T he following resources are available to provide guidance if you are building in Hyde Park:
The HYPE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN (adopted April 13, 2000 by the
Austin City Council) sets out policy for both private development
and public infrastructure (streets, sidewalks, utilities, services
etc.). This plan includes the entire neighborhood boundary from 38th
to 51st and Guadalupe to Red River. It is an amendment to the City's
adopted master plan - the Austin Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan. You can
find these documents on the HPNA website under "Site Map" "Documents".
The HYDE PARK Neighborhood Conservation Combining District -
NCCD Ordinance No. 020131-20 (adopted by the City Council and
effective January 31,2002) revises the zoning in the area south
of 45th Street. You can find these documents on the HPNA website
under "Site Map" "Documents". (Note that the Hyde Park Planning Team
under the leadership of Karen McGraw is finishing the proposed NCCD for
areas north of 45th. See minutes from the January General Meeting.)
The HYDE PARK DESIGN GUIDELINES describe buildings and patterns
that are common to Hyde Park and that determine the historic character
of the area. The guidelines, while not binding, provide excellent
The HYDE PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT and the SHADOW LAWN DISTRICT are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Historic Landmarks Commission reviews any proposed changes to properties in these districts. Call Steve Sadowsky at 974-6454 for city information and application. For information on Tax Credits for Certified Rehabilitation of income-producing property call Texas Historical Commission at 463-6094.
