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Windows ORIGINAL WINDOW

Historic windows are important character-defining features that help OPENING
convey the significance of historic structures, and should be preserved. The 1
character-defining features of a historic window, its distinct materials and its
location should be preserved. They can be repaired by re-glazing and patching
and splicing elements such as muntins, the frame, sill and casing. Repair,
weatherization and installation of interior storm windows are often more
energy efficient, and a less expensive solution. If a historic window cannot be
repaired, a new replacement window should be in character with the historic 2
building. In addition, a new window should be in character with the historic
building.

6.23 Preserve the functional and decorative features of a
historic window.
a. Preserve historic window features including the frame, sash,
muntins, mullions, glazing, sills, heads, jambs, moldings, operation ALTERED WINDOW
and groupings of windows. OPENING
b. Repair frames and sashes rather than replacing them, whenever
possible.

6.24 Preserve the position, number, size and arrangement
of historic windows on a building wall.
a. Preserve the historic ratio of window openings to solid wall on a
primary facade.
b. Do not enclose a historic window opening or add a new
window opening on a primary facade.
c. Do not reduce an original opening to accommodate a smaller
window or increase the opening to receive a larger window. Preserve the position, number, size and
arrangement of historic windows on a building
wall. Do not reduce an original opening to
6.25 When historic windows are not in a repairable accommodate a smaller window or increase the
condition, match a replacement window to the original opening to receive a larger window.
in its design.
a. Match the original window design on key historic walls.
b. Match the number and position of glass panes when installing a
replacement window.
c. If the original window is double-hung, choose a replacement
window that is double-hung or appears to be so.

Repair frames and sashes rather than replacing
them, whenever possible. While the historic
window above is maintained, it should be
repaired. (Mobile, AL)

CHAPTER 6 • TREATMENT OF HISTORIC RESOURCES • ADVISORY 75