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1. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. THE POOL’S STONE AND CONCRETE ARE SPLITTING APART AND CRACKING. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 2 9 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. CHANGING ROOMS - THE CONCRETE WALLS ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF WATER DAMAGE. THE WOOD DOORS ARE FALLING APART. 2. CHANGING ROOMS – ON THE INSIDE OF THE CHANGING ROOMS, THE WALLS ARE CRACKING AND THE FOUNDATION IS DAMAGED. DEBRIS IS COVERING THE FLOOR. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 0 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. FRONT OF BENCH – THE FINISH OVER THE CONCRETE BENEATH IS PEELING OFF. 2. BACKSIDE OF BENCH – THE BENCH IS CRACKED AND IS IN DISREPAIR. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 1 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. WALL IS CRACKING AND SPLITTING APART IN THIS LOCATION. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 2 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. THE BRIDGE IS CRACKING AND IS UNSAFE TO WALK OVER. 2. THE WALL IS CRUMBLING APART IN SEVERAL AREAS. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 3 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior 1. 2. POOL AND LANDSCAPE EXTERIOR 1. THE CONCRETE STAIRS ARE CONSTRICTING THIS SIGNIFICANT TREE. 2. THE STAIRS ARE CRACKING AND MOVING DUE TO THE TREE’S GROWTH. J U N E 2 8 , 2 0 2 2 3 4 2 0 0 2 S C E N I C D R I V E R E S I D E N C E Pool and Landscape- Exterior T H A N K Y O U 2002 Scenic Lake Austin Case Rationale for 2002 Scenic Architecture Historical Association Archaeology Community Value Landscape Feature ? X X ? ? The Commission must find that the property meets at least two of the above criteria. ARCHITECTURE? We believe the case for architectural significance is weak, but at the very least, it – alone – is not sufficient. STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY Much of the structures could not be preserved as they exist today – they would need to be deconstructed and rebuilt. LANDSCAPE FEATURE The “Landscaped Features” in the staff report are common yard amenities laid out in a functional manner. COMMUNITY VALUE It is not physically or visually accessible to the community and does not meet precedent for “Community Value.” Cases WITH “Historic Association” Cases With NO “Historic Association” HISTORIC ASSOCIATION ) 2 2 0 2 - 1 1 0 2 ( s e s a C g n n o Z i c i r o t s i H It is highly unusual to have an historic landmark case in which there is no historic association. HISTORIC ASSOCIATION Cases With NO “Historic Association” Staff Presentation (Outlier Case): “Struggle as I have to come up with a second criterion to recommend historic zoning for this house, I have not been able to do it. Professor Sellstrom – as far as I can tell, in conversations I have had and research that I’ve done – his career has not been as noteworthy and significant as we generally look for when we’re designating a house as a historic landmark. We have to look at both the architecture – where, I think we have architecture here in spades, I mean there’s no doubt about it – but the Historic Associations, in staff’s opinion, are just not there.” It is highly unusual to have an historic landmark case in which there is no historic association. Rationale for 2002 Scenic Architecture Historical Association Archaeology Community Value Landscape Feature ? X X X X This case does not meet at least two of the above criteria. “The masonry walls are not adequate for load-bearing, and their reuse as a non-load-bearing veneer is not practical. The foundation is questionable and likely not adequate for reuse in an extensive renovation.” “The wood roof framing has obvious rot in areas exposed by holes, and I believe it is likely that further investigation will reveal that none of the roof framing is salvageable.” For the Apartment Unit: “These walls cannot be reused as load-bearing.” “These [pool] walls and slab have failed… The pool and deck are not suitable for reuse.” Engineer’s Report – Major Structural Issues Impact: Foundation Masonry Walls Wood Framing Extensive Water Damage Pool Deck and Slab 2002 Scenic faces extensive structural issues that will necessitate demolition. Landscape Feature Rationale to have appears property a “The significant and unique designed landscape with aesthetic and historical value. Some landscape features, including the arched bridge and bench, appear to incorporate Delisle’s Urnite material. This material is the landscape rare today. Additionally, designed by Delisle specifically relates to his architectural vision for the house, with meandering walks, an expansive lawn, and an early swimming pool built into the hillside topography to provide a river view.” Staff Report’s Landscaping Rationale Relies on Three Claims: 1. That Delisle designed the landscaping. 2. That the landscaping features Urnite. 3. That the landscaping has significant and unique value. Landscape Feature Rationale to have appears property a “The significant and unique designed landscape with aesthetic and historical value. Some landscape features, including the arched bridge and bench, appear to incorporate Delisle’s Urnite material. This material is the landscape rare today. Additionally, designed by Delisle specifically relates to his architectural vision for the house, with meandering walks, an expansive lawn, and an early swimming pool built into the hillside topography to provide a river view.” Staff Report’s Landscaping Rationale Relies on Three Claims: 1. That Delisle designed the landscaping – UNVERIFIED 2. That the landscaping features Urnite – UNVERIFIED 3. That the landscaping has significant and unique value. “Landscape Feature” Precedent (Casa McMath) Intentional Design Connected to the Site’s History Distinct and Unique Style We reviewed every historic zoning case in the city’s system over the past decade in order to determine precedent for what constituted an historic “Landscape Feature.” 2002 Scenic’s landscaping is NOT historic. It largely consists of common yard amenities laid out in a functional manner. 