Commission postpones decision on demolition request at 4901 Ridge Oak Drive to allow further study
The commission heard staff and applicant testimony on a 1951 house at 4901 Ridge Oak Drive, possibly designed by Barton Riley and associated with Edgar Perry III. Staff recommended considering historic zoning; the owner and consultant presented structural concerns. Commissioners voted to postpone the item to April for more time and fuller review.
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The commission took public testimony and heard technical reports on a request to demolish a circa‑1951 house at 4901 Ridge Oak Drive. Staff said the property may be significant both architecturally as a mid‑century residence (possibly by Austin architect Barton Riley) and historically for its association with former City Council member Edgar Perry III.
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