Architectural Documentation (Investigation Type)
Descriptive and analytical research that documents, describes, and/or interprets detailed data on historic structures in an area, including images and floor plans.
1,976-2,000 (4,192 Records)
Blue Herron Landscapes presented a conceptual master landscape plan to the Texas Historical Commission addressing many of the functional deficiencies of the grounds and generally aim toward improving the beauty of the landscaping. This letter, written by the Commission, gives the Commission's suggestions in response to the presentation. Copied to the correspondence is Virginia Nicholas (Alamo Committee Chairman, DRT), the Board of Management (DRT), Richard Tietz (Executive Director, DRT),...
Letter from Sharon Fleming to David Brigham, MOA for the Demolition of Buildings 239, 252 and 2399, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1997)
This correspondence outlines the Texas Historical Commission's comments on the draft Memorandum of Agreement they received from Fort Sam Houston. The MOA references the demolition of Buildings 239, 252 and 2399.
Letter from Stan Graves to Donald Peterson, Building 216 Alterations in Progress, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1991)
A letter written by the Texas Historical Commission to Randolph Air Force Base concerning a recent meeting focused on Building 216 and a proposed undertaking to rehabilitate the historic structure. A group of correspondence concerning a proposed undertaking to rehabilitate Building 216 at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. The project will encompass the exterior and interior of the building in order to assist in its long-range preservation.
Letter from Stan Graves to Donald Peterson, Building 675 Rehabilitation of A Wing, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1992)
The Texas Historical Commission has written this letter to notify Randolph Air Force Base that the proposed removal of casement windows is an Adverse Effect on Building 675. This letter is part of a group of correspondence and documentation regarding the proposed rehabilitation of Building 675 "A" Wing at Randolph Air Force Base, a property eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Attachments to these letters include location maps, historic data, undertaking...
Letter from Stan Graves to Donald Peterson, Building 902 Alterations in Progress, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1991)
A letter providing information on the repair , replacement, installation, and insulation of steel casement windows along with Tech Notes by the National Park Service on casement windows, and a list of companies that specialize in replacement of steel windows. This letter is part of a group of correspondence concerning a federal undertaking at Building 902, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. The project includes modification, refurbishment and replacement of windows and doors.
Letter from Stan Graves to Hector Le Bron, Plans for Playground, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
After meeting with Mike Hilger to discuss the new playground areas around Fort Sam Houston, the Texas Historical Commission has finished reviewing the plans and determines "no effect."
Letter from Stan Graves to Jerry de la Pena, Rehab Work Building 16, Quadrangle South, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
This letter was written by the Texas Historical Commission regarding rehabilitation work taking place on the south side of the Quadrangle Building at Fort Sam Houston. This letter offers detailed recommendations and guidelines for the project since the plans submitted do not follow the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
Letter from Stan Graves to Joseph Logan, Entrance Overhangs General Officer Quarters Building 520, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1993)
Correspondence written by the Texas Historical Commission to Randolph Air Force Base concerning their proposal to add entrance overhangs to eight General Officer's Quarters which are eligible for the National Register of Historic Places. The Commission does not concur with the determination of no adverse effect and details their concerns. This letter is part of a group of correspondence concerning an undertaking that may effect General Officer housing units at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas....
Letter from Stan Graves to Joseph Logan, Replacement of Doors and Addition of Awning Building 500 XP, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas (1992)
The State Historic Preservation Office has conducted a review of Building 500 for historic designation and has found it to be eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. This letter is part of a collection of correspondence providing information on a proposed undertaking for Building 500, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. Projects include replacement of the south side doors and the installation of a canvas awning over the archway doors of...
Letter from Stan Graves to Paul Ray, Fort Sam Houston/Camp Bullis Programmatic Agreement, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
This correspondence between the Texas Historical Commission and the Directorate of Engineering and Housing at Fort Sam Houston, covers a number of topics from a recent meeting between the two offices, as well as the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. The primary subject is the development of a Programmatic Agreement for Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis. Other topics of discussion include the need for clarification of tenant command and "self help" responsibilities, the incorporation of...