2002 Scenic’s landscaping is NOT historic. It largely consists of common yard amenities laid out in a functional manner. Subject Area Precedent (McMath) 2002 Scenic Who What Where Historic Association — Integrated Site Features Common Yard Amenities Intentional Functional How Distinct and Unique Style Unverified “Urnite” Claims 2002 Scenic’s landscape features are not historic. It largely consists of common yard amenities laid out in a functional manner. Subject Area Precedent (McMath) 2002 Scenic Who What Where How ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ X X X X 2002 Scenic’s landscape features are not historic. It largely consists of common yard amenities laid out in a functional manner. to have appears property “The a significant and unique designed landscape with aesthetic and historical value. Some landscape features, including the arched bridge and bench, appear to incorporate is Delisle’s Urnite material. This material rare today. Additionally, the landscape designed by Delisle specifically relates to his architectural vision for the house, with meandering walks, an expansive lawn, and an early swimming pool built into the hillside topography to provide a river view.” Staff Report’s Landscaping Rationale Relies on Three Claims: 1. 2. That Delisle designed the landscaping – UNVERIFIED That the landscaping features Urnite – UNVERIFIED 3. That the landscaping has significant and unique value. Urnite • “Urnite” is NOT historic. It was a short-lived and failed business venture. • Delisle is NOT historic. HLC chose not to invoke the Historic Association criterion. • Delisle’s connection to “Urnite” is tenuous. He was just one of “the men who owned stock.”  r a e Y r e P e t i n r U t u o b A s e l c i t r A e u q n U i l a t o T We reviewed every newspaper archive reference available related to “urnite.”  r a e Y r e P e t i n r U t u o b A s e l c i t r A e u q n U i l a t o T There were four unique articles about “urnite” in 1927, the year the Urnite Manufacturing Company was founded.  r a e Y r e P e t i n r U t u o b A s e l c i t r A e u q n U i l a t o T There was one more “urnite” article in 1928.  r a e Y r e P e t i n r U t u o b A s e l c i t r A e u q n U i l a t o T And two more “urnite” articles in 1929. After that we were unable to locate more “urnite” articles. “Community Value” Factors Precedential Cases Accessible Location Visually Accessible Publicly Accessible / Public Purpose Connection to Black or Latinx History ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ We reviewed every historic zoning case in the city’s system over the past decade in order to determine precedent for what constituted “Community Value.” Average “Community Value” Case Distance to Closest Public Transit Stop (ft.) “Community Value” cases tend to be accessible to the broader Austin community. Average “Community Value” Case 2002 Scenic Dr. 2002 Scenic is nearly four times farther away from public transit than the average “Community Value” case. Distance to Closest Public Transit Stop (ft.) Population in WANG Boundaries According to the Census Bureau, there are a little bit less than 14,000 people in the neighborhood (West Austin Neighborhood Group). Population in WANG Boundaries Pedestrians Passing Site (On a Weekend) Cyclists Passing Site (On a Weekend) Yet a transportation study found only 151 pedestrians and 66 cyclists passing this property over an entire weekend (48 hours, Saturday and Sunday). Combined, that is less than 2 percent of the neighborhood. Virtually all “Community Value” cases (over 90 percent) were visually accessible from public right-of-way. Virtually all “Community Value” cases (over 90 percent) were visually accessible from public right-of-way. Virtually all “Community Value” cases (over 90 percent) were visually accessible from public right-of-way. Virtually all “Community Value” cases (over 90 percent) were visually accessible from public right-of-way. Unlike virtually all “Community Value” cases, 2002 Scenic is not visually accessible for the public. We evaluated every historic zoning case over the past decade to determine what constituted “Community Value.” Most “Community Value” cases either involved a landmark that was publicly accessible or had a public purpose… … or was part of the history of the Black or Latinx communities. Very few cases did not include one or more of these factors. “Community Value” Factors Precedential Cases Accessible Location Visually Accessible Publicly Accessible / Public Purpose Connection to Black or Latinx History ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ We reviewed every historic zoning case in the city’s system over the past decade in order to determine precedent for what constituted “Community Value.” “Community Value” Factors 2002 Scenic Dr. Accessible Location Visually Accessible Publicly Accessible / Public Purpose Connection to Black or Latinx History X X X X 2002 Scenic Dr. does not meet any of these factors – and is an extreme outlier among “Community Value” precedents. Rationale for 2002 Scenic Architecture Historical Association Archaeology Community Value Landscape Feature ? X X X X This case does not meet at least two of the above criteria. Back-Up Slides Precedent 2002 Scenic Designed By: Designed By: ? Hugh McMath • Professor of Architecture (UT) • Director of School of Architecture • President of Central Texas AIA literally “Although Hugh McMath did not design this house, his interventions a modernist take quite architectural form and seek to ground it, both through integration into the landscape from regional architectural traditions.” borrowing and Staff Report: Staff Report: “Landscape features, including arched bridge to bench, incorporate Delisle’s Urnite material.” appear and The staff report’s rationale focuses on the unverified assumption that certain common yard amenities may incorporate “urnite” – a short-lived material without historic significance. 2002 Scenic is not accessible to the community. It is located on an isolated West Austin street – and fronts onto the lake, far away from the right-of-way. Staff Presentation: “Struggle as I have to come up with a second criterion to recommend historic zoning for this house, I have not been able to do it. Professor Sellstrom – as far as I can tell, in conversations I have had and research that I’ve done – his career has not been as noteworthy and significant as we generally look for when we’re designating a house as a historic landmark. We have to look at both the architecture – where, I think we have architecture here in spades, I mean there’s no doubt about it – but the Historic Associations, in staff’s opinion, are just not there. I don’t know that it could qualify as a historic landmark – especially with owner opposition.