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From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Case HR 2025-112176 - 514 East Monroe Street Sunday, September 28, 2025 9:11:44 PM External Email - Exercise Caution Ms. Wagner, As an officer and co-chair of the Parks and Environment Committee of the South River City Citizens Neighborhood Association, and a resident at 709 East Monroe, within 500 feet of the subject property, I wish to register my opposition to the proposed demolition of three contributing residences (a duplex and single-family dwelling) at 514 East Monroe Street. My opposition is based both on the buildings' historical value, and also my concern for damage to a number of protected heritage live oaks on the parcel. I would appreciate it if you circulated my views with the Commission members and entered my position in the record. Please advise me as this case evolves. Thank you. David Todd CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Case Number HR-2025-112176; PR-2025-112882 (514 E Monroe Street) Monday, September 29, 2025 3:19:20 PM External Email - Exercise Caution Good afternoon, I am unsure if I am beyond the date to provide feedback, but I wanted to send an email to express my disapproval related to the planned demolition of the home(s)/structures related to the case numbers referenced in my email subject line. My disapproval stems from the following items: The single family home is generally in a good state of repair and represents the style of home original to this neighborhood. I don’t understand the purpose of having a historic preservation area if we aren’t going to preserve history We live in a similar bungalow-style home on the same block which has been restored/renovated/added on to. No reason the same work can’t be done before demolition There are numerous BEAUTIFUL LARGE live oak and other native trees on this property that I would be very concerned about damage to. Especially given the location just across the street from the park, these trees are very prominent in the neighborhood The home directly next to this one (512 E Monroe) also had an application to be demolished. The commission heard similar arguments and the home was restored and is now occupied. That home was in significantly worse condition (i.e. hypothetically would’ve been a more reasonable demolition candidate) so I wouldn’t understand why this home would be treated differently There is limited affordable housing in this neighborhood, and this property has multiple units which I fear would be replaced. We should not be removing supply from the area Let me know if you need any other information from me. But I oppose this demolition. Thank you William Lehner William Lehner Chief Financial Officer Email Disclaimer for Evergreen Residential Holdings, LLC and all affiliates and subsidiaries, including without limitation Evergreen Residential Employee Services Corp: The information contained in this e-mail, and any attachment, is confidential and is intended solely for the use of the intended recipient. Access, copying or re-use of the e-mail or any attachment, or any information contained therein, by any other person is not authorized. If you are not the intended recipient, please immediately return the e-mail to the sender and delete it and any attachment from your computer. Although we attempt to sweep e-mail and attachments for viruses, we do not guarantee …
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Wagner, Sofia 514 E Monroe St - HR 2025-112176 Monday, September 29, 2025 11:49:13 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Historic Preservation Staff and Historic Landmark Commissioners, As owner & resident for the past 47 years of a property within 500 feet of the proposed demolition, I OBJECT to the demolition of the Craftsman bungalow at 514 E Monroe St, a contributing structure to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District. At this time, original Bungalow style structures occupy four of the 8 lots on the north side of Monroe Street's 500 block. Three of the four have been modernized yet retain their original character. One of those three has Historic Landmark designation with a 5-Star Energy Rating. 514 E Monroe Street has structural integrity, wonderful character and great potential to live on as another fine example of Craftsman bungalow architecture. The case is up for your action on Oct 01, 2025. Agenda Item 15 and can be referenced as HR2025-112176; PR-20T25-112882; GF-2025-113890. Thank you for your consideration, John L Trowbridge CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 702 Winflo Dr; HLC Agenda October 1 Monday, September 29, 2025 4:38:42 PM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov". Sent from my iPhone
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim Demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Tuesday, September 30, 2025 1:28:15 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, the owners of 2510 Wooldridge Drive, object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Like many of the beautiful homes on Wooldridge drive, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an excellent example of early Pemberton Heights architecture, worthy of preservation. