HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS AUGUST 6, 2025 PR-2025-029950; GF-2025-033059; HR-2025-056344 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 1703 ALAMEDA DRIVE 15.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1939 house and construct a residence. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Demolish the existing one-story house, which contributes to the National Register district. Construct a two-story house in generally the same location on the lot. ARCHITECTURE Built in a simple, minimal traditional form, the house at 1703 Alameda Drive is set at grade slightly above the street on a pier-and-beam foundation with a concrete skirt. Due to elevation at the site, the crawlspace is much higher at the front of the house than at the rear, where it sits nearly at-grade. The house is nearly rectangular in plan with a small front porch cutout at one corner, which is accessed from a stair leading to a front walkway. It is clad in horizontal wood siding at all exterior walls, and original screens are present at the four front windows as well as at the side, along with a screen door at the rear of the porch as the primary entryway. Windows are typically paired or arranged in three units, side-by-side. There is minimal overhang from the hipped roof, which is clad in composition shingle. Overall, the house is in intact condition when viewed from the street, with minimal alterations apparent. RESEARCH After construction around 1939, the house was first owned by Hiram & Doris Brown, who worked at local businesses such as Texas Cleaners & Shoe Repair. The Browns owned the property through World War II, and shortly after was sold to Charles & Bertha Kinney. Charles Kinney worked as a salesman and Bertha worked for many years as a clerk at the Internal Revenue Service. For a time, their adult son lived with them while attending the University of Texas. 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 Proposed construction is generally on the same footprint as the existing house and matches setback to other houses on the street. 2. Orientation The proposed residence is oriented towards the street, like the existing house and neighbors on the same street. 3. Scale, massing, and height Generally, …
1703 Alameda Goal • The owners are seeking approval for demolition to transform the property to better suit their needs and those of their aging family members. • They are committed to meeting the design standards and Alameda’s characteristics/influence • As the existing structure lacks “strong architectural elements”, we propose a solution that will: • Complement the district’s aesthetic and heritage • While meeting the homeowners’ functional needs Response to questions posed at ARC • Comment made: • Design/Exterior Materials: • Questions about consistency and appropriateness in the historic setting. • Observed that the design appears to take inspiration from a new neighboring house (stucco), rather than fitting the established character of the street. • Response • Updated with Craftsman-style elements and inspiration from the current house, reflecting the design principles of the Arts and Crafts period prevalent on Alameda Street • Mixed Materials: Combination of Sidings and Natural Wood • Decorative Trim: Board and Batten & Horizontal Siding with a lower siding detail to reflect the porch railing of the craftsman style • Decorative Brackets • Low Pitched Gabled Roof with large overhanging eaves • Inset Porches • Large Grouped Windows 1703 Alameda Dr – Updated Elevations 1703 Alameda Dr – Updated Elevations 1703 Alameda Dr – Rough Rendering 1703 Alameda Dr – Rough Rendering Response to questions posed at ARC • Comment made: • Garage Placement and Grade Issues: • Response • Visitability main living area was the primary focus • 5’ elevation gain (526’-532’) in the house footprint • Combination of excavation in the back yard to help reduce the overall height of the house and grading in the front of the house to help blend the driveway to the natural grade will be used • Concerns about the garage being set lower relative to the main floor, producing a split-level effect. • Questions about the site plan's handling of natural grade and the garage's elevation, with some confusion based on the submitted drawings. Area of Excavation Roughly 4’ of Elevation Change Influencing Contributing Houses on Alameda St 1507 Alameda Dr Contributing 1517 Alameda Dr Contributing 1809 Alameda Dr Contributing Response to questions posed at ARC • Comment made: • Suggestions included reconsidering the prominent arch (possibly removing it or replacing with a framed opening) to help scale and reduce visual disjunction. • Response • Replaced with an inset Craftsman-style porch for improved proportionality. • Removed imposing …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS AUGUST 6, 2025 PR-2025-062597 WEST LINE HISTORIC DISTRICT 705 BROWNLEE CIRCLE 16.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a multi-unit residence. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct a three-unit residential building. The previous building on the property was listed as non-contributing to the historic district and not reviewed by the Historic Landmark Commission. 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 setback of the proposed construction is similar to the non-contributing resource that has been approved for demolition. It is also similar to other houses on the block and is located on a curved section of street to allow any variation in setback to blend. 2. Orientation Consisting of four units, there is not a cohesive main entry that can be described as facing the street. 3. Scale, massing, and height The property and street are set on a sloping elevation. To that end, the two-stories above grade as proposed do not project substantially higher than neighbors on the block. The massing of the proposed structure creates the appearance of the second floor being offset from the main floor, creating a very modern look that stands out from surrounding contributing properties. 4. Proportions While this block of houses does feature varying forms and sizes of houses, the proposed design for this lot is very different from all others, especially those contributing properties. 5. Design and style The overall design of this new construction is a departure from its neighbors specifically and the district generally, which does make it distinct from surrounding contributing properties. No historic architectural styles are being emulated, and materials are generally modern or presented in a modern layout or assembly. 6. Roofs Roof form is not simple, though there are few crickets or penetrations proposed. Due to numerous rooftop decks, a sloped roof only appears at the front elevation. Some sort of standing seam metal is proposed, which is compatible with the modern design of the rest of the house. This material is common enough (if not original) on buildings in the area. 7. Exterior walls Exterior walls will be metal and brick in material. The brick is appropriate for the neighborhood, but modern metal …