“ … Cases WITH “Historic Association” Cases With NO “Historic Association” HISTORIC ASSOCIATION ) 2 2 0 2 - 1 1 0 2 ( s e s a C g n n o Z i c i r o t s i H It is highly unusual to have an historic landmark case in which there is no historic association. And all of the “Community Value” cases that Council actually approved included at least one of these factors. The property appears to have a significant and unique designed landscape with aesthetic and historical value. Some landscape features, including the arched bridge and bench, appear to incorporate Delisle’s Urnite material. This material is rare today. Additionally, the landscape designed by Delisle specifically relates to his architectural vision for the house, with meandering walks, an expansive lawn, and an early swimming pool built into the hillside topography to provide a river view. The staff report’s rationale focuses on purely speculative claims about Delisle and “urnite” – a short-lived material without historic significance. May 26, 2022 Terri Myers, Chair City of Austin Historic Landmark Commission Re: 2002 Scenic Drive Dear Ms. Myers, Preservation Austin exists to empower Austinites to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and meaningful community culture through preservation. We love a good building, and write today to express our concern over the possible demolition of 2002 Scenic Drive (PR-2002-032448), a property that we believe is eligible for historic designation. Following the May HLC meeting during which this case was postponed, Preservation Austin conducted additional research into the history of the site beyond what was included in the case backup materials. Based on the backup materials and our additional research, Preservation Austin believes that the property meets the criteria for significance under Architecture and Historical Association. However, we also believe that additional research is needed and ask that HPO staff be given more time to research the complete history of this property so that the best preservation outcome may be achieved. The property on Scenic Drive retains integrity as defined by the National Register of Historic Places and clearly conveys historical significance. Its wholly unique design and landscape tell a distinct Austin story that we are just beginning to understand, and we echo neighbors’ extreme dismay that this rare architectural treasure might be razed. Preservation Austin believes the properties meet the following criteria for preservation under Austin’s current development code: Architecture: The primary building at 2002 Scenic Drive is a two-story Spanish eclectic residence with Modern and eclectic additions constructed during the historic period. Fenestration includes multi-light wood casement windows irregularly placed throughout. A cylindrical turret with a crenelated parapet and arched windows flanks an open masonry porch that leads to an expansive designed landscape. Both the exterior and interior feature elaborately carved keystones with human and animal motifs. The landscape features tinted concrete elements including a footbridge and a bench. Based on our research, we determined that 2002 Scenic Drive (formerly 2002 River Road) was built in 1923. Its architect is yet unclear; however, we know that the home was built by Raymond Delisle, who was the builder of several homes along Lake Austin around this time. Delisle was a businessman involved in many endeavors, including the Urnite Manufacturing Company, where he held the position of director. 2002 Scenic Drive’s architecture is extremely similar to that of the smaller cottage at 2005 Scenic Drive, which features stonework and a mantle bearing the face of a Viking, warranting additional research into this fanciful complex along Lake Austin. The property also resembles other stone homes at 2008, 2102, and 2105 Scenic Drive, clearly reflecting a development pattern in this area. Urnite Company was established as early as 1927. An ad for the company in 1929 stated that they manufactured “permanent rustic features made to order,” including fountains, birdbaths, benches, and other fixed and moveable objects similar to those seen in the landscape at 2002 Scenic Drive. A 1929 newspaper article in the Austin American describes the Urnite Company employing a “special Spanish process” to create a faux-wood effect out of tinted concrete that its staff learned from Mexican artisans. This technique is almost certainly that of faux bois or trabajo rústico. Faux bois (French for “false wood”) is a technique in which concrete structures resemble rustic wood or pieces of fallen or decaying trees. The material thus gives the impression of being malleable and organic in form. In Austin, the most prominent example of faux bois is the Briones House on E. 7th Street, colloquially known as Casa de Sueños. It was designed and built by Mexican artisan and builder Genaro P. Briones and completed in 1947. Briones worked with Mexican-born builder Dionicio Rodriguez, known for his masterful designs and artistic techniques. He was best known for his expertise in concrete faux bois, a style he learned while in Mexico. Rodriguez most frequently used the faux bois technique in footbridges, benches, and shelters. The influence of his work is quite evident in Briones’ home, particularly the outdoor furniture Genaro constructed for his own terrace and grotto. This method of applying tinted and sculpted stucco to reinforced concrete was not common in Texas, which makes Rodriguez’s and Briones’ constructions all the more unique. In addition to describing the Urnite Company’s work in manufacturing objects made of tinted concrete, and referencing Rodriguez’ work in San Antonio’s Brackenridge Park, the 1929 Austin American article mentioned that the Urnite Company was conducting work on the Delisle House that would create a “woodland scene” once completed. While further investigation is needed to determine the exact relationship between this work and the current conditions at 2002 Scenic Drive, the documentation suggests that the property is likely home to the earliest known example of the faux bois technique in Austin, predating the Briones House by nearly twenty years. Historical Association: Based on our initial research, Raymond Delisle appears to have been a prominent businessman involved in many ventures. As previously mentioned, he built several houses around Lake Austin and owned an optical business that was operational as early as 1921. He and his wife, Ammon, were socially active and their home on Lake Austin is referenced in newspapers as the “Delisle place” by the late 1920s. He continued to pursue real estate endeavors around Austin into the 1940s and was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and the Lions Club. He passed away in 1953. Additional research is needed into Raymond Delisle and the Urnite Company to determine if its association is significant. As the backup report identifies, the property also appears to have significant historical associations with longtime residents CH and Mildred Slator, who purchased the property