON BL A DE SIG N - ART & SPE CS Type: Blade Sign - Neon Total Area: Dimensions: Can Colors: ~75 SF ~30’ x 2.5’ 2 Neon Colors: Gold Letters, Red Border Lettering: Distance from street: 1 typeface Min 9’ DRISKILL HOTEL | RESTAURANT SIGNAGE | ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPTEMBER 2025 T H E D R I SK I L L G R I L L - N E O N B L A D E SIG N - P L AC E M E N T / I N STA L L DRISKILL HOTEL | RESTAURANT SIGNAGE | ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPTEMBER 2025 THE DRISKIL L GRIL L - NEON BL ADE SIGN - HISTOR ICAL PRE CEDEN T S DRISKILL HOTEL | RESTAURANT SIGNAGE | ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPTEMBER 2025 T HA NK YOU. DRISKILL HOTEL | RESTAURANT SIGNAGE | ARC & HLC REVIEW | SEPTEMBER 2025
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 1, 2025 HR-2025-099714 ETHEL PEARL’S BEAUTY SALON 1504 EAST 11TH STREET 6.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Repair and rehabilitate a landmark for use as a residence. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Remove vinyl siding and replace with wood lapped siding 2) Replace non-original front door and windows 3) Infill several windows for conversion of use to a residence ARCHITECTURE The building is a single-story, rectangular shaped structure with a moderately pitched hipped roof. There are numerous doors and hung windows present at the East 11th and Angelina Street facades. The structure sits on piers set slightly above grade, and one corner features a brick skirting that is showing signs of sagging. At the rear of the house is a ca. 1962 addition. The walls are clad in non-historic vinyl siding installed around 2007, and the property became a landmark in 2013. 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 Material that is proposed to be removed all appears to be non-original, mostly from the 2007 intervention. Generally, replacement materials differ from those that are present, but this is due to existing materials that would now be determined as inappropriate if proposed at a City of Austin landmark. 4. Exterior walls and trim Vinyl siding, which was installed around 2007, is proposed to be replaced with wood siding. This new material should be vetted for appropriate size and orientation but is generally appropriate as a material for building stock in this area of East Austin. Removal of the brick skirting at the southwest corner is not recommended. 5. Windows, doors, and screens Some existing windows are non-original and have been covered with solar screens in the 2007 intervention. Proposed windows are fixed in place. It is recommended that the installation of operable or fixtures that appear operable be explored as an alternative at primary facades. In areas that may still have their original windows, such as the east half of the south facade, retaining these fixtures will be required. 6. Porches A wider stairway with landing is proposed at the main entry. No addition to the front stoop is proposed, but a handrail is to be added …
S 67D02'19" E 47.00' One Story Brick and Frame Residence (1,377 sf) PP ' 0 0 . 0 6 W ' " 0 0 7 3 D 3 2 S Existing Conc. Drive (92 sf) E Elec. Service Gas Conc. Porch (63 sf) Conc. Walk (26 sf) Site Plan 1/8"=1'-0" (1/16" = 1'-0" for 11"x17") E x i s t i n g W o o d F e n c e ' 0 0 . 0 6 E ' " 0 0 7 3 D 3 2 N AC d e m u s s A h t r o N Conc. Walk (65 sf) N 67D02'19" W 47.00' Existing 4' Sidewalk 11th STREET (60' R.O.W.) T E E R T S A N L E G N A I ) . . W O R . ' 0 5 ( SHEET INDEX A-1.0 SITE PLAN / FLOOR PLAN PROJECT INFORMATION LEGEND Address: 1504 E 11th Street Austin, Texas. 78702 Legal: Zoned- SF-3-H-NP Being a portion of lots 5 & 6. Rectors Subdivision Vol. 1; Page 45 of the Travis County Deed Records DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK Extensive interior remodel while maintaining the historic character of 11th street elevation. 2 bedroom and 2 bath proposed. EXISTING LOT SIZE Lot = 2,820 s.f. Property Line Fencing Setback Public Util. Easement Electrical Service New Addition Existing Structure PP FH Power Pole Fire Hydrant a. Smoke Alarms: Provide Smoke Alarms - hard wired, interconnected, battery backup, at each sleeping room and immediate common area outside of sleeping rooms. If applicable, on each additional story including basements and habitable attics. In accordance with 2021 IRC Sec R314. X E b. Carbon Monoxide Alarms: 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 an attached garage. In accordance with 2021 IRC sec R315" l k a w e d S i i . t s x E -6" WH AC Existing Conc. Drive (92 sf) Elec. Service Gas Conc. Porch (63 sf) Conc. Walk (26 sf) N G I S E D / R E M M A H p i h s r e n t r a p n o i t c u r t s n o c & e r u t c …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 1, 2025 HR-2025-113074 BERGEN-TODD HOUSE 1403 SOUTH CONGRESS AVENUE 7 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct stone patios, a rear-side addition, and a new restroom facility. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Add a one-and-one-half-story solarium to the north elevation of the existing building. The proposed addition is comprised of steel and glass, with a curved roofline. 2) Add a painted steel awning, brick stairs, and landing to the north elevation of the building. 3) Construct three new stone patios with seating and trellis coverings on north, east and southern portions of the lot, not attached to the historic structure. Patios are enclosed by new fencing and include drink rails and bar appurtenances. 