05/08/2025 BRWN NEW 4-UNIT RESIDENCE 705 Brownlee Circle Austin Texas 78703 U.S.A. CDPROC 49 May 14, 2025 e.g. CDPROC25April 03 2025SCOPE (NEW, RENOVATION, ADDITION)BRWN705 Brownlee Circle Austin Texas 78703 U.S.A. VICINITY MAP y p x c E a P o M 705 BROWNLEE CIRCLE, AUSTIN, TX 78703,EE.UU R O D L F WIN W Cesar Chavez St C OLO R A D O RIVE R LEGAL DESCRIPTION PROJECT ADDRESS: 705 Brownlee Circle Austin Texas 78703 U.S.A. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 32 OF PARK VIEW, VOLUME 5, PAGE 69, PLAT RECORDS, TRAVIS CO.,TX DESCRIPTION OF WORK: DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DUPLEX AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW 4-UNIT RESIDENCE OWNER'S NAME: BRAD HOSKINS & MELISSA SKIDMORE E N FIE L D R D W 15th St D LV R B A M A N L PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS ARCHITECT WEBBER + STUDIO 1220 LAVACA ST AUSTIN, TX 78701 512-236-1032 STRUCTURAL ENGINEER FORT STRUCTURES 2120 E 7th ST. STE 200 Austin, TX 78702 MECHANICAL ENGINEER FRESH AIR SIZING 3306 DALTON ST AUSTIN, TX 78745 512-466-7679 ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING ENGINEER S3 INGENIEROS KPMG BUILDING L2 ESCAZU, COSTA RICA +506-4020-2342 GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER HOLT ENGINEERING, INC. 2220 BARTON SKYWAY AUSTIN, TX 78704 512-447-8166 W Cesar Chavez St y w L H A N GIO E R R E T IN WATERPROOFIING CONSULTANT ACTON PARTNERS P.O. BOX 203663 AUSTIN, TX 78720-3663 CIVIL ENGINEER TBD LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT TBD INTERIOR DESIGNER TBD CONTRACTOR/BUILDER TBD SHEET INDEX ARCHITECTURAL PERMIT G001 G001 G002 G002 G003 G003 G004 G004 G005 G005 G006 G006 G100 G100 G101 G101 G102 G102 G103 G103 G104 G104 G105 G106 G106 G107 G107 D001 G201 D101 D001 D102 D101 SP101 D102 SP102 SP101 SP103 SP102 A100 SP103 A101 A100 A102 A101 A103 A102 A110 A103 A111 A110 A112 A111 A113 X111 A114 A112 A120 A113 A121 A114 A122 A120 A123 A121 A129 A122 A200 A123 A201 A129 A202 A130 A300 A131 A301 A132 A302 A133 A303 A134 A304 A200 A305 A201 A306 A202 A307 A300 A308 A301 A309 A302 A310 A303 A311 A304 A312 A305 A313 A306 A501 A307 A502 A308 A503 A309 A504 A310 A505 A311 A506 A401 A601 A402 A602 A403 A603 A404 A604 A405 A606 A406 A700 A407 A701 A408 SC100 A409 SC101 A410 SC102 A411 SC103 A412 SC104 A413 A414 A501 A502 A503 A504 A505 A506 A510 A520 COVER SHEET COVER SHEET PROJECT INFORMATION PROJECT INFORMATION PROPERTY INFORMATION PROPERTY INFORMATION EXISTING CONDITIONS PHOTOS EXISTING CONDITIONS PHOTOS …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PERMITS IN NATIONAL REGISTER HISTORIC DISTRICTS AUGUST 6, 2025 PR-2025-079069 TRAVIS HEIGHTS-FAIRVIEW PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT 1804 ALTA VISTA AVENUE 17.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a residence on a vacant lot. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct a three-story house on a sloping lot in the Travis Heights neighborhood. The lot has historically been vacant and has recently been subdivided from a neighbor. 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 proposed setback from the street is around 34 feet, which is slightly further back than contributing properties on the block. However, this is due to a heritage tree in the front of the property and the required distance from the critical root zone. 2. Orientation The front of the house faces the street, like other contributing buildings. Due to grade changes on site, the front walk from the street becomes an elevated walkway when it reaches the front porch. 3. Scale, massing, and height Though the building is described as three-stories, the lowest floor is entirely below grade from the front of the lot. When viewed from the street, the proposed house appears to be two floors, set at a decline from the road. Massing is generally simple, with some complexity at the front of the house to fit around the heritage tree mentioned above. 4. Proportions Design of the new construction is compatible with neighboring properties, which are a mix of contributing and non- contributing resources. If only compared to contributing properties, it remains in scale, especially given the elevation changes on site. 5. Design and style No replication of style or false historicism is present in the design. Though the facades have a very modern appearance, it fits with surrounding non-contributing properties on the block, and the setback from the street allows the style to blend with its surroundings due to the muted materials and colors selected. 6. Roofs A single slope roof is present, which is a simple and discreet in form. The slope is to the side and the roof material will not be easily legible from the street. 7. Exterior walls No exterior walls are windowless, and wall cladding above street grade is corrugated siding. Although modern …
PROJECT INFORMATION GENERAL NOTES - SITE PLAN LOT 7 BLOCK 11 TRAVIS HEIGHTS, ON ADDITION IN TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLAT OF RECORD THERE OR IN BOOK 3, PAGE 15 PLAT RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS. PROPERTY ZONING: SF-3 FAMILY RESIDENCE NP NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN COMBINING DISTRICT 1. 2. CONTRACTOR (GC) IS RESPONSIBLE FOR VERIFYING SITE DIMENSIONS AND CONDITIONS. VERIFY DIMENSIONS MARKED "V.I.F." PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION, AND NOTIFY ARCHITECT OF ANY INCONSISTENCIES. LOT AREA BUILDING COVERAGE ALLOWABLE BUILDING COVERAGE PROPOSED BUILDING HEIGHT ALLOWABLE BUILDING HEIGHT PROPOSED IMPERVIOUS COVER ALLOWABLE IMPERVIOUS COVER PROPOSED GFA ALLOWABLE GFA PROPOSED 6366 SQFT 40% 2,546.4 SQFT 21.3% 1,354 SQFT 32'-0" 31'-3.5" 45% 2,864.7 SQFT 28.7% 1,829 SQFT 2,546.4 SQFT 40% 2,531 SQFT 39.8% 6 1/4" 40' - 0" TENT PORTION 2 HIGH POINT = 551.5' ' 5 4 5 O H \\ \\ EXISTING WOOD FENCE ' . 9 8 4 5 1 3 ' - 6 " 1 6 ' - 0 3 / 4 " O H ' 6 4 5 \ \ O H N 1 6 ° 1 0 5 6 . 5 ' ' 0 1 " E O H ( P L A T 5 6 ) LOT 12 . 1 5 ' ( F . M . ) LINE OF BUILDING 23' - 0 3/4" PROPOSED ROOF OVERHANG 1 0 ' - 0 " R E A R S E T B A C K P E R Z O N I N G PROPOSED ELECTRICAL SERVICE ENTRANCE \ \ O H 17' - 8 1/2" H O ' 8 4 5 ' 9 4 5 O H H O ' 7 4 5 ' 1 . 7 4 5 O H ' 1 . 1 5 5 1 Proposed Site Plan SCALE: 3/16" = 1'-0" . C N . T O E TENT PORTION 1 HIGH POINT = 555.8' C R 40' - 0" L L A W 10' - 0" 8' - 0" 16' - 5 3/4" T0 BUILDING LINE BRIDGE PROJECTION TO ACCESSIBLE BRIDGE Y R A D N U O B Y T R E P O R P W M EXISTING 4" WASTE WATER LINE LOT 8 S 62°46'10" E 114.99' (F.M.) 115.0' (PLAT) PROPOSED ROOF OVERHANG EXISTING CONCRETE RETAINING WALL PROPERTY BOUNDARY ' . 8 5 5 5 WASTE WATER LINE 5'-0" SIDE SETBACK PER ZONING LOW …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION DEMOLITION AND RELOCATION PERMITS AUGUST 6, 2025 PR-2025-083770; GF-2025-085752 2901 DEL CURTO RD 18 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish a ca. 1939 house. ARCHITECTURE One- and one-half story stone veneer cottage with hipped roof, exposed rafter tails beneath deep eaves, a stone-veneer chimney, and tiered stone steps at entryway. RESEARCH 2901 Del Curto Road was home to the Castle family for nearly eighty years from 1941 to 2019. Florence and Joseph Castle were prominent musicians and spent much of their lives as popular performers, composers, and music educators in Austin. Both Florence and Joseph Castle had academic degrees in music, an especially uncommon feat for women in the 1930s. The couple moved to Austin in 1939 and quickly established themselves as in-demand performers. Florence Castle was a composer and in-demand teacher of piano and coronet music; Joseph Castle was concertmaster of the University Symphony, worked both as an individual composer and a contributor to multiple musical compilations, and wrote academically on guitar and violin while also instructing University and private students in both instruments. He also performed during the 1940s and ‘50s in multiple country and western groups, gaining statewide recognition, and worked as a piano tuner. An extensive history of the Castles was compiled after Florence Castle’s death by Pat and Mel Oakes for the Congregational Church of Austin, of which the Castles were esteemed members and longtime musical leaders.1 The Castles briefly moved from Austin during World War II and for part of 1953, but always returned to their home in Austin. Joseph Castle died in 1992, and Florence Castle in 2019 at the age of 103. PROPERTY EVALUATION 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 may meet two criteria for landmark designation: a. Architecture. The building is a good example of a rustic Texas cottage, popular in Austin during the 1930s and 1940s. b. Historical association. The property is associated with musicians and composers Florence and Joseph Castle. 