in 1946. Slator was a prominent local attorney and co-owner of the Tavern circa 1953 and came from a prominent Llano family. The home stayed in the Slator family until 2021. The property is also significant for its association with Fehr & Granger. Established in 1946, Fehr & Granger was one of the first and possibly most influential mid-century modern architectural firms in Austin. They designed a c. 1946-47 addition to the house. The residence at 2002 Scenic Drive clearly displays a high degree of historic significance worthy of historic designation; however, the story of its association with Raymond Delisle, the Urnite Company, and its application of the faux bois technique merits further investigation. We urge the Historic Landmark Commission to allow staff additional time to conduct this research with the ultimate recommendation of individual landmark designation for the property. Thank you for your service to our community Linda Y. Jackson, President Phil Gilbert 3805 Stevenson Ave. Austin, Texas 78703 May 3, 2022 City of Austin Residential Permitting To Whom It May Concern, Re: Objection to Complete Demolition of 2002 Scenic Drive, Austin, Texas I am opposed to the complete demolition of the house at 2002 Scenic Drive, Austin. I live across the street and while a complete demo and new build would no doubt be quicker, it is worth the time and effort to see that the essence of the beautiful, important structure(s) be built upon, not completely torn down. Austin offers a lot to the imagination. It’s that mythology, if you will, that is fueling our growth; it’s enticing hundreds of thousands to become new Austinites. That’s good. Bob Dylan wrote: “He not busy being born is busy dying.” Austin is constantly being born — from the 70’s “outlaws” that turned us into “the live music capital of the world” through to the 21st century technologists we are home to today. Change is good. But we must direct that change into something that is authentic. Something of Austin, not just in Austin. Change for change sake is childish… and change for convenience sake is even worse: it threatens the essence of the Austin ethic that is the wellspring for each renewal. The house at 2002 Scenic Drive is a great example of that weird, wonderful Austin ethic. It may be one of only a handful of remaining properties with this aesthetic. In fact, Scenic Drive itself is an Austin icon… and on Scenic there's only one other house that achieves the result of the house at 2002 Scenic — and it’s The Rock House, right next door. (It also has a colorful history… no doubt when Robert Redford was coming to play at his grandparents’ Rock House in those 1950’s summers he played with friends next door!) 1 of 2 I won’t speak much about the specific architectural and design elements that can never be recreated except to say: why would we destroy these last of a kind works when there is no need? The exterior easily displays its uniqueness. But inside is where the magic truly happens. There are literally dozens of one-of-a-kind design elements that would be destroyed forever, if we allowed a total demolition. If you question their value, then go to the property to see them yourself! While we want growth, we surely don’t want indiscriminate and undifferentiated mansions that inspire nothing more than calculations of price per square foot and “oh my gosh what a view.” If you buy a property with this beauty, history and landmark location I would hope you pay homage to it, restoring and renovating it into a modern expression of itself. I hope the house at 2002 Scenic is restored and renovated into a new architectural masterpiece that will inspire citizens 100 years from today to fight for it, as we fight for this 100 year old masterpiece. I strongly urge the City to reject the complete demolition of 2002 Scenic Drive. I also urge the City to approve any limited demolition only with simultaneous approval of the new home to be built, so that the essence of the property can be assured, prior to the demo of the old one. Sincerely yours, /s/ Phil Gilbert cc: Mayor Pro-Tem Alison Alter 2 of 2 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Collins, Kimberly Thursday, August 4, 2022 2:01 PM Allen, Amber FW: C14H-2002-0099       Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office Department of Housing and Planning  512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov                     Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public  Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published online. Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información  enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden publicarse  en línea por la internet    ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐  From: TWT  Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2022 12:43 PM  To: Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov>  Subject: C14H‐2002‐0099    *** External Email ‐ Exercise Caution ***    Dear Kimberly,  My husband and I mailed the forms stating our support of rezoning 2002 Scenic. However, in case the mail doesn’t arrive  by the deadline, we would like to state it here also.  Thank you,  Tracy and Jay Thomas  CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links  or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to  cybersecurity@austintexas.gov.  1 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Collins, Kimberly Thursday, August 4, 2022 2:03 PM Allen, Amber FW: Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099)           Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov      PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs           Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Collins, Kimberly   Sent: Thursday, August 4, 2022 11:13 AM  To: Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>  Subject: FW: Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)      On Thu, Aug 4, 2022 at 8:54 AM gari wier  wrote:  Use your power to leave 2022 scenic drive at its original place… it’s what makes my city of 68 years a  desirable place.   It is admired greatly and once it’s gone history will be demolished.  