Description
Title: C14H-2025-0122 - Dr. O.H. and Mrs. Thelma Elliott House - Conduct a public hearing and approve an ordinance amending City Code Title 25 by rezoning property locally known as 2207 East 22nd Street (Boggy Creek Watershed). Applicant Request: To rezone from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) combining district zoning to family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP) combining district zoning. Staff Recommendation, Historic Landmark Commission Recommendation, and Planning Commission Recommendation: To grant family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP
Summary
The City of Austin is considering a zoning change for the historic Dr. O.H. and Thelma Elliott House located at 2207 East 22nd Street. The proposal seeks to rezone the property from family residence-neighborhood plan (SF-3-NP) to family residence-historic landmark-neighborhood plan (SF-3-H-NP), recognizing its architectural and historical significance. Built in 1954, the house exemplifies the Ranch architectural style and is linked to prominent civil rights leaders, Dr. O.H. and Thelma Elliott, who significantly impacted education and civil rights in the community. The Historic Landmark Commission and Planning Commission have both recommended approval. This designation would help preserve the Elliott legacy, highlighting their contributions to