4) Construct a new accessible restroom building, shielded by a freestanding trellis, on the southern portion of the lot, not attached to the historic structure and set back from the front of the building. 5) Construct a new accessory building at the rear southern portion of the lot, behind the restroom building, sheltered by a wooden trellis. 6) Remove existing front door, then repair and replace it to swing outward. 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 Some historic fabric will be removed to connect the new addition to the north elevation of the house. Most historic fabric will be retained and repaired, and materials removed at the north elevation will be salvaged and installed inside the house. Residential additions 1. Location The proposed solarium is set back from the front of the house approximately 25’. The awning and drink rail at the new north-elevation covered porch, though not set back from the front wall of the house, are both visually low-impact and do not appear to obscure the historic building or draw attention away from its design. 2. Scale, massing, and height The proposed solarium and porch appear compatible in scale, massing, and height. 3. Design and style The proposed solarium is mostly transparent, with simple painted-steel structural elements. Its lower height and simple curved roof differentiate it from the historic building. 4. Roofs See 3. 5. Exterior walls See 3. 6. Windows, screens, and doors See 3. 7. Porches and decks The …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 1, 2025 HR-2025-112563; PR-2025-099859 SMOOT-TERRACE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 706 HIGHLAND AVENUE 8.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a second-story addition and small side additions at first floor. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Construct three minimal additions at side elevations at first floor. 2) Construct an addition in front of the existing second-floor addition, with newest construction facing the street. 3) Repair front porch and columns, restore windows and doors. ARCHITECTURE This two-story Craftsman-style bungalow features a wide front porch with ample gable roof above. The house is set several feet above the street and is elevated further by as enclosed crawlspace. The second floor, which is set back at least 40 feet from the front of the house, appears to be a later addition. Though several exterior materials, such as the metal roof and stuccoed crawlspace, appear to be recently replaced, the building as a whole has excellent integrity and is well maintained. DESIGN STANDARDS The Smoot-Terrace Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Additions to Contributing Buildings 1. Front Exterior Walls Major alterations proposed at the street-facing façade of the second floor are well beyond the first 15 feet of the front of the house as recommended by the district design standards. Furthermore, the addition at this level will project forward from a non-historic addition, so no original materials will be demolished. The small additions at the first floor have been kept at lease 15 feet from the front wall of the house, located at the rear of the front porch. Materials proposed at all additions are compatible. 2. Doors and Door Openings Restoration of existing doors is proposed, with no replacement required at this time. 3. Windows and Window Openings Restoration of existing windows is proposed, with no replacement required at this time. 4. Porches No work is proposed at the front porch in this application. 5. Roofs and Roof Features Roofs at the new additions will match the slope and size of the existing. Metal roof material will match what is present. Summary The project meets the applicable standards. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve the application. LOCATION MAP 8.0 – 2 PROPERTY INFORMATION Photos 8.0 – 3 Front elevation, application, 2025 8.0 – 4 Front and side showing non-original second floor addition, application, 2025
9.0 – 1 HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS OCTOBER 1, 2025 HR-2025-113541 HYDE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 4304 AVENUE C PROPOSAL Construct a new two-story residence with rear accessory structure. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS 1) Demolish portion of a surface parking lot. 2) Construct a new single-family residence, two stories in height, on the property. 3) Construct a rear accessory structure. DESIGN STANDARDS The Hyde Park Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Residential Standards: New Construction of Single Family Structures 5.1: Massing, Scale, and Architectural Elements Most houses on the same block are one-story, though there are some examples in the immediate vicinity, and numerous in the district generally, that feature a second floor set back from the front of the property, very similar to the form presented here. Per recommendations in the Hyde Park Design Standards, photos and drawings of surrounding buildings are provided in the same scale for comparison. 5.3: Porches A front porch is proposed, and is over 7 feet deep, as required by the design standards. It extends the width of the front elevation and is appropriate in scale while being distinct as new construction. 5.4: Height The foundation of proposed new construction appears to be on slab, but the house is elevated to give the appearance of a pier-and-beam construction. This situation is specifically called out in Standard 5.4 as best practice in this situation. 