Sincerely   GARi WIER    Sent from my iPhone    1 licious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Collins, Kimberly Thursday, August 4, 2022 2:04 PM Allen, Amber FW: 2002 Scenic Drive           Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov    PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs           Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Collins, Kimberly   Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 4:17 PM  To: Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>  Subject: FW: 2002 Scenic Drive        Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov       PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm    1     Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs               Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Steve Luning  Sent: Tuesday, August 2, 2022 6:27 PM  To: Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov>  Subject: 2002 Scenic Drive       Dear Ms. Collins, (cid:1) *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3-NP-H. (cid:1)   I live across the street from 2002 Scenic Drive and have owned my house since 2006 and, through the years, I have  appreciated the uniqueness of the house inside and out.  The view from my house, and from the street, provides  glimpses of the lake and a view of Tarrytowns history.  It is significant that 2002 Scenic Drive was and is the anchor point  for the immediate neighborhood. If this property is not protected, it’s likely to be replaced by multiple large houses to  maximize the value of the owner’s investment.      Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my  neighborhood.    Steve Luning    CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Collins, Kimberly Thursday, August 4, 2022 2:04 PM Allen, Amber FW: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099)           Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov    PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs           Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Collins, Kimberly   Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 3:42 PM  To: Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>  Subject: FW: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)        Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov       PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm    1     Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs           Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Laura Des Enfants < Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 10:57 AM  To: Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov>  Subject: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)       *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Kimberly,    As the city of Austin grows we are undergoing many changes—mostly good ones. That said it is important during this  growth spurt to preserve our architectural history in all neighborhoods to ensure we don’t end up with a neighborhood  like Penn Station in NYC.    I am writing specifically about 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099). I really want you to support the unanimous  recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission  to change the zoning to SF‐3‐NP‐H.      I have lived within two blocks of the 2002 Scenic Drive since 2013.  If this property is not protected, it’s likely to be  replaced by multiple large houses to maximize the value of the owner’s investment.  While that may be good for the  property owner it’s not good for this neighborhood nor for the preservation and architectural history of Austin.    Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my  neighborhood.    Best,    Laura Des Enfants    CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Collins, Kimberly Thursday, August 4, 2022 2:04 PM Allen, Amber FW: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099)-public comment           Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov    PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs           Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Collins, Kimberly   Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 3:34 PM  To: Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>  Subject: FW: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)‐public comment    FYI    Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov       PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm    1     Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs                   Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Lisa Gilbert < Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 3:01 PM  To: Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov>  Subject: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)       *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Kimberly,     I am writing you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I support the Historic Planning Commissions unanimous recommendation to make this home a historic landmark. I am a neighbor, and my home was originally a fishing cabin built about the same time as this house. The corner of Scenic Drive and Stevenson Avenue has six of these old fishing cabins/stone houses remaining. Most have been modified like this home, but all have keep a portion of the stone cabins intact. If the previous family, who owned this property for 50 plus years had applied for Historic Landmark Status they surely would have received it with no questions asked. I understand why the new owners purchased the property, it has a beautiful view. But, the unique stone carvings both inside and out are truly special along with two interesting buildings could make this property one of the first "keep Austin Weird" houses. This house helps to keep our neighborhood feel like old Austin. And another large modern house will only scream we have money, while the entire community will lose a bit of Austin’s history and character. I ask that you support the Historic Planning Commissions recommendation and help preserve the character of my neighborhood. Thank you. Lisa Gilbert      CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2 Allen, Amber From: Sent: To: Subject: Collins, Kimberly Thursday, August 4, 2022 2:05 PM Allen, Amber FW: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099)           Kimberly B. Collins  Senior Planner‐Historic Preservation Office  Department of Housing and Planning   512.974.1801 | kimberly.collins@austintexas.gov  Pronouns: she/her/hers  Historic Preservation | AustinTexas.gov      PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://bit.ly/HPDLobbyingForm Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs           Please Note: Correspondence and information submitted to the City of Austin are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552) and may be published  online.    