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Booher, Camp Bullis Historic Structures Evaluation, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
After a site visit to Camp Bullis, the Texas Historical Commission asked the National Register Department to review the eligibility of buildings at Camp Bullis for the National Review. This letter documents the Buildings being requested for review and the limitations a National Register eligibility imposes on historical structures. Carbon copied to this correspondence is Lt. Col. Roger Wray, Camp Bullis, and Michael Hilger, Environmental Management Office.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Booher, Remodel Classrooms Building 609, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
The Texas Historical Commission wrote this letter to immediately halt the remodel of classrooms in Building 609 at Fort Sam Houston. The project was not agreed upon by both parties and the Commission states that damage has already been done to the historical features of the building.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, 1391 Forms for Branch Exchange/Shopette, Exchange Expansion, and Fast Food Restaurant, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
The Texas Historical Commission has drafted this correspondence to reinforce its stance on the construction of the Branch Exchange/Shoppette, its location, and its effect on the surrounding area. While there are many processes of the project that the Commission is in agreement with, there are a few forms and other documentation that the Commission is not in agreement.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Blood Donor Center New Design, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
Documentation of multiple site meetings and brick samples for the proposed design for the new Blood Donor Center, to be located outside of the Conservation District at Fort Sam Houston.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Building 4011 Re-evaluation, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
This letter by the Texas Historical Commission requests a re-evaluation of Building 4011, following Fort Sam Houston's closing of their field offices for the Defense Mapping Agency in the historic building.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Buildings 617 and 688 MOA Rejection, Building 48 Paint Colors, and Installation of UPS System in Landmark District, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
The Texas Historical Commission received a letter from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation rejecting the proposed two-party MOA as a solution to the vent stack installation on Buildings 617 and 688 in the Landmark District of Fort Sam Houston. This letter addresses the reasons for rejection of the project, specifically the lack of communication with the Council and the need for documentation required by 36 CFR Section 800.8(b), thereby including the Council as a consulting party, which...
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Demo Porches Building 612, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
After a meeting at Fort Sam Houston to go over the potential danger that porches are posing at Infantry Row, this letter was written detailing the several mitigation items and stipulations that had been discussed. Carbon copied to this correspondence is Mike Hilger and Hector Le Bron.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Housing Area 3 Central Air Conditioner Installation for 43 Units, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
This letter confirms the Texas Historical Commission's position on the installation of new central HVAC systems in Housing Area 3 at Fort Sam Houston. One of the Commission’s primary goals in this project is to preserve the character of public spaces in these historic homes as much as possible. This goal can be realized by installing all HVAC ductwork for service to the first floor in the basement and crawl space areas. This can be achieved through a sealed duct system or by laying a mud slab in...
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Interior Rehabilitation of Building 601 and Confirmation of Site Visit, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1990)
Correspondence between the Texas Historical Commission and Fort Sam Houston’s Environmental Management Office concerning interior rehabilitation of Building 601. The letter details the conditions and guidelines for the remodel and has accompanying house plans and schematic drawings.
Letter from Stan Graves to Richard Strimel, Structural Repairs to Quarters 115, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1991)
After meeting with Fort Sam Houston on-site, the Texas Historical Commission has written this letter detailing structural problems and recommended repairs to Quarters 115 at Fort Sam Houston.
Letter from Stan Graves to Walter L. Winters, Corrections to March 19th Letter, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1992)
On March 19, 1992, Demetrio Jimenez met with Kelly Air Force Base representatives and Col. Ray to discuss the proposed "Defense Commissary Agency Superstore" in Fort Sam Houston. A new alternative was discussed at the meeting that would constitute a possible Adverse Effect on the housing area adjacent to Leonard Wood Field (Buildings 701, 703, 705, 707, 709, 711, 713, 715, 717, 719, and 721). Originally the Superstore would only affect Building 371 and 372, both of which are eligible for the...
Letter from Stanley Graves and James Steely to John Brenneman, Programmatic Agreement Development, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1996)
The Texas Historical Commission has issued this letter to Fort Sam Houston regarding the development of an amended programmatic agreement for Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis. It provides the Texas Historical Commission's comments and concerns. Copied to this correspondence is the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation, San Antonio Conservation Society, Society for the Preservation of Fort Sam Houston, and the City of San Antonio Historic Preservation Officer.
Letter from Stanley Graves to Claudia Nissley, Construction of U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research MOA, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1993)
This letter requests signed approval of the MOA regarding the temporary construction of the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research near the Patch-Chaffee housing area at Fort Sam Houston.
Letter from Stanley Graves to David Walker, Signed Memorandum of Agreement for Demolition of Buildings 239, 252 and 2399, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1997)
With this letter The Texas Historical Commission is transmitting six signature apges for the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed by Curtis Tunnell, the State Historic Preservation Officer. The MOA concerns the recordation and demolition of three buildings at Fort Sam Houston which have been determined eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places.
Letter from Stanley Graves to John Brenneman, Annual Inspection, Fort Sam Houston, Texas (1996)
As per the Programmatic Agreement signed May 1991, an annual summary of activities was submitted by Fort Sam Houston for the Texas Historical Commission’s review. The results of the Commission’s tour are described in the attached report of the site visit. The annual inspection highlighted several aspects of CATEX (categorical exclusion) activities which are problematic. This letter also summarizes these items.