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. These homes are not just structures, they are artifacts of Central Austin’s early development and embody the charm, scale, and character that make our neighborhood unique. Preserving these homes safeguards the identity of Pemberton Heights and ensures that future generations can experience this rare and irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. Additionally, the “streetscape” - the symmetry of the lots and homes on our block - is another example of what makes our neighborhood special and beautiful. Wooldridge is an old and historic street. The style and scale of the proposed new home does not fit with our block. If a new home is to be built in this location, we would hope it would fit more closely with the integrity of our streetscape. Sincerely, Bill and Taylor Bowles CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Fwd: 2514 Wooldridge Drive Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:28:06 PM External Email - Exercise Caution Please read my letter below as I mistyped your email address. Thank you, jan jenkins Jan Jenkins mosspierattfoundation.org brothersbike.org Begin forwarded message: From: Janice Jenkins <j Subject: 2514 Wooldridge Drive Date: September 30, 2025 at 2:01:54 PM CDT To: preservation@austinteas.gov, kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov, kim.mcknight@austintexas.gov > To whom all it may concern: As a resident of Pemberton Heights on Ethridge Ave, I object to the demolition of 2514 Wooldrige Drive. Pemberton Heights is a part of the history of architectural design of Austin’s history and must be preserved. Public likes to drive through not because of the sizes but the beauty of the old design of the early 1900’s and later. This house is not demo worthy and destroys the fabric of the architectural heritage of one of Austin’s jewels in time. There are so many other options for home builders to purchase land sized to their desired larger home without destroying the beauty, warmth and history of our heritage homes in old Austin. These can not be brought back once demolished and history will be wiped away. I do not care how they redo the inside and addition to a home to suit their needs but should be required to leave the existing front of the home to be left as it was built and intended for Pemberton Heights history. Respectfully, Jan Jenkins Jan Jenkins mosspierattfoundation.org brothersbike.org CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Drive- request to deny application Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:29:51 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, I am reaching out as I object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Drive. As a designer, I believe something that is so beautiful and special about the neighborhood is that it’s kept the integrity of its original homes and storied past. I believe this house is worthy of preservation being built in the 30’s on one of the most prestigious streets in Austin. The scale of this home does not feel appropriate for the location. Please decline this application and keep this beautiful historic home. Sincerely, Kristen and Lee Nix 2409 Pemberton Place CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
Wagner, Sofia From: Sent: To: Subject: Morgan Burnham < Tuesday, September 30, 2025 6:10 PM Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Dive Historical Facade Information for Commission Meeting External Email - Exercise Caution Hi, I want to share some historical information regarding 2514 Wooldridge Drive. The case study questions the dormers of the house and suggests that they were added in the 1990s. Please see photos below. As you can see, the dormers and exterior facade of 2514 is exactly the same as in the photo below. The exact date of this photo is unknown to me, but it was taker BEFORE the documented remodel of 2512 Wooldridge drive in 1976. Thus, the dormers were not added in the 1990s and may be original to the house. All photos are from the book “Austin’s Pemberton Heights” by Elisabeth A Cash and Suzanne B Deaderick. All photos are from the Austin Public Library Austin Historic Center. 1 for the until 1940, at 2512 Drive, this ORIGINAL VERNON McGEE HousE, Located Wooldridge house was built for Vernon McGee. McGee and Janice was assistant of director the Texas Employment Commission when he became the principal analyst US Bureau of the Budget. He worked in public administration Office of War Information during published for the American Society of Public McGee was in the 1940s. the first director of the Texas State Budget Board in 1950. (Courtesy World War II and several Administration of Sherry Smith.) Legislative studies and the house in it into a Tudor the ge TUDOR REoux. Sherry and Tommy Jacks purchased house at 2512 Wooldrid Drive in 1976 and remodeled Revival-style 1983, as shown here. They imported the remodeled family room from a Scottish manor house and planted country� (Co\lneay Smith,) of Sherry an En,liah,atyle
From: To: Subject: Date: Sadowsky Steve; Historic Preservation Office 2514 Wooldridge Drive Tuesday, September 30, 2025 7:22:18 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To the Historic Preservation Office: We, the owners of 1502 Hardouin Drive, a designated historic property, respectfully submit this letter in opposition to the pending application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Constructed in the 1930s, 2514 Wooldridge Drive is a significant and well-preserved example of early Pemberton Heights architecture. Its scale, character, and craftsmanship embody the qualities that define the historic identity of the neighborhood and contribute to the integrity of Wooldridge Drive as a whole. Approval of this demolition would not only result in the irreversible loss of a historically and architecturally important structure, but would also compromise the continuity and historic fabric of the district. These homes are integral to understanding Central Austin’s early development, and their preservation is essential to maintaining the neighborhood’s unique character for future generations. For these reasons, we respectfully urge the Commission to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Sincerely, Laura and Richard Key CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office Demolition 2514 Wooldridge Tuesday, September 30, 2025 7:36:30 PM You don't often get email from Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, have been living in the Pemberton neighborhood since 1992. We personally took an old 1940’s home and restored it. Like many of the beautiful homes in Pemberton, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an excellent example of early Pemberton Heights architecture, worthy of preservation. