Historic commission approves side window replacements at 838 E. Magnolia, denies front picture window

The Historic and Design Review Commission on Nov. 5 approved replacement of four side windows and the porch columns at 838 East Magnolia but denied a request to replace a large front picture window.

The action came after a lengthy exchange about whether the applicant had authority to replace original wood windows without formal written approval, and about the commission’s preservation preference that original sashes be repaired or salvaged when feasible.

OHP staff recommended denial of the proposed fenestration modifications in the written findings and advised the commission that four original 1‑over‑1 wood windows were no longer in the structure and that "a salvage 1‑over‑1 wood window should be installed" if originals were unavailable. The staff report also…