Effort aims to preserve Hyde Park's character

On Thursday, the city council is considering making Hyde Park an historical district. Hyde Park would be Austin's third and biggest local historic district, encompassing 640 properties in the 186 acres bounded roughly by 38th, 45th and Duval streets, and Avenue A. There is an argument on both sides, for those who want to protect Hyde Park and those who feel that the restrictions could hender the stewardship of these homes. For more details, read the entire Austin Statesman Article