The Prattville Historic Preservation Commission voted Oct. 23 to approve a certificate of appropriateness permitting the replacement of 19 windows at 161 South Northington Street. Staff presented photos and drawings of the residential property and the proposed white vinyl six-over-six grid windows.

Applicant Hubert Peden told the commission the house has been his residence since 1985 and said the work is aimed at updating the building and improving energy efficiency while keeping the six-light pattern. He said the existing vinyl capping will be replaced and a wood capping will be used where needed. Commissioners raised questions about existing materials, confirming the current windows are wood with glass and that storm windows are present; the applicant agreed to remove the storm windows and to address rot and mildew at the sills.

After opening and closing a public hearing with no speakers, the commission moved and seconded a motion to issue a certificate of appropriateness. The motion passed 6–0.

Staff and a commissioner noted the applicant may provide a sample window to the file; no additional conditions were recorded in the motion.