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. These homes are not just structures, they are artifacts of Central Austin’s early development and embody the charm, scale, and character that make our neighborhood unique. Preserving these homes safeguards the identity of Pemberton Heights and ensures that future generations can experience this rare and irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. As owners and stewards we spent 2 years remodeling our home to preserve the integrity of its colonial architecture and historical significance. I would hope and expect the owners of 2514 Wooldridge to do the same. We respectfully urge you to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge. Kindly, Beth Cunningham 512-663-0507 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: preservation@austinteas.gov; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Drive Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:02:02 PM [You don't often get email from j https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] . Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution To whom all it may concern: As a resident of Pemberton Heights on Ethridge Ave, I object to the demolition of 2514 Wooldrige Drive. Pemberton Heights is a part of the history of architectural design of Austin’s history and must be preserved. Public likes to drive through not because of the sizes but the beauty of the old design of the early 1900’s and later. This house is not demo worthy and destroys the fabric of the architectural heritage of one of Austin’s jewels in time. There are so many other options for home builders to purchase land sized to their desired larger home without destroying the beauty, warmth and history of our heritage homes in old Austin. These can not be brought back once demolished and history will be wiped away. I do not care how they redo the inside and addition to a home to suit their needs but should be required to leave the existing front of the home to be left as it was built and intended for Pemberton Heights history. Respectfully, Jan Jenkins Jan Jenkins mosspierattfoundation.org brothersbike.org CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: McKnight, Kim; preservation@austintexas.org; Contreras, Kalan 2514 Wooldridge concerns Tuesday, September 30, 2025 2:29:31 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution Hello - We are the owners of 1107 Gaston Ave and strongly object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Dr. The proposed plan flies in the face of the neighborhood’s more traditional architecture and character. Pemberton Heights is in the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. The 613 property owners value the heritage of their properties. When homes get remodeled, it is more often than not to bring the inside of the home up to date, while not touching the outside, because we want to preserve the historic nature of the neighborhood. People pay to be in this neighborhood because they value the character of older homes. The proposed plan defies description of an architectural style. There is not one. According to the package provided, they are pulling inspiration from a mish mash of traditional AND modern facades, an Italian church and a wide variety of materials. On the Pemberton Heights Neighborhood Association’s page, it says we are comprised of: Tudor Revival Colonial Revival Classical Revival Spanish Colonial Revival Italian Renaissance Revival Craftsman Prairie School This proposed house fits none of those styles. In addition, the package provides comps that are not apples to apples comparisons. For example, 2402 Windsor has arched windows, not an arched facade. 3200 Pease has a small, incorporated facade that is fitting to the Spanish Colonial style of the house. It is not stuck onto the front in another material as this plan proposes. The proposed house does not fit within Wooldridge’s streetscape at all. The style and scale is grossly wrong for the street. Demolition of 2514 Wooldridge is unnecessary and completely disregards the historic nature of the neighborhood. Our homes are some of the oldest in Austin and should be taken care of, not torn down. Preserving the homes is vital to the identity of Pemberton Heights and to the history of Austin itself. Again we strongly object to the proposed plan and ask the city to do the right thing for the neighborhood. Thank you. Laurel and Dudley Simmons CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing …
From: To: Subject: Date: Contreras, Kalan Demolition 2514 Wooldridge Tuesday, September 30, 2025 7:39:05 PM You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, have been living in the Pemberton neighborhood since 1992. We personally took an old 1940’s home and restored it. Like many of the beautiful homes in Pemberton, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an excellent example of early Pemberton Heights architecture, worthy of preservation. