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Preservation Standards AND Guidelines August 1, 2012 have demonstrated special interest; experience or education in history, architecture and the heritage of Oklahoma City; and several members must be professionals within specialized fields and related to historic preservation. The HPC has several powers and responsibilities including recommending to the City Council the designation of landmarks and historic districts; granting requests for proposed changes to the exteriors of buildings and properties; conducting educational programs on historic preservation; cooperating with local, state and federal governments in pursuance of its responsibilities; and conducting meetings or hearings necessary to carry out its purpose. Historic Preservation and Historic Landmark zoned districts and properties are so designated to guide and not to prevent change. The HPC and Planning Department staff provide assistance to property owners and tenants in shaping changes and improvements to historic properties while meeting the standards of City ordinances and these Standards and Guidelines. The Municipal Code establishes a process that ensures changes to HP or HL zoned properties are consistent with the spirit and character of the historic district and the individual properties while meeting owners‘ and residents‘ contemporary needs. In the preservation design and review process, plans are examined and evaluated before construction work begins. Neither the HP or HL sections of the Municipal Code nor these Standards and Guidelines require property owners to make any changes to their homes or buildings. They do not apply to any interior work or alterations, nor to Ordinary Maintenance and Repair, which may include limited (less than 50% of any feature or material on any one side of the building) replacement of exterior materials or features that does not constitute a change in appearance or materials (see Chapter 3). However, all major repairs (more than 50% of any feature or component on any one side of the building) that require material replacement, exterior alterations, demolition, new construction, additions, certain landscape changes or relocation of buildings are subject to evaluation and HPC or administrative staff approval as authorized by the Municipal Code. The Planning Department staff provide consultation and assistance to property owners about proposed changes to their properties or buildings. In the early planning stages of a project, owners are encouraged to contact staff regarding any questions or concerns. Staff can assist by interpreting and explaining the ordinance and these Standards and Guidelines, make on site visits, and provide technical assistance for solving problems. For assistance call (405) 297-1831. Preservation Standards and Guidelines A published set of design guidelines was completed in 2002 to provide an easy to understand, common sense approach to the appropriate preservation and enhancements of historic properties, buildings and districts. In 2010, Oklahoma City received a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to revise the standards and guidelines to include an expanded discussion on sustainability and energy efficiency. These Standards and Guidelines are the result of this effort and may require amendment from time to time. These Standards and Guidelines emphasize the importance of protecting and maintaining historic properties, buildings and districts. The Standards and Guidelines promote the repair of historical materials whenever possible, rather than replacement. They also provide guidance for appropriate and cost-effective maintenance of historic buildings. Oklahoma City Historic Districts 8
Preservation Standards AND Guidelines August 1, 2012 Certificate of Appropriateness Application and Review Following consultation with Planning Department staff and either a review by the HPC or approval by administrative staff, as authorized by the Municipal Code, a Certificate of Appropriateness (CA) may be issued to confirm that: 1) the review has occurred and 2) the proposed work is appropriate and meets the Standards and Guidelines. A CA also provides permission to proceed with approved work. A CA may not be necessary for maintenance work that includes repair or limited replacement when there is no change in design, materials, color in certain instances or general appearance (see Chapter 2). A CA must be obtained for all other projects that affect the exterior surfaces or exterior spaces of HP or HL zoned historic districts and properties. A Certificate of Appropriateness (CA) application form can be obtained on line from the City‘s website and from the Planning Department (405-297-1831). A description of the proposed work, including related drawings and photographs depicting the proposed work, are usually required as part of the CA application. Many applications can be reviewed and approved by Planning Department staff through an administrative process. Other projects are reviewed by the HPC at a public hearing that is held in the Municipal Building (also known as City Hall). These hearings are held monthly. 1.3 HOW TO USE THESE STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES Property owners, tenants, architects, building designers, developers, contractors, and real estate agents should use these Standards and Guidelines when considering any project that will affect the exterior elements of a property zoned HP or HL. The Standards and Guidelines provide guidance for an appropriate direction for project planning. For any project that is subject to review by the HPC or Planning Department staff, the applicant should refer to the Standards and Guidelines at the beginning of the planning process to avoid efforts that later may prove to be inappropriate and are ultimately denied by the HPC. A ―standard‖ is a rule or principle that is used as a basis for judgment and a ―guideline‖ is a policy or recommended approach. As applied in this document, a standard is established by mandatory terms, such as ―shall‖ or ―will‖ and guidelines are established by permissive terms, such as ―should‖ or ―may.‖ The HPC will also use these Standards and Guidelines in its review of proposed projects for HP and HL zoned districts and properties. In each case, the HPC will conduct its review and make its decision based on the merits of that particular case. Consistency in decision making is achieved by individual consideration of the history associated with each property and applying the Standards and Guidelines in a manner that relates to that specific history. In evaluating the appropriateness of a project, the Commission will determine whether: 1. The proposed work complies with the criteria in the Municipal Code and these Standards and Guidelines. The design integrity of the individual historic building or property is preserved. The design integrity and overall character of the historic district is preserved. New buildings are designed to be compatible with surrounding historic buildings and properties. New additions are designed to be compatible with the specific property and building to which they are added. Oklahoma City Historic Districts 9
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