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Commission reviews COA interpretation for window and siding replacements

Bowling Green Historic Preservation Commission · January 12, 2026

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Summary

Commissioners reviewed ordinance language (Sections 158.07/158.08) and Secretary of the Interior guidance, agreeing the ordinance allows some non-wood replacements if they maintain the "same general appearance," but that COA judgment calls will be required for individual properties.

The commission reviewed local ordinance language and preservation guidance to clarify how Certificates of Appropriateness (COA) should be applied to replacement windows and siding.

Chair John Sampen and Commissioner Heidi Reger referenced guidance included in materials that quotes the Secretary of the…

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