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Commission reviews draft storm-window guidance from SHPO; requests clearer images and supplier info
Summary
Staff presented draft storm-window guidance based on SHPO templates. Commissioners asked for clearer captions, supplier availability and case-by-case flexibility; no vote was taken and staff will gather more information for future action.
Staff presented a two‑page draft of storm‑window guidance adapted from SHPO materials, organized into recommended, acceptable and not‑recommended treatments. Commissioners raised several concerns: the visual presentation and captions need clearer explanation; many existing properties have legacy, non‑conforming storm window assemblies; availability of historically appropriate storm‑window products appears limited; and some homes make exterior maintenance or seasonal removal infeasible.
Commissioner Clark asked for brief bulleted reasons under each example image; others urged staff to research suppliers and pricing so residents have viable options. Commissioners agreed the guidance should allow case‑by‑case review when existing conditions, safety or access constraints make standard recommendations impractical. Staff will collect additional product availability information and return with revised language and images at a future meeting.
No formal action was taken; commissioners emphasized the document must balance SHPO best practices with local availability and the realities of older houses’ existing conditions.