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. These homes are not just structures, they are artifacts of Central Austin’s early development and embody the charm, scale, and character that make our neighborhood unique. Preserving these homes safeguards the identity of Pemberton Heights and ensures that future generations can experience this rare and irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. As owners and stewards we spent 2 years remodeling our home to preserve the integrity of its colonial architecture and historical significance. I would hope and expect the owners of 2514 Wooldridge to do the same. We respectfully urge you to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge. Beth Cunningham 512-663-0507 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Drive Wednesday, October 1, 2025 10:25:44 AM You don't often get email from Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, the owners of 1510 Wooldridge Drive, strongly object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Like many of the beautiful homes on Wooldridge drive, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an excellent example of early Pemberton Heights architecture, worthy of preservation. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. These homes are not just structures, they are artifacts of Central Austin’s early development and embody the charm, scale, and character that make our neighborhood unique. Preserving these homes safeguards the identity of Pemberton Heights and ensures that future generations can experience this rare and irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. As owners and stewards of 1510 Wooldridge Drive, we spent 5 years designing and planning our renovation with the main intention of keeping the original facade and keeping the integrity of the home. We are currently in the middle of our 18 month renovation and are working to put original touches back to the home that were once removed such as the balustrade and additional interior details that bring the home back to its original design. Our home, 1510 Wooldridge Drive, was built in the early 1930's and we own the autobiography of the original owner which highlights the historical significance of Pemberton Heights at that time. We moved to Austin and looked at other neighborhoods where we could have purchased a larger home but ultimately chose Pemberton for his history, character and charm. We the residents of Pemberton feel that demolishing 2514 would be losing not one but two contributing homes which would impact the character of this historic neighborhood and street. Once these gems are torn down they can never be rebuilt. We have put immense time and expenses into preserving our home at 1510 Wooldridge and we hope our neighbors at 2514 Wooldridge Drive will do the same. We respectfully urge you to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Sincerely, Kerry Keller 1510 Wooldridge Drive Austin, TX 78703 CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be …
From: To: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office; Contreras, Kalan; McKnight, Kim 2514 Wooldridge Drive - public comment Wednesday, October 1, 2025 11:08:28 AM You don't often get email from Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution To Whom It May Concern, We, the owners of 2805 Wooldridge Drive in Pemberton Heights, strongly object to the application to demolish 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Like many of the historically significant homes on Wooldridge drive, 2514 Wooldridge was built in the 1930s and represents an important example of early Pemberton Heights architecture and it is worthy of preservation. Specifically, the house under consideration for demolition is a historic Georgian bridal house that has been deemed a contributing structure to our neighborhood. Demolition of this historic home would be devastating to the architectural continuity and historic fabric of Wooldridge Drive. As owners and caretakers of 2805 Wooldridge Drive, we worked for over 3 years to restore our architecturally significant home. Our house is one of very few remaining structures in Austin designed by Arthur Fehr and Charles Granger. Designed and built for Dr. Charles Milton and Gertrude “Queenie” Darnall in 1941, our two-story stone-veneered house may be the first example of an International Style house built in Austin. With origins in Europe in the 1920s and 1930s, American architects of the style included Henry-Russell Hitchcock, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Philip Johnson. Our work and attention to the significance of this property earned historic landmark designation by the City of Austin and the State of Texas and a preservation Austin award in 2017. The original homes in Pemberton Heights are highly unique and are artifacts of the City of Austin’s early development. Many of the homes were designed and built before World War II. Simply put, they are irreplaceable. Preserving these houses makes it possible for future generations to experience this irreplaceable piece of Austin’s history. For the reasons described in this letter, we respectfully ask you to deny the application for demolition of 2514 Wooldridge Drive. Respectfully, Holly Lanham CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
To the City Preservation Office and Landmark Commission: October 1, 2025 I am a long-time resident of Pemberton Heights and also the co-creator of the Old West Austin National Register Historic District. I am strongly opposed to the demolition of 2512 and 2514 Wooldridge. The reason is that 2514 is a contributing house in our National Register Historic District. It’s especially concerning that both houses are to be torn down so that a new, very large (10,000 sq. ft.!) house can be built, covering both lots- a house that looks nothing like our historic neighborhood. And all by a real estate investment/ property management company that will scrape, build and sell- they’ve got their money and are GONE. In addition to the loss of two contributing houses, and the historic streetscape of which these two houses are important parts, these demolitions will DE-densify our neighborhood, not densify it, as the City of Austin’s current planning focus specifies. We’ll go from two single family homes to one huge “house” for two people? Four people? 