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Commission OKs 4‑over‑4 sash compromise at 416 Canal Road to improve ventilation while preserving character
Summary
At 416 Canal Road in Chihuahuita, the commission approved replacing casement windows with 4‑over‑4 sash windows (with exterior muntins) to give the owner operable windows while maintaining the facade's historic appearance.
The El Paso City Historic Landmark Commission approved replacing casement windows with 4‑over‑4 sash windows at 416 Canal Road, finding the proposed compromise balances the owner’s need for operable windows with the district’s historic character.
Preservation staff explained that Chihuahuita’s design guidelines favor repairing existing windows and, where replacement is required, matching the…
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