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 was not evaluated for its ability to possess a unique location, physical characteristic, or significant feature …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2025-0022 HLC DATE: August 6, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Shana Feste & Brian Kavanaugh-Jones (owner-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: Stedman-Graves House WATERSHED: Shoal Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 1701 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX 78701 ZONING CHANGE: SF-3 to SF-3-H COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Grant the proposed zoning change from family residence (SF-3) to family residence-historic combining district (SF-3-H) zoning. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture 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, City of Austin Downtown Commission, Downtown Austin Alliance, Downtown Austin Neighborhood Assn. (DANA), Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Historic Austin Neighborhood Association, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Judges Hill Neighborhood Association, Preservation Austin, Shoal Creek Conservancy DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2025 Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey recommends the store building as eligible for designation as contributing resource to both a local Judges Hill historic district and a Judges Hill National Register historic district. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION: The historic zoning application summarizes the Stedman-Graves house’s architectural significance and historical associations with the Stedman and Graves families, as well as to its local architect as follows: The 1927 Stedman-Graves House merits historic landmark status for its architectural design by prominent Austin architect Edwin Kreisle as a representative of the Colonial Georgian Revival style, and for its importance to the City of Austin as the home of prominent lawyer and judge, Ireland Graves, and of his wife Mary Stedman Graves, who was extremely active in the civic life of Austin. The home continues to serve as a residence in a neighborhood where homes are increasingly utilized as businesses. The Judges Hill Neighborhood Association supports the inclusion of this home into any future City of Austin and/or National Register Historic Districts.1 § 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; 1 Allen, Phoebe. “1927 Home of Mary Stedman & Judge Ireland Graves, 1701 San Gabriel Street in Judges Hill.” 2025. 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 …
City of Austin - Historic Preservation Office Historic Zoning Application Packet General Overview Historic zoning is a zoning overlay which is added to the base zoning of a specific tract of land (for example, CBD-H denotes Central Business District-Historic Zoning). To qualify for City Historic Landmark status, a property must meet the local historic designation criteria (see below). Applicants must submit historical documentation demonstrating how the property meets these criteria (see attached submittal requirements). The Historic Landmark Commission reviews all applications for City Historic Landmark designation, with the Austin City Council making final decisions on these designations. At least three (3) months are typically required to process a City Historic Landmark designation through the City Council once a complete application is received. Once designated, all proposed exterior site and building changes (other than routine maintenance) to a historically zoned tract require advance review and approval by the City Historic Landmark Commission. The Historic Landmark Commission's design standards are available on the Historic Preservation Office website: https://www.austintexas.gov/department/historic-preservation. Landmark properties that are in good repair and in full compliance with the City historic review requirements are eligible to apply annually for a historic property tax exemption. For information on the historic zoning process, refer to Chapter 25-2 of the City Land Development Code. WHERE TO APPLY: To ensure that the application is complete, an advance review by the City Historic Preservation Office is required prior to formal submittal with the Land Use Review Division (https://www.austintexas.gov/department/land-use-review). Preliminary applications may be submitted electronically to preservation@austintexas.gov, at the receptionist’s desk at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive by appointment, or by mail addressed to: City of Austin-PDC Historic Preservation Office PO Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 Email preservation@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-3393 for an appointment. TIME FRAME FOR PROCESSING HISTORIC ZONING CASES: Each historic zoning case is reviewed by the Historic Landmark Commission at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Commission approximately four to six weeks after receipt of application. The Historic Landmark Commission meets once a month, typically on the first Wednesday of each month. The case is then heard by either the Zoning and Platting Commission or the Planning Commission approximately three weeks after the Historic Landmark Commission hearing, and then by the City Council approximately six weeks later. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Refer to Instructions and Submittal Checklist. Complete Application Forms, supplemental materials, and Affidavits. THE FOLLOWING CITY HISTORIC LANDMARK CRITERIA ARE CONSIDERED WHEN REVIEWING A CITY …
Jeff Harper & Mark Seeger 805 West 16th Street Austin, TX 78701 512.784.0013 July 23, 2025 City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission Planning Commission City Council Members RE: C14H-2025-0022 - 1701 San Gabriel St – Stedman-Graves House Historic Zoning Honorable Mayor, Councilmembers, and Commissioners: As our elected and appointed officials, we are encouraging your approval of the Historic Zoning application for the Stedman-Graves House located at 1701 San Gabriel St. in the Judges Hill Neighborhood, C14H-2025-0022. Research completed by the applicant demonstrates that: The structure is of a contributing nature architecturally and historically • • Several prominent Austinites have lived in the house • The house is located in one of Austin’s first neighborhoods The Graves homestead has been fortunate to have wonderful stewards. The current owners have preserved and restored the integrity of the structure. They have also been committed to sustaining the beautiful tree canopy and landscape that surrounds the home. The home was built by famed local Austin Architect and builder, Edwin C. Kreisle, also responsible for several other important Austin Landmarks including the Clubhouse at the Lions Municipal Golf Course. The current owners have graciously shared the Stedman- Graves House with the local community during annual 2025 Preservation Austin Homes tour and have demonstrated a commitment to historic preservation. Best regards, Mark Seeger & Jeff Harper, Owners The Historic Granger House and Perch A National, State and City Landmark Property
