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Typical Historic Door Doors and Entries
Types A door and entryway are often one of the most important character-defining
features of a house because they reflect the age and style of a building. The
design, materials and location of historic doors and entries help establish
the significance of a historic structure and should be preserved. When a new
door is needed, it should be in character with the building.

6.20 Preserve the decorative and functional features of a
primary entrance.
Door with Period Revival
transom and door a. Preserve historic and decorative features including door frames,
sidelights sills, heads, jambs, moldings, detailing, transoms and flanking
sidelights.

b. Avoid altering the historic size and shape of a historic door
opening.
c. Avoid changing the position of an original front door.

d. Do not add a new door opening on a primary facade.

Paneled door Half glass 6.21 Repair or replace a damaged door to maintain its
door
general historic appearance.
a. Choose a replacement door that reflects the age and style of the
building.
b. Use materials that are visually comparable to that of the original.
c. Do not use solid core or flush doors.

6.22 If energy conservation and heat loss are a concern,
consider enhancing the energy efficiency of the door
instead of replacing it.
a. Add weather stripping and caulking around the door frame.
b. Install a storm door.

Choose a replacement door that reflects the age
and style of the building. (Fort Collins, CO)

Preserve historic and decorative features including door frames, sills, heads, jambs, moldings, detailing,
transoms and flanking sidelights.

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