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Commission approves bronze vinyl window replacements at 205 Saint James Street
Summary
The commission approved replacement of windows at 205 Saint James Street with bronze‑colored vinyl, one‑over‑one configuration and no exterior grids; public comment supported the project.
The Springfield Historic Commission approved a proposal on Aug. 7, 2025, to replace existing windows at 205 Saint James Street with bronze‑colored vinyl units in a one‑over‑one configuration and without exterior muntin grids.
The applicant presented a manufacturer specification (a 75‑series style described as bronze on the exterior and white on interior) and said the bronze finish was intended to match other recent nearby projects. A resident, Harry Seymour of 68 Washington Road, spoke in support of the project during public comment. Commissioners confirmed that the house’s other windows do not have applied grids and asked that the new units be configured as one‑over‑one to maintain consistency; they recorded approval with votes in favor.
The motion approved the replacement as presented, with the selected bronze color and a one‑over‑one sash pattern. Commissioners discussed the single window in the house that had a two‑over‑two configuration and agreed the replacement should match the predominant one‑over‑one pattern across the building. The commission asked the applicant to notify staff if the contractor cannot supply the approved bronze finish.