5.5: Roofs Design standards call for the use of hipped or gable roof structures for new construction, or some combination of the two. This design features both, with a clipped gable at the front of second story. While not very common in the district, this form does look appropriate and reduces the overall verticality of the design when viewed from the street. 5.6: Entrances The primary entryway is at the front, street facing elevation, per the standards. 5.7: Exterior Wall Materials Cementitious siding oriented horizontally is proposed on all exterior walls, which is listed as a compatible material in the district design standards. 5.9: Garages A carport is proposed at the side of the building, behind the front façade. This reduces the street visibility and meets the spirit of the design standards. 5.10: Garage Apartments/Secondary Units A secondary unit is proposed at the rear of the property, which is a location often used for such structures …
0101 SITE 1935 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map 4302 1 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0101 SITE 1977 Aerial Photo 2 CHURCH OF CHRIST 4302 AVE C PROPOSED SINGLE FAMILY CONSTRUCTION 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0101 SITE 4300 4302 AVENUE C Church of Christ 3 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0202 AVENUE C NEIGHBORS 4301 Avenue C 4303 Avenue C 2-story dwelling at rear (contributing) 4311 Avenue C 4315 Avenue C 2nd story at rear Flat entry porch roof 4305 Avenue C 4316 Avenue C 4313 Avenue C 4 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0202 AVENUE C NEIGHBORS 4300 Avenue C (next door) 4314 Avenue C (next house down the street) 5 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION FLAT ENTRY PORCH ROOFS THROUGHOUT HYDE PARK LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT (CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURES) 4308 Avenue F 4212 Avenue F 4004 Avenue B 4204 Avenue F 4305 Avenue C (across street from project site) 6 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Site Plan Diagram - NTS PORTE- COCHERE PARKING LOT ACCESSORY STRUCTURE CARPORT DRIVE Y E L L A SHED ONE-STORY HOUSE P O O T S TWO-STORY HOUSE SIDEWALK D E R E V O C H C R O P 4302 C E U N E V A ONE-STORY HOUSE 4300 N 7 CHURCH OF CHRIST 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Street Elevation - NTS 4300 4302 4300 4302 PARKING LOT PARKING LOT 4314 4314 PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE 8 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCHURCH OF CHRISTBEYONDCHURCH OF CHRISTBEYOND 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Street Section - NTS HIGHEST ROOF RIDGE 26’-9” 4303 AVENUE C 60’ R.O.W. 4302 ALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE 25’ SETBACK PROPERTY LINE 7’-0” PORCH DEPTH 6’-0” ACCESSORY STRUCTURE 22’-0” 2ND FLOOR HEIGHT TRANSITION 9 4302 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Exterior Rendering - NTS The tallest massing is setback, minimizing the appearance of the second floor from the street. Fenestration proportion is in keeping with windows throughout the block. Casement windows are proposed to achieve a more modern style and differentiate with historic homes. Large hip roof similar to adjacent homes’ …
0101 SITE 1935 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map 4304 1 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0101 SITE 1977 Aerial Photo 2 CHURCH OF CHRIST 4304 AVE C PROPOSED SINGLE FAMILY CONSTRUCTION 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0101 SITE 4300 4304 AVENUE C Church of Christ 3 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0202 AVENUE C NEIGHBORS 4301 Avenue C 4303 Avenue C 2-story dwelling at rear (contributing) 4311 Avenue C 4315 Avenue C 2nd story at rear Flat entry porch roof 4305 Avenue C 4316 Avenue C 4313 Avenue C 4 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0202 AVENUE C NEIGHBORS 4300 Avenue C (next door) 4314 Avenue C (next house down the street) 5 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION FLAT ENTRY PORCH ROOFS THROUGHOUT HYDE PARK LOCAL HISTORIC DISTRICT (CONTRIBUTING STRUCTURES) 4308 Avenue F 4212 Avenue F 4004 Avenue B 4204 Avenue F 4305 Avenue C (across street from project site) 6 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Site Plan Diagram - NTS PORTE- COCHERE PARKING LOT ACCESSORY STRUCTURE CARPORT DRIVE Y E L L A SHED ONE-STORY HOUSE P O O T S TWO-STORY HOUSE SIDEWALK D E R E V O C H C R O P 4304 C E U N E V A ONE-STORY HOUSE 4300 N 7 CHURCH OF CHRIST 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Street Elevation - NTS 4300 4302 4300 4304 PARKING LOT PARKING LOT 4314 4314 PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE 8 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTIONCHURCH OF CHRISTBEYONDCHURCH OF CHRISTBEYOND 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Street Section - NTS HIGHEST ROOF RIDGE 26’-9” 4303 AVENUE C 60’ R.O.W. 4304 ALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST PROPERTY LINE PROPERTY LINE 25’ SETBACK PROPERTY LINE 7’-0” PORCH DEPTH 6’-0” ACCESSORY STRUCTURE 22’-0” 2ND FLOOR HEIGHT TRANSITION 9 4304 AVENUE C | HLC REVIEW | NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION 0303 PROPOSED DESIGN Exterior Rendering - NTS The tallest massing is setback, minimizing the appearance of the second floor from the street. Fenestration proportion is in keeping with windows throughout the block. Casement windows are proposed to achieve a more modern style and differentiate with historic homes. Large hip roof similar to adjacent homes’ …
