R-2011-03 designate Sylvan Beach Pavilion as State Archeological Landmark/no action taken

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be designated as a state archeological landmark." We therefore invite you to submit such information. Similar information has also been solicited from the applicant. You should consider the fiscal impact of the designation with an understanding of the how the Texas Antiquities Code applies to buildings and structures. Title 13, Part 11, Chapter 26.22 of the Texas Administrative Code (Application for Historic Structure Permits) describes the permit process for buildings and structures that are designated State Archeological Landmarks. This section of the code outlines the steps that the owner of the Sylvan Beach Pavilion would have to take before any work could be performed that has the potential to cause removal, damage, or alteration to the integrity, form, or appearance of the materials, features, or landform of the historic structure and its site. This section also identifies the standards for the treatment of historic properties that must be adhered to under the code. We understand your concerns regarding the limited timeline for use of Hurricane Ike grant funds and are committed to working with your staff to ensure a successful project. We look forward to maintaining a partnership that will foster effective historic preservation. If you have any questions or if we can he of further assistance, please contact Greg Smith with History Programs Division at 512/463 -6013 or Kelly Little with the Division of Architecture at 512/463 -7687. Sincerely, Mark Wolfe, Executive Direct Cc: Commissioner Jack Mormon, Harris County John R. Blount, PE, LEED AP, Harris County Mike Swain, AIA, Harris County Janet Wagner, Chair, Harris County Historical Commission