Tenga en cuenta: La correspondencia y la información enviada a la Ciudad de Austin están sujetas a la Ley de Información Pública de Texas (Capítulo 552) y pueden  publicarse en línea por la internet    From: Collins, Kimberly   Sent: Tuesday, August 2, 2022 10:05 AM  To: Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>  Subject: FW: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)        From: John Falvey  Sent: Monday, August 1, 2022 2:18 PM  To: Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov>  Subject: 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H‐2022‐0099)       *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Collins, the letter below was emailed to Planning Commissioners yesterday.  Sincerely,   John Falvey  1   I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3-NP-H. I have lived within two blocks of the 2002 Scenic Drive since 1991. Throughout this period I have appreciated looking at the buildings and grounds of this unique property. The view from the street with glimpses of the lake conjures the old, tranquil Austin and anchors the immediate neighborhood. If this property is not protected, it’s likely to be replaced by multiple large houses to maximize the value of the owner’s investment. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my neighborhood. Thank You, John Falvey     Sent from my iPad  CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. 2 Dear Ms. Collins, I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3-NP-H. I have lived within two blocks of the 2002 Scenic Drive since 2001. Throughout this time, our family has marveled at this unique property and always wondered who owned and built it. The view from the street, with Lake Austin in the background, is reminiscent the old, tranquil Austin and is one of the few remnants of some of the unique remaining architecture in the neighborhood. It would be unfortunate if this property is not protected. The likelihood it will to be replaced by a single McMansion or multiple large houses to maximize the value of the owner’s investment would be tragic and disruptive to the neighborhood for years to come. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my neighborhood. Thank you for your consideration in saving this amazing property. Mark and Stefanie Hernandez August 4, 2022 To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case# C14H-2022-0099) I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3- NP-H. I have lived in a neighborhood adjacent to this property for over 18 years. I walk often and have enjoyed the presence of this lovely property on numerous occasions. The view from the street with glimpses of the lake call to mind the spirit of the heart of old Austin and its tranquil scenes. If this property is not protected, it is, in all probability, doomed to be replaced by soulless multiple large houses to maximize the value of the owner’s investment. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of this unique place. Respectfully,  From: To: Subject: Date: Alison Tartt BC-Claire.Hemple@austintexas.gov; Cohen, Jessica - BC; BC-Carman.Llanes@austintexas.gov; Howard, Patrick - BC; Praxis, Solveij - BC; BC-Jeffery.Thompson@austintexas.gov; Mushtaler, Jennifer - BC; Cox, Grayson - BC; Shaw, Todd - BC; Schneider, Robert - BC; Flores, Yvette - BC; Azhar, Awais - BC; Anderson, Greg - BC; BC- James.Sheih@austintexas.gov; District10; Collins, Kimberly 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099) Monday, August 8, 2022 6:29:50 AM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Members of the Planning Commission, This letter concerns 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I'm writing to urge the Planning Commission to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the property's zoning to SF-3-NP-H. Saving this property from the wrecking ball would give well-deserved recognition to the neighborhood contributions of Raymond M. Delisle, a figure little known to most Austinites today but a prominent and enterprising "hobbyist builder / developer" in his day. With no formal training in architecture or landscape design, Delisle built sixteen rock homes in this Laurel Heights neighborhood between the late 1920s and the onset of World War II. The first and most impressive of these was his home at 2002 Scenic. Most of his other houses have regrettably been razed or undergone modifications that have obscured their original character. Protecting the distinctive structures and landscaping at 2002 Scenic would demonstrate that historic preservation is not simply about "George Washington Slept Here"; it is about fulfilling a community's obligations of stewardship as well as exercising the wisdom and foresight to defend aesthetic values against monetary considerations for the benefit of future generations. The property is not simply a beautiful example of extraordinarily imaginative craftsmanship in a spectacular setting; it is a truly unique remnant of Austin's prewar lake culture. This letter is not prompted by nostalgia for Old Austin's disappearing bungalows or animosity toward McMansions. It is written based on my experience of exploring the property several times in the spring (before trespassing was discouraged). I encountered many other visitors who were also roaming the buildings and grounds, and we all felt deep sadness over the possibility that this irreplaceable creation could be destroyed. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation. Sincerely, Alison Tartt Alison Tartt CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Contreras, Kalan Collins, Kimberly; Rivera, Andrew FW: Rezoning of 2002 Scenic Drive Monday, August 8, 2022 7:37:31 AM Kalan Contreras MSHP | Senior Planner | Historic Preservation Office Planning and Zoning Department 512.974.2727 | kalan.contreras@austintexas.gov -----Original Message----- From: Stephen Mytyk < Sent: Sunday, August 7, 2022 2:32 PM To: Contreras, Kalan <Kalan.Contreras@austintexas.gov> Subject: Rezoning of 2002 Scenic Drive *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello, Sincerely, Stephen Mytyk PER CITY ORDINANCE: All individuals scheduling or accepting a meeting invitation with a City Official are requested to provide responses to the questions at the following link: https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/? url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FHPDLobbyingForm&amp;data=05%7C01%7CKimberly.Collins%40austintexas.gov%7C7d570ce5b5bd4de16c8908da793ac1c6%7C5c5e19f6a6ab4b45b1d0be4608a9a67f%7C0%7C0%7C637955590505922996%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=KfLB6JNXCqPFlPHEd7sPQmYuLCb7QZ9ezd65ZNALtUc%3D&amp;reserved=0 Please note that all information provided is subject to public disclosure. For more information please visit: City of Austin Ordinance 2016-0922-005 | City Clerk’s website | City Clerk’s FAQs I am writing in opposition to the rezoning of 2002 Scenic Drive through the addition of an historical landmark designation. Using the