2,500 sq. ft. per person?? Here are some of the City’s goals with this focus on density: - Reforms include reducing lot-size requirements citywide to lower housing costs and help reverse historical patterns of segregation and restricted housing access - Higher population density can contribute to reduced carbon footprints through increased public transit use and potentially lower individual energy consumption - The primary goal is to create more diverse and affordable housing options to meet the needs of Austin's growing population It’s safe to say that this double demolition and construction of a mega-house will not increase population density in Pemberton or produce more affordable housing. This 10,000 sq. ft. house is likely to be flipped for much more than both 2412 and 2414 Wooldridge would sell for, together. Both the City Preservation Office and the Historic Landmark Commission are City entities. It is your responsibility to uphold the City’s stated planning focus. Please do the right thing and do not allow a demolition permit for 2514 Wooldridge. Candace Volz
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Historic Preservation Office 514 E. Monroe St, Case Number HR-2025-112176 Wednesday, October 1, 2025 8:05:08 AM [You don't often get email from https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] . Learn why this is important at External Email - Exercise Caution Good morning, Sofia, My name is Ashley Salie, and I live at 1500 East Side Dr. in Austin. My property is directly adjacent to the property at 514 E. Monroe, which is up for demolition. I am unable to comment on support or objection of the demolition, but I wanted to make a few comments and requests about demolition activities and potential new construction as a property owner and neighbor who will be affected by these activities. Others may have noted that there is a significant tree at the corner of Monroe and East Side Dr., and I request that it is not touched during the demolition/new construction activities at this site. I also request that new construction respect the scale and setbacks of the other homes on the street, including the scale of the condo complex at 1500 East Side Drive, directly behind this property. The intersection at East Side Dr. and E Monroe is heavily trafficked, and is often a pinch point when cars are parked on East Side Dr. It’s critical that demolition/construction vehicles and personnel minimize space on the street so that residents and visitors to the adjacent parks can travel easily and safely. To this end, I also request that plans for new construction provide adequate off-street parking for the residents vehicles. The current residents have a large van that is often parked at the corner of East Side Dr and E Monroe that creates an inconvenient pinch point and visual obstruction for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers. I request that all demolition activities take extreme care to not cross into East Side Dr. or the driveway behind the lot at 514 E Monroe, which directly services several residents at 1500 East Side Dr. For some, this is the only way out of the property, so a clear path of travel is essential. I appreciate that someone has purchased the property and seeks to demolish/rebuild, as the current structures have not seen proper TLC over the years. Because these are structures that contribute to the Travis Heights-Fairview Park NR Historic District, I respectfully request that the new property owners take care to construct a new …
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 September 25, 2025 RE: PR-2025-105857 – 702 Winflo Drive – West Line National Register Historic District – Council District 9 Dear Chair Heimsath and Commissioners, The structure at 702 Winflo Drive is a contributing property within the West Line National Historic District. Renovations including an interior bathroom remodel, new hall closet, and updated plumbing and electrical were completed in recent years, reflecting continued investment in its preservation. Given the short notification period, the absence of clear documentation on the current condition of the home, and the lack of a proposed replacement or concept design, the OWANA Zoning Committee respectfully requests postponement of this hearing to allow time for the owner to meet with the OWANA and the Architectural Review Committee. The owner has agreed to meet with OWANA on October 30th to further discuss the property. This home, like several others in our small mid-century enclave, tells a quiet but meaningful story about the evolution of Old West Austin. These structures may not be grand, but together they form a cohesive thread in the architectural and cultural fabric of the district. 702 Winflo was built by Tommie Hamby, part owner of the Hoffbrau Restaurant a beloved Austin institution that has operated on West 6th Street for over 80 years. He built this home to live near his family business, a powerful reflection of the values of the time: local ownership, walkable communities, and the blending of work and home life. Structures like this one are not just examples of mid-century architecture they are tangible representations of Austin’s lived history. Their preservation helps tell a fuller, more inclusive story of our city, spanning generations and grounded in the people who helped shape it. We ask for your guidance and support in helping preserve this unique and increasingly rare part of the neighborhood. Could this property potentially meet the criteria for landmark designation? We believe the collective significance of these homes is worth careful evaluation and protection. Thank you for your thoughtful stewardship of Austin’s irreplaceable heritage. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Steering Committee Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association