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H- HLC DATE: August 6, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Lisa Vela, Next Level Permits, LLC (commission-initiated) HISTORIC NAME: WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 607 East 38th Street, Austin, TX 78705 ZONING CHANGE: SF-3-CO-NP to SF-3-H-CO-NP COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 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. QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: architecture 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, CANPAC (Central Austin Neighborhood Plan Area Committee), Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Hancock Neighborhood Assn., Homeless Neighborhood Association, North Austin Neighborhood Alliance, Preservation Austin DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The 2019 Historic Resource Survey of North Loop, Hancock, and Upper Boggy Creek lists the house a medium priority. This survey does not give recommendations for landmark designation. 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. Originally built as a side-by-side duplex in the Hancock neighborhood, the property at 607 E. 38th St. is one of the last remaining and most intact examples of this typology in this part of the city. It features wood frame construction clad with lapped teardrop siding with a narrow profile. While many earlier built properties in Hancock, as well as surrounding neighborhoods such as Hyde Park1, were subdivided to house additional tenants during the Great Depression, this house was purpose-built for two units. This is visually apparent by the two equally sized and prominent front doors at the corners of the building, each covered with a modest gable over their respective entries. The house is elevated …
DLR Group of North Carolina, P.C. a North Carolina corporation 1213 West Morehead Street, Suite 210 Charlotte, NC 28208 March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Assessment and Recommendations Existing Windows and Doors on Congress Avenue Elevation, 2nd and 3rd Floors Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 PART 1: CONDITION ASSESSMENT Areas of Condition Assessment: This report is to assess the condition of the double-hung windows and balcony doors at the second and third floors of the Congress Avenue elevation of the Paramount Theatre in Austin. Figure 1.1: Clip of original 1915 Paramount Theater plans with areas of assessment highlighted. 2 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 1.1 Assessment of Existing Double-hung windows, 2nd and 3rd floors: a) The double hung windows are very possibly original. b) The window glass was shown to be replaced in the 1980 Renovation plans. No other work to the windows was shown in those plans. c) The windows sills are the most degraded and show significant water and sun damage. d) The bottom stile and rails of the bottom sashes are in mediocre condition. e) The putty holding in the glass has previously failed and was not neatly tooled where re-applyed f) All counterweights are broken or removed; most windows are painted shut (only two still open, which are used to access the roof of the marquee). g) The windows are not air-tight and let in drafts of air and dust. h) Exposed lintels above the windows are freshly painted and rust-free. i) Maintenance has included scheduled repainting of the exterior and re-puttying glass as needed. Figure 1.2: .... 3 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 Figure 1.3: Areas of poor condition, exterior Figure 1.4: Interior view of existing windows 4 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 Figure 1.5: Window hardware overpainted; counterweight non-functional Figure 1.6: Windows painted shut; glazing putty untooled 5 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 1.2 Assessment of Existing Balcony Doors,. Pediments, & Transoms, 3rd floor 6 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 7 Paramount Theatre, Austin Window Condition Report and Recommendations March 2025 UPDATED 9 JUNE 2025 …
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Robyn Turner Historic Preservation Office Vote NO on demolition of 607 E 38th St Sunday, August 3, 2025 11:07:10 PM [You don't often get email from External Email - Exercise Caution Preservation Board: PLEASE urge the Landmark Commission NOT to approve the demolition permit for 607 E 38th St, a treasured home/duplex with historic roots that have meaning to neighbors and add character to our neighborhood. It should be left as is. VOTE NO on the permit to demolish this historic part of the Hancock Neighborhood and old Austin’s culture and memory. Yours truly, Robyn M Turner 721 Sparks Ave Austin, TX 78705 Hancock resident 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".
Barbara Epstein 701 Texas Ave Austin TX 78705 - - 4 August 2025 Landmark Commission (by email) Re: Case No. PR-2025-041615 – 607 E. 38th St. Dear Sirs: This letter is written in in support of granting historic status to 607 E. 38th St. which you have already initiated, and to oppose a demolition permit because this property meets two of the five standards necessary for such historic designation: its unique design, built originally as a duplex in a Craftsman style and its architectural contribution to a gateway street to a largely intact period neighborhood. Even a modest home can be historic in design and contribute to the character of a street and an entire neighborhood. Sincerely, Barbara Epstein
From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Scott Brown Historic Preservation Office 607 E 38th Street Tuesday, August 5, 2025 9:43:07 AM image001.png External Email - Exercise Caution To whom it may concern, I am writing again to urge the commission to deny the demolition permit request for 607 E 38th Street. Neighborhoods like Hancock are a vital link between Austin’s past and its future, and when wonderful original homes and duplexes are demolished we lose that connectivity to the city’s history. This duplex is in good shape, is attractive, and appropriate for the neighborhood. Please don’t let the owners tear it down and build who-knows-what. Thanks very much, Scott Brown 700 Texas Ave - Scott Brown President 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: Ellen Justice Historic Preservation Office; HR 2025.075283 - 705 Brownlee Circle Tuesday, August 5, 2025 9:27:06 AM [You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important at / . / ] External Email - Exercise Caution Ellen Justice 802 Winflo Drive Austin, TX 78703 I have received the hearing notice only TODAY and the hearing is TOMORROW. I hope this email will establish that I OBJECT to the plans for 705 Brownlee Circle. Yes, we are a historic neighborhood, but more importantly we do not have the infrastructure to support such a large influx of residents. Even though we are near a bus line, it is very likely that this number of residents will put many more cars on our streets. No no no! Ellen Justice Sent from my iPhone 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: Attachments: Tom Bray Historic Preservation Office HR 2025-075283 Tuesday, August 5, 2025 7:40:15 PM 1048-_326_Restrictive Covenant.pdf You don't often get email from External Email - Exercise Caution Sofia, My name is Tom Bray and I own and live in 707 Brownlee Cir, Austin, TX 78703. Last week during the OWANA zoning meeting we met with designer for 705 Brownlee David Webber and discussed the existing restrictive covenants for the property. I have attached a copy for your records. I am opposed to additional stories being added to the current 705 structure and suggest a postponement of the upcoming HLC hearing until the matter of the additional stories is legally resolved. Thank you, Tom Bray 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".