power of the state to impose the value structures of particular individuals in the neighborhood, who happen to prefer preservation of old buildings, is an unacceptable infringement of the property owner’s individual right to enjoy and dispose of their property as they see fit, so long as no actual physical violation is done to their neighbors in the process of doing so. Being unhappy about the prospects of a change in the perceived character of the neighborhood does not represent any such physical violation. As such I urge you to respect the rights of property owners in Austin to be free of coercion at the whims of their fellow citizens, and of the city government. was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Kate Kyle Collins, Kimberly Zoning Case# C14H-2022-0099 Monday, August 8, 2022 7:46:15 AM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi - I am writing to support this case to rezone 2002 Scenic Drive to a Historic Landmark. I live on Matthews and took care to remodel my house to keep within the style, design and uniqueness of the neighborhood. It is what makes Austin, Austin to have these properties that reflect the character and history of the neighborhood over time. Thanks for your support and hard work. Regards, Kate Kyle CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Ila Falvey Collins, Kimberly Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099) Monday, August 8, 2022 12:15:30 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I support historic designation for the property located at 2002 Scenic drive. The property serves as an anchor to the "mini historic historic district" of rock houses representative of Austin's early history. This unique property should be respected, not demolished. For the above reasons I am in favor of changing the designation to SF-3-NP-H. Sincerely, Ila Falvey CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Alison Hanks Collins, Kimberly 2002 Scenic Drive. Case #C14H-2022-0099 Monday, August 8, 2022 6:42:17 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3-NP-H. I lived at 2002 Scenic Dr. for eight years, (1996-2002). This home has a unique history in the growth of Austin. 100+- years ago it was being built when Scenic was a dirt track and entry to the home was from the lake. This house is the finest one out of the collection of six or so 'stone houses' up and down the block. I conducted many oral histories with the owners of the stone houses and know tearing down 2002 Scenic would mean the loss of a family legacy as well as the remarkable structure. What a pity. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my neighborhood. Regards, Alison Hanks CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Alison Hanks Collins, Kimberly 2002 Scenic Dr. Case #C14H-2022-0099 Monday, August 8, 2022 7:06:20 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3-NP-H. I enjoyed living there from 1996-2002. This is a unique part of Austin. Please don't let it be lost! Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my neighborhood. Regards, Alison Hanks email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Importance: Debbie Gillan Collins, Kimberly 2002 Scenic Drive Tuesday, August 9, 2022 5:52:28 PM Whellan rebuttal.pdf Certified return receipt Whellan.pdf High *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Dear Ms. Collins: I was grately distressed to learn that a Mr. Michael Whellan had made multiple disparaging remarks about my father, C H Slator, in public testimony recently given before the Austin Historic Landmark Commission concerning the property at Scenic Drive. This testimony and articles relating to the property have subsequently been published and distributed to the general public in Austin and elsewhere. I am attaching a copy of my letter to Michael Whellan with return receipt attached demanding that Whellan “cease and desist” from any and all erroneous and disparaging racial “hate speech” directed at my father or the Slator Family name. I am disgusted and repulsed that anyone would stoop to such hideous tactics to try to make “a point.” Therefore, I am requesting that the attached letter and receipt confirmation be placed in the public record to rebut Whellan’s false accusations regarding C H Slator and the Slator family name. I would appreciate confirmation that has been done. Thank you, Deborah Slator Gillan CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: birgit birgite. Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2022 1:03 PM To: Schneider, Robert - BC <BC-Robert.Schneider@austintexas.gov>; Shaw, Todd - BC <BC- Todd.Shaw@austintexas.gov>; Howard, Patrick - BC <BC-Patrick.Howard@austintexas.gov>; Praxis, Solveij - BC <BC-Solveij.Praxis@austintexas.gov>; Cox, Grayson - BC <BC-Grayson.Cox@austintexas.gov>; Mushtaler, Jennifer - BC <BC-Jennifer.Mushtaler@austintexas.gov>; Llanes, Carmen - BC <bc- Carmen.Llanes@austintexas.gov>; Cohen, Jessica - BC <BC-Jessica.Cohen@austintexas.gov>; Flores, Yvette - BC <bc-Yvette.Flores@austintexas.gov>; Azhar, Awais - BC <BC-Awais.Azhar@austintexas.gov>; Anderson, Greg - BC <bc-Greg.Anderson@austintexas.gov>; Shieh, James - BC <bc- James.Shieh@austintexas.gov>; Singh, Arati - BC <BC-Arati.Singh@austintexas.gov>; Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov>; Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov>; District10 <District10@austintexas.gov> Subject: re: C141H-2022-0099 SUPPORT THE PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am in favor of the proposed zoning change to SF-NP-H for the property at 2002 Scenic Drive. This property is unique to Austin and should remain a landmark property for future generations. I lived a block away for many years and was fortunate to attend parties there when Whit Hanks rented the property from the Slator's. It's a time capsule of early Austin. My son, who is a stone carver, woodworker and artist commented that many of the staircases on the property are carved into the rocks cascading down the hill. Very unusual to see that quality of workmanship these days. The entire property, with the triangular pool, changing rooms, greenhouse, stone bridge, pathways and numerous stone buildings, is a community treasure. The property should be restored and preserved. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of our neighborhood. Thank you. Birgit Enstrom From: Steve Luning Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2022 10:50 AM To: Robert.Schneider@austintexas.gov; todd.shaw@austintexas.gov; Patrick.Howard@austintexas.gov; Solveij.Praxis@austintexas.gov; Grayson.Cox@austintexas.gov; Jennifer.Mushtaler@austintexas.gov; Carmen.Llanes@austintexas.gov; Jessica.Cohen@austintexas.gov; Yvette.Flores@austintexas.gov; Awais.Azhar@austintexas.gov; Greg.Anderson@austintexas.gov; James.Shieh@austintexas.gov; Arati.Singh@austintexas.gov; Rivera, Andrew <Andrew.Rivera@austintexas.gov> Subject: 2002 Scenic Drive *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am writing to you regarding 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099). I urge you to support the unanimous recommendation of the Historic Landmark Commission to change the zoning to SF-3-NP-H. I live across the street from 2002 Scenic Drive and have owned my house since 2006 and, through the years, I have appreciated the uniqueness of the house inside and out. The view from my house, and from the street, provides glimpses of the lake and a view of Tarrytowns history. It is significant that 2002 Scenic Drive was and is the anchor point for the immediate neighborhood. If this property is not protected, it’s likely to be replaced by multiple large houses to maximize the value of the owner’s investment. Please support the Historic Landmark Commission’s unanimous recommendation and help preserve the character of my neighborhood. Steve Luning 2005 Scenic Dr, Austin, TX 78703 This message is from Susie Mauldin. Dear Mr. Rivera, I am trying to pass along my support of the historic zoning for the above mentioned property on Scenic Drive. As a long time citizen of Austin, I am alarmed at the rapid pace with which we are losing the beautiful and historic homes that make up the unique fabric of Austin. This property has a rich history and architectural significance. Could you please be sure that The Planning Commissioners are aware of my support for historic designation, and that I firmly oppose demolition of the Austin jewel? Thank you in advance for your help. Susie Mauldin Alameda Dr. Austin, Texas From: Ila Falvey < Sent: Friday, August 19, 2022 8:24 AM To: Collins, Kimberly <Kimberly.Collins@austintexas.gov> Subject: 2002 Scenic Drive C14H-2022-0099 *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** 31 July 2022 Re: Case # C 14H-2022-0099 (2002 Scenic Drive) I am writing in support of the Historic Landmark Commission’s recommendation that the property at 2002 Scenic Drive (Case # C14H-2022-0099) be designated as a historic landmark and that the zoning be changed to SF-NP-H. The beautiful and unique buildings and their incredible landscaping are not only among the oldest surviving dwellings in Tarrytown but represent some of the last contributing members to a now forgotten lakeside community from the early twentieth century. The whimsical, eclectic style of the complex is truly rare across modern Austin, and that alone should cement its historic landmark status. In nearly a half-century of professional historic preservation and cultural resource studies across Texas, I have truly never seen a comparable suite of constructions and can say that during my long career, I have rarely seen a property more deserving of landmark status protections. This century-old eclectic structure must be saved as a part of Austin’s history. Growing up in Austin, I have watched the city’s rich and diverse historic architectural heritage disappear at an alarming rate over the past decades, and I fear the Austin that I and my generation remember will soon be gone forever, a victim of greed and historical ignorance. Such buildings cannot be replaced, and even worse, the spirit of the tiny lakeside rock house community is growing dimmer by the year. When do we stop bulldozing our community? When can we stand up and say enough is enough? Will we let disingenuous and patently false statements by uncaring developers sway our resolve, saying what’s one more old house lost if we could make a few dollars here or there. I say it is enough today. Please help to save Austin’s past. Save our town’s disappearing soul. What do you want the Austin of the future to be? Isn’t this just the kind of materialization of the history of our great city that we should be preserving for our children and grandchildren? I pray you will make the correct decision here and thank you very much for your consideration. Sincerely, David O. Brown, Ph.D. Research Fellow Texas Archeological Research Laboratory The University of Texas at Austin Resident of Tarrytown and nearby West Austin for 16 years Resident of Austin for 63 years  WEST AUSTIN NEIGHBORHOOD GROUP Organized 1973 OFFICERS Holly Reed President Cathy Kyle Past President, Secretary George Edwards Treasurer Blake Tollett Assistant Treasurer BOARD MEMBERS Mary Arnold Joyce Basciano Joe Bennett Sarah Hawthorne Cain Michael Cannatti Heidi Gibbons Bob Hamilton Craig Lill City of Austin Planning Commission 301 W 2nd St. Austin, Texas 78701 RE: Item #19 C14H-2022-0099, 2002 Scenic Drive Dear Chair Shaw and Members of the Planning Commission, August 20, 2022 On behalf of the West Austin Neighborhood Group Board of Directors, I write to convey our unanimous support for historic zoning at 2002 Scenic Drive. The home and landscaping at 2002 Scenic Dr. has long been known to our neighborhood as the “Rock House,” possessing significant historical architecture and community value in the West Austin Neighborhood Group area. The unique materials used in the construction of this home, the artistic stone features, and location next to Lake Austin make this special home part of the cultural identity of our neighborhood and our city. This was one of the earliest homes built in the neighborhood, dating back to 1923. The stone work resembles several other stone cottages and homes built near Lake Austin during this time period, but this home is truly unique because of it’s combination of art, architecture, materials, landscaping and historical associations. The West Austin Neighborhood Group has heard an outpouring from neighbors and historic experts who support the preservation of 2002 Scenic Drive. Our neighborhood is one of the oldest in the City of Austin, and yet we have had more residential demolition permits issued between 2010 and 2021 than most other areas of our City. Demolition is destroying Austin’s identity, and the only way to save it is to listen to the community, and support the recommendations of the Historic Landmark Commission. Demolishing the property at 2002 Scenic Drive would be a tragic loss of history to our neighborhood and our City. We respectfully ask that the Planning Commission support the unanimous recommendation of Austin’s Historic Landmark Commission, the City Staff, and the West Austin Neighborhood Group, to change the zoning at 2002 Scenic Drive from SF-3-NP to SF-3-H-NP. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Holly Reed, President West Austin Neighborhood Group