Guidelines - City of Oklahoma City

Preservation Standards AND Guidelines August 1, 2012
Screened Windows
MAINTENANCE:
ACTIONS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
3.6.27: Most historic houses originally had window screens to allow ventilation, keep out insects,
and provide a minimal amount of security.
3.6.28: Historic window screens had a wood frame with inset wire screening that could be removed
and replaced when worn out or damaged.
3.6.29: Historic screen windows should be preserved. If they are removed to allow the installation
of storm windows, it is strongly encouraged the original screen windows be retained for possible
future reuse.
This window at 530 NW 14th Street
has an original screen panel to
allow for fresh air to enter the
dwelling, helping to reduce energy
costs.
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW:
ACTIONS THAT REQUIRE REVIEW AND MAY BE ADMINISTRATIVELY APPROVED
3.6.30: New screen windows frames must be of wood, and match the profile, size and design of
the historic frame or of typical window screen frames in the historic district. New screens shall be
of a color, material, and screen size that they are still transparent enough for the window behind
them to be visible from the public right-of-way.
Shutters
MAINTENANCE:
ACTIONS THAT DO NOT REQUIRE REVIEW
3.6.31: Historic shutters should be preserved and maintained.
3.6.32: Shutters on historic building may have been functional and decorative in design. Operable
shutters could be closed during summer days to reduce heat light and heat. New shutters may be
functional, decorative, or both.
Preserve original decorative
shutters like the ones at 905 NW
37th Street (left) and 829 NW
38th Street (right).
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