Historic district building addition at 404 S. Austin Street
Rockport
Summary
Old Rockport's irregular lots make the 10-foot accessory-structure separation rule hard to meet. At 905 Patton, the variance preserved historic live oaks and an 1890 cistern, and the city may revise the rule itself soon.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed May 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Owners of historic properties in old Rockport undertaking improvements.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Board of Adjustment - May 28, 2026
Old Rockport's irregular lots make the 10-foot accessory-structure separation rule hard to meet. At 905 Patton, the variance preserved historic live oaks and an 1890 cistern, and the city may revise the rule itself soon.
City Council - Mar 17, 2026
A building owner sought a certificate of appropriateness to add onto the 404 S. Austin Street building for the Dog (Pet) Wants - Tiki Bar, with a design featuring glass-panel garage doors.
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