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 August 5, 2025 RE: PR-2025-062597 Dear Chair Heimsath and Commissioners, The applicant for 705 Brownlee Circle met with OWANA’s Zoning Committee on Thursday, July 31st. During that meeting, we learned that the proposed project has changed from a triplex to a fourplex since its previous appearance before the Board of Adjustment in October 2024. Additionally, a nearby neighbor brought to our attention a Restrictive Covenant and subdivision plat (attached) that limits development on Lot 34 (705 Brownlee Circle) to one story in height. A nearby neighbor present at the meeting and others unable to attend expressed concerns about the scale and massing of the proposed four-unit, four-story structure, as well as the implications of the existing Restrictive Covenant. OWANA recommends that the applicant schedule a meeting with the Architectural Review Committee (ARC), as they have not yet presented this revised design in that setting. We also encourage the applicant to engage with nearby neighbors to address concerns about the Restrictive Covenant and clarify whether a multi-story building is permissible under its terms. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Steering Committee Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: Lukes, Austin M Blockley Wagner, Sofia Re: 705 Brownlee Wednesday, August 6, 2025 11:20:25 AM Outlook-Logo__Desc.png Hello Ms. Blockley, Thank you for providing this statement, and we will have your comments added to the record for this case. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do. Thank you, Austin Austin Lukes Planner Senior Planning Department, Historic Preservation Office 512-978-0766 austin.lukes@austintexas.gov From: . < . Sent: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 8:26 PM To: Lukes, Austin <Austin.Lukes@austintexas.gov> Subject: 705 Brownlee @ You don't often get email from . @ . External Email - Exercise Caution Dear Austin Lukes. I am adding my voice to those of my Brownlee neighbors Tom Bray and Kim Overton to ask for a delay in the HLC hearing concerning the proposed multistory construction sought by the owner of 705 Brownlee, and to express again (as I did in person at City Hall October 24, 2024) to this violation of the neighborhood covenant of 1951. Sincerely, Mary Blockley 702 Brownlee Circle (since 1992, when I bought it from Gladys Shearer) 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".
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, July 9, 2025 – 4:00PM Permitting and Development Center Conference Room 1401 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the committee may be participating by videoconference Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item NOT on the agenda once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to 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, use the QR code or the link on this agenda. For questions, email preservation@austintexas.gov or call Sam Fahnestock at (512) 974-3393. COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Kevin Koch Jaime Alvarez Harmony Grogan CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. 2. 2 Green Lanes Graves House Council District 10 Proposal: Rear second floor addition, new construction. Applicant: Norma Yancey 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: New signage at two facades of the hotel. Applicant: Marcos Crane 3. 4. 604 Brazos St. Driskill Hotel Council District 9 Proposal: Spandrel replacement and new windows at Brazos Street storefront. Applicant: Marcos Crane 713 Congress Ave. Paramount Theatre Heritage Grant Project Council District 9 Proposal: Balcony doors and windows above surface grade; requesting to preserve the doors and windows with minimal replacement. Applicant: Jonathan Humphrey, Austin Theatre Alliance 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 2512 & 2514 Wooldridge Dr. Old West Austin National Register Historic District Council District 10 Proposal: Demolition of existing residence, new construction single-family residence with basement, outdoor living areas, porches. Applicant: CleanTag Permits 1210 W. 12th St. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Total demolition of a contributing building. Applicant: Stephen Hawkins 705 Brownlee Cir. West Line National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: New construction. Applicant: David Webber 200 N IH 35 Svrd SB. Palm Park Shelter House Council District 9 Proposal: Restore the original masonry and remove the existing roof, which will be replaced with a canopy. Applicant: Lincoln Davidson 1703 Alameda Dr. Travis Heights-Fairview Park National Register Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolish a contributing building. Construct …
Historic Landmark Commission Applications under Review for July 2, 2025 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. 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 allowed up to 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, fill out the Microsoft Form. QR code and link at the bottom of this document. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. June 4, 2025 – Offered for consent approval BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on the Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey Presenter: Kim McKnight, Division Manager of the Historic Preservation Office Briefing on the Creative Reset for the Heritage Grant Program Presenter: Melissa Alvarado, Heritage Tourism Division Manager, Office of Art, Culture, Music and Entertainment PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0022 – 1701 San Gabriel St. Graves House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning (Postponed July 2, 2025) Applicant: Sean Reynolds City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 5. C14H-2025-0066 – 201-217 Red River St. Castleman-Bull/Trask House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 6. HR-2025-057874 – 600 Harthan St. Harthan Street Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Demolition Applicant: Jewels Cain City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 7. HR-2025-070716 – 515 E. Mary St. Mary Street Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Rear addition Applicant: Jennifer Hanlen City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 8. HR-2025-071055 – 217 Red River St. Trask House Council District 9 Proposal: Relocation Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 9. HR-2025-071074 – 201 Red River St. Castleman-Bull House Council District 9 Proposal: Relocation Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 10. HR-2025-060692 – 4411 Avenue B. Hyde Park Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Addition, two-story rear addition Applicant: Robert Howard City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 11. HR-2025-058287 – 1316 W. 6th St/607 Pressler St. Smoot House/Flower Hill Council District 9 Proposal: Rear addition Applicant: Natalie George City Staff: Kalan …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, July 2nd, 2025 – 6:00 PM City Hall – Boards and Commissions Room 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed 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 allowed up to 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) Harrison Eppright (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) CALL TO ORDER AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Historic Landmark Commission regular meeting on June 4, 2025. 1 BRIEFINGS 2. 3. Briefing on the Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey Presenter: Kim McKnight, Division Manager, Historic Preservation Office Briefing on the Creative Reset for the Heritage Grant Program Presenter: Melissa Alvarado, Heritage Tourism Division Manager, Office of Art, Culture, Music and Entertainment PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND ACTION Historic Zoning Applications 4. C14H-2025-0022 – 1701 San Gabriel St. Graves House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Sean Reynolds City Staff: Austin Lukes, Historic Preservation Office, 512-978-0766 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant’s postponement request to August 6, 2025. 5. C14H-2025-0066 – 201 & 217 Red River St. Castleman-Bull/Trask House Council District 9 Proposal: Owner-initiated historic zoning Applicant: Riley Triggs City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the proposed zoning changes from CBD-H to CBD (Tract 1), CBD to CBD (Tracts 2 and 3), and CBD to CBD-H (Tract 4). Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 6. HR-2025-057874 – 600 Harthan St. Harthan Street Local Historic District Council District 9 Proposal: Partially demolish and remodel a ca. 1930 building. Applicant: Jewels Cain City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 …
Downtown Austin Historic Resource Survey Presentation to Historic Landmark Commission Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Historic Preservation Office Planning Department Project Sponsor HHM & Associates Preservation Consulting Firm Agenda • What are Historic Resource Surveys? • Survey Background & Methodology • Survey Recommendations • Frequently Asked Questions • Timeline & Next Steps • Future Survey Projects Historic Resource Surveys ▪ Document buildings, structures, and objects that are at least 50 years old ▪ Evaluate architectural character and historic associations ▪ Recommend eligibility for historic designations, including: – Local landmark zoning (H) – Local historic district zoning (HD) – Individual National Register listing – National Register historic district listing ▪ Are a foundational tool for historic preservation and should be updated every ten years 4 Historic Resource Surveys ▪ Support City HPO staff evaluating permit and designation applications ▪ Support property owners seeking historic designation ▪ Identify heritage tourist sites/districts and areas of importance to underrepresented communities 5 Survey Background & Methodology ▪ Downtown Austin was last surveyed in 1984 ▪ 1,964 resources on 1,553 parcels surveyed ▪ Boundaries: – Enfield Rd/ MLK Jr. Blvd (north) – IH-35 (east) – Lady Bird Lake (south) – MoPac (west) 6 MLK Jr. Blvd Enfield Rd MoPac IH-35 Lady Bird Lake Step 1: Fieldwork Preparation ▪ Data integrated into geospatial database as basemap: – Travis County Appraisal District – City of Austin historic zoning – National Register of Historic Places – Historic maps 8 Step 2: Field Survey ▪ Documented all resources constructed by 1975 ▪ Both primary and auxiliary resources documented ▪ Two photographs taken of each resource ▪ Architectural character and physical integrity recorded 9 Step 3: Post-Survey Processing 1. Compile all historic research findings, including occupancy history 2. Identify historical themes and trends 3. Evaluate eligibility for local and National Register designation 4. Assess potential historic district boundaries 10 Survey Recommendations Local Historic Districts Historic Landmarks within Local Historic Districts 19% 50% 50% 81% Surveyed resources within an eligible or listed local historic district Other resources Surveyed resources eligible for landmark designation 11 Sample of Resources Eligible for Historic Designation 12 Recommended Historic District Boundaries 13 Frequently Asked Questions Will this survey result in automatic zoning or tax changes? Will voluntary owner-initiated historic designation result in zoning or tax changes? No. The survey makes only advisory recommendations for historic resource eligibility. Designation at the local level adds H or HD to the …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE NUMBER: C14H-2025-0066 HLC DATE: July 2, 2025 PC DATE: CC Date: APPLICANT: Austin Convention Center (Kalpana Sutaria) HISTORIC NAME: Trask House and Castleman-Bull House WATERSHED: Waller Creek ADDRESS OF PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE: 201-217 (201, 201 1/2, 205, 217) Red River Street and 603 E. 3rd Street ZONING CHANGE: CBD-H to CBD (Tract 1), CBD to CBD (Tracts 2 and 3), and CBD to CBD-H (Tract 4) COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Grant the proposed zoning changes from CBD-H to CBD (Tract 1), CBD to CBD (Tracts 2 and 3), and CBD to CBD-H (Tract 4). QUALIFICATIONS FOR LANDMARK DESIGNATION: The Castleman-Bull House is eligible for historic zoning under the criteria for architecture and historical associations. HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION ACTION: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: June 5, 2025 – Approve Resolution No. 20250605-022, directing staff to process the applications for rezoning of City Property, to recommend appropriate rezoning, and take necessary steps to ensure an efficient rezoning process to avoid unnecessary delay. CASE MANAGERS: Kalan Contreras (512-974-2727) and Marcelle Boudreaux (512-974-8094) NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District, Austin Neighborhoods Council, City of Austin Downtown Commission, Downtown Austin Alliance, Downtown Austin Neighborhood Assn. (DANA), El Concilio Mexican American Neighborhoods, Friends of Austin Neighborhoods, Homeless Neighborhood Association, Lower Waller Creek, Preservation Austin, Tejano Town, Waterloo Greenway DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: Applications for Certificates of Appropriateness to relocate the Castleman- Bull House on the same property at 201 Red River Street (HR-2025-071074) and to relocate the Trask House and outbuildings from 217 Red River Street closer to their original site on Neches Street (HR-2025- 071055) will be reviewed at the July 2, 2025, Historic Landmark Commission public hearing. The rezoning application seeks to remove historic zoning from the Trask House lot so the historic structures therein may be relocated, stored, and replaced nearer to their original location at the corner of Red River and East Cesar Chavez Streets. The buildings’ footprints will then be zoned H per the attached MOU between the Historic Landmark Commission and Austin Convention Center. Interpretive material is proposed for the building’s new location. Should the Red River/East Cesar Chavez Street location prove infeasible, the building will be relocated to Pioneer Farms, where it will serve to educate visitors about early Austin’s buildings, development, and ways of life. The proposal also seeks to apply historic zoning to the Castleman-Bull House’s proposed location in preparation for the …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 RESOLUTION NO. WHEREAS, the City owns the property located 201, 201 1/2, 205, and 217 Red River Street and 603 East 3rd Street (“City Property”); and WHEREAS, City Property is located across from the existing Austin Convention Center site located at 500 East Cesar Chavez Street; and WHEREAS, the City is currently working on the expansion and redevelopment of the Austin Convention Center (the “Project”) which will require a total demolition of the existing Austin Convention Center; and WHEREAS, prior to the commencement of the Project, the District Chilling Plant #4 that was previously located at the Austin Convention Center was decommissioned; and WHEREAS, the Project is planning to install a new stand-alone District Chilling Plant #4.1 on City Property to replace the decommissioned District Chilling Plant #4; and WHEREAS, City Property is the current location of the Castleman-Bull House and Trask House; and WHEREAS, the Project requires relocation of both the Castleman-Bull House and Trask House to accommodate the underground installation of the new Downtown District Cooling Plant #4.1 on City Property; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: Council initiates rezoning for City Property. Page 1 of 2 City of Austin Council Meeting Backup: June 5, 2025File ID: 25-1139 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: The City Manager is directed to process the applications for rezoning of City Property, to recommend appropriate rezoning, and take necessary steps to ensure an efficient rezoning process to avoid unnecessary delay. ADOPTED: , 2025 ATTEST: _______________________ Erika Brady City Clerk Page 2 of 2 City of Austin Council Meeting Backup: June 5, 2025File ID: 25-1139 ZONING APPLICATION FOR ZONING FILE NUMBER(S) TENTATIVE CC DATE CITY INITIATED YES NO YES NO ROLLBACK DEPARTMENT USE ONLY APPLICATION DATE TENTATIVE ZAP/PC DATE CASE MANAGER APPLICATION ACCEPTED BY PROJECT DATA OWNER’S NAME: PROJECT NAME: PROJECT STREET ADDRESS (or Range): ZIP COUNTY: If project address cannot be defined, provide the following information: ALONG THE SIDE OF APPROXIMATELY Frontage ft. (N,S,E,W) Frontage road FROM ITS INTERSECTION WITH Distance Direction TAX PARCEL NUMBER(S): Is Demolition proposed? Cross street If Yes, how many residential units will be demolished? Unknown Number of these residential units currently occupied**: Is this zoning request to rezone a …
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 DA-2025-055669; HR-2025-057874 HARTHAN STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT 600 HARTHAN STREET 6 – 1 PROPOSAL Demolish secondary buildings and construct an addition to a contributing house. Remodel the preserved portion of the contributing house. ARCHITECTURE The historic-age buildings at 600 Harthan Street, constructed between ca. 1910 and the mid-1930s, display Spanish Colonial Revival stylistic influences, though the oldest building on the property was once a Queen Anne structure before its incorporation into a Spanish Revival apartment building. This is the most recent building in the district and exemplifies the evolving design sensibilities of the era. Major additions and renovations took place between 1981 and 1984; however, these do not appear to have precluded the building’s inclusion as a contributing structure in the 2008 district nomination. PROPERTY RESEARCH The buildings at 600 Harthan Street were constructed between the early 1900s and 1984. The earliest building, a Victorian home addressed as 1208 W. 6th Street, was built by the Harthan family after purchasing the lot from the Jernigans, who owned much of the area prior to its turn-of-the-century subdivision.1 Dr. Hans Harthan, a German musician and composer, was the first director of the Austin Symphony2 and taught music out of his home studio. Harthan had served as the director of the Imperial Conservatory in Odessa, Russia, before emigrating to Texas;3 before moving to Austin he had been the Director of Music at Baylor College for about two years.4 Around 1922, Dr. David A. Lane, a dentist, purchased the large property with his family. According to research by Clayton & Little prior to a 2017 remodel application, the ca. 1930 villa constructed on the adjacent lot was designed by Roy C. Lane as part of his thesis at MIT.5 Roy Lane worked primarily as an interior designer. He also volunteered his time as a choirmaster for various congregations; he was a talented opera singer and musician who appeared in numerous local productions. Later in the 1930s, the Lanes commissioned an apartment building to be constructed next to the main house, directly in front of what had been the Harthan residence. After the deaths of his parents, Roy Lane continued to live in the home until at least 1959. Around 1984, a large addition to Lane’s Mediterranean villa designed by Black-Atkinson-Vernooy was constructed on the corner of Harthan Street and W. 6th Street. DESIGN …
600 Harthan Street H I S T O R I C L A N D M A R K C O M M I S S I O N | J U L Y 2 , 2 0 2 5 A Survey A B C Two (2) story, four (4) unit apartment building Two (2) story multi-residence Two (2) story garage apartment - HLC approved the demolition of building C in 2017 (LHD-2017-0006) D Two (2) & three (3) story building Representative section. Subject to change. C B Multi D 6 0 0 H A R T H A N S T R E E T O R I G I N A L S T R U C T U R E S R E N O V A T I O N S / A D D O N S A P P R O V E D F O R D E M O L I T I O N T O B E P R E S E R V E D T O B E D E M O L I S H E D UPDATE Majority of original structure to remain UPDATE Modified 1-car garage to be removed. View from Harthan Street Remove Added Structure Remove Enclosed Patio Remove Added Structure E A R L Y 1 9 3 0 s 6 0 0 H A R T H A N S T R E E T 2 0 2 5 Remove Modified 1-Car Garage Remove New Walls Intent: To preserve the majority of the original stucco home at 600 Harthan St. The lack of maintenance has caused the buildings to crack and degrade over time. The removal of the 1984 additions and repair of degraded materials will require new stucco and roofing to be installed. 600 Harthan Proposal Updated ▪ Demo all of Building A, B and C ▪ Demo of the 1984 additions on Building D ▪ Demo of the modified 1-car garage on Building D ▪ Replacement/resurfacing of stucco facade with like kind material ▪ Replacement of Spanish tile roof with like kind material ▪ Replacement of all windows and doors (except front door) with windows and doors that resemble the original windows and doors ▪ The front door facing Harthan to be preserved 6 0 0 H A R T H A N S T R E E T
May 28, 2025 Riverside Resources 1221 S MoPac Expy, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78746 Attention: Mr. Barrett Lepore Subject: REPORT OF FINDINGS Site: 600 Harthan, Austin, Texas Allana, Buick & Bers, Inc. (ABB) is pleased to present this report of our findings regarding the above referenced project in Austin, Texas. The objective of our review is to determine the condition of the original improvements and determine whether the original materials still exist in pace or if they remain in a condition such that they could be restored. We observed the conditions at the property during a site visit on May 22, 2025. The structures at the site appear to have been significantly altered by renovations and additions since the 1930’s. The East Structure buildings are stucco clad wood framed structures. The 1984 Addition has cracks in the stucco and poor detailing that is susceptible to wood rot due to lack of drainage at soffits. The stucco clad walls at the courtyards have significant cracks exposing the wood framing also due to poor drainage. The stucco at the original 600 Harthan house appears to have been modified, resurfaced, and repainted. The original windows from the residential structures appear to have been discarded and replaced. The West Structure buildings have not been maintained over the past 10 years. It is likely that there is concealed wood rot in the framing due to the age of the structure, cracks observed in the stucco, and poor stucco drainage. The wood framed windows show signs of wood rot. Given the major renovations including roof replacements, exterior stucco application/replacement and window size/material changes, it is our conclusion that the original exterior materials that can be refurbished are limited to Building A. The original materials at the remaining structures are mostly missing or are in a condition that would not be refurbished due to their more recent installation. 835 W 6th St., Suite 1410, Austin, TX 78701 Riverside Resources May 28, 2025 Page 2 The following summarizes our observations. West Structure Building A – Two Story Multi-Family Structure • Stucco: Likely original materials. • Windows: Likely original materials. • Roofing: Unknown. • Integrity for restoration: The stucco will require extensive repairs due to concealed wood rot. The windows could be repaired and refurbished. The roofing cannot be refurbished. Building B - 1920’s Victorian – • Stucco: Retrofit over original siding. • Windows: Not original windows. • Roofing: …
Steering Committee Members: Stephen L. Amos, Chair Renae Alsobrook, Mark Ashby, Evelyn Fujimoto, Adrienne Goldsberry, Paula Hern, Nick Mehl, William Osborn, Charlie Rice, Paul Shattuck, Shawn Shillington, Erika Tatum, Meghan Yancy May 13, 2025 Subject: OWANA Position on Proposed Demolition at 600 Harthan Street - 2025-055669 DA Dear Chair Heimsath and Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA) Zoning Committee and Steering Committee have voted not to oppose the proposed demolition of the structure located at 600 Harthan Street. The building has remained vacant and in a state of neglect for over a decade, presenting significant challenges to preservation efforts. The Zoning Committee met with representatives from Riverside Resources to review early plans for the redevelopment of the site, envisioned as part of the overall concept for 1214 W 6th Street. The concept presented envisions a continuation of small-scale shops and offices along the north side of West 6th Street, designed to complement the Sixth & Blanco project now under construction. The proposed development is intended to reflect appropriate scale and massing in accordance with the design guidelines of the Harthan Local Historic District (LHD), and to ensure compatibility with the character of both the Harthan and Castle Hill Local Historic Districts. The project aspires to create a vibrant, pedestrian-oriented space where residents and visitors can shop, dine, and engage with the community. Given the long-term condition of the property and the thoughtful nature of the proposed redevelopment, OWANA believes it is appropriate to defer to the judgment of the Historic Landmark Commission in this matter. Sincerely, Stephen L. Amos Steering Committee Chair Old West Austin Neighborhood Association
May 27, 2025 Harthan Local Historic District Landowner’s Support of the Proposed Demolition at 600 Harthan Dear Chair Heimsath and Members of the Historic Landmark Commission, The undersigned landowners in the Harthan Local Historic District (LHD) support the proposed demolition of the structures located at 600 Harthan Street. The property has stood vacant and deteriorating for over a decade, posing significant obstacles to any meaningful preservation efforts. Importantly, the integrity and character of the Harthan LHD will not be materially adversely impacted by the proposed demolition of 600 Harthan. The landowners have met with representatives of the applicant and reviewed preliminary plans for the redevelopment of the site. We look forward to collaborating with the applicant on the proposed project to ensure it is compatible with the guidelines of the Harthan LHD and accretive to the district. Given the property’s prolonged state of disrepair and the thoughtful nature of the proposed redevelopment, the undersigned support the demolition of the structures at 600 Harthan Street. Sincerely, Harthan Local Historic District Landowners 602 Harthan 605 Harthan 60 7 Harthan 609 Harthan 1206 W 6th Street 604 Harthan 606 Harthan 6 08 Harthan 610 Harthan Map of Harthan Local Historic District Subject Property
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION APPLICATION FOR A CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS JULY 2, 2025 PR-2025-060653; HR-2025-070716 MARY STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT 515 EAST MARY STREET 7.0 – 1 PROPOSAL Construct a rear two-story addition. PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS Construct an addition at the rear of the existing house, which contributes to the Mary Street local historic district. This addition is proposed to be two-stories in height and primarily located to the southeast of the existing house. ARCHITECTURE The property at 515 East Mary Street is set on a slightly sloping elevation, with the house one an elevated crawlspace foundation clad in concrete skirting. The front elevation features a center door with a double gable above, as well as a set of paired windows on either side. The walls are all clad in a thin teardrop siding and, like the door and windows, appears to be original material. From the street, the house appears to be modest in size and ornament, with the most decoration being located at the gable sheltering the front door and supported with decorative wood brackets. DESIGN STANDARDS The Mary Street Design Standards are used to evaluate projects within the historic district. The following standards apply to the proposed project: Contributing Properties: Additions 1. Location While the proposed addition is two stories, it will be minimally visible and set behind the main house. However, Standard (1c) does call for additions, wherever possible, to be shorter and narrower than the main house. In this case, it is neither, though the new dimensions do not exceed the original house by much on any side. 2. Height The proposed addition does not exceed the height of the tallest contributing building in the district on a similar sized lot. 3. Design and Style The design of the addition is generally subordinate to the existing structure. At the second floor, the footprint of the addition is smaller to reduce visual impact when viewing from the street. 4. Exterior Walls Horizontal siding is proposed for the addition, but of a different profile from the original so as not to appear historicizing. Overall, the walls complement the original is similar ways to other approved additions in the district. 5. Porches No new front porch or similar is proposed. 6. Roofs The addition features a roof structure that ties in as seamlessly as possible to the main house, given that the addition is proposed to be two stories. Roof pitch …
