Historic preservation in Oklahoma local government
What Oklahoma city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about historic preservation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
173 Oklahoma meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Oklahoma with the most historic preservation activity
- Oklahoma City, OK (36)
- Manitou, OK (28)
- Guthrie, OK (26)
- Edmond, OK (17)
- Ardmore, OK (14)
- Stillwater, OK (12)
- Chickasha, OK (11)
- Okmulgee, OK (6)
- Tulsa, OK (3)
- Bethany, OK (3)
- Nichols Hills, OK (3)
- Sand Springs, OK (3)
Latest matching meetings
Commission to review draft updates to Historic Preservation Guidelines
The Historic Preservation Commission is holding a workshop to discuss draft updates to the HP Guidelines, proposed changes to Section 106 procedure under the National Historic Preservation Act, and future training for Neighborhood Preservation Review Committees. This is a working meeting for discussion only, with no…
Historic Preservation Commission reviews multiple property alteration requests
The Commission will consider several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding construction, demolition, and exterior changes in historic districts. The meeting also includes recommendations for rezoning and special exceptions for home sharing.
Commission to review exterior alterations and demolition rules
The Historic Preservation Commission will review exterior alteration requests for 210 Iron Road and 935 Osage Avenue. The commission will also hold a worksession regarding revisions to Chapter 17 concerning demolitions and economic hardship.
Edmond Historic Preservation Trust relocates 2026 meetings to City Hall
This is a procedural notice changing the meeting locations for the Edmond Historic Preservation Trust's regularly scheduled 2026 meetings. Four meetings (September through December) will move from the Edmond History Museum to City Hall conference rooms. No substantive business items are on this agenda.
Historic Preservation Trust to vote on Territorial School purchases and bench contracts
The Edmond Historic Preservation Trust will review and vote on several action items, including approval of meeting minutes, financial statements, and purchases for the Territorial School. The body will also discuss proposed changes to its indenture and maintenance agreements, as well as contracts for concrete pads and…
Commission to review siding replacement at 485 College Avenue
The Historic District Commission will consider an amendment to a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property on College Avenue. The body will also review staff reports on active certificates and a progress report on CLG grant projects.
MACH board to approve revised grant documents and banner expense increase
The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will meet remotely to approve minutes, hear reports, and consider several business items. Key actions include approving revised 'About MACH' and FAQ documents for the 2027 grant season, and a request to raise the banner expense cap from $200 to $235. The board will also…
Council committee to review FY27 budget amendments and appointments
The Urban & Economic Development Committee will consider several budget ordinances for fiscal year 2026-2027, including supplemental appropriations and fund transfers, and will discuss the FY26 budget report. The agenda also includes appointments to the Tulsa Stadium Trust and Tulsa Preservation Commission, and a…
Dewey Economic Development Authority to meet Aug. 11
The Dewey Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers at Dewey City Hall. The agenda includes approval of the July 14, 2026 minutes, an economic development update, a Western Heritage update, and time for citizen input. No specific action items or…
Board to decide on wall sign for 225 West Main Street
The Historic Preservation Board will consider a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a 5.5 by 3 foot wall sign on the front facade of 225 West Main Street. The board may approve, deny, or amend the request. The agenda also includes approval of the prior meeting's minutes and routine administrative…
Board of Adjustment to hear 20 zoning cases including short-term rental requests
The Oklahoma City Board of Adjustment will meet to review 20 public hearing items, including 13 special exception requests for short-term rental home sharing and 7 variance requests for sign, parking, lot size, and development regulations. The board will also consider one appeal from a neighborhood association and one…
Historic Preservation Commission to review 13 property change applications
The Oklahoma City Historic Preservation Commission meets to hold public hearings on 13 Certificate of Appropriateness applications for changes to historic properties, including demolitions, additions, and installations. The Commission will decide whether to approve, continue, or deny each application based on…
Historic Preservation Commission reviews new construction and code updates
The Manitou Springs Historic Preservation Commission will meet on August 5, 2026, to review new construction projects, discuss code revisions, and receive updates on public outreach and infrastructure repairs. The meeting includes public comment and unfinished business from prior sessions.
Edmond Historic Preservation Trust to discuss Territorial Schoolhouse and DAR grant
The Edmond Historic Preservation Trust will meet to approve June 2026 meeting minutes and financial reports. The body will discuss several historic sites and projects, including the Territorial Schoolhouse and the Back 40 update.
Edmond Historic Preservation Trust meeting cancelled
The regular meeting of the Edmond Historic Preservation Trust scheduled for August 4, 2026, has been cancelled.
HPC to vote on walk-in cooler, canopy colors, and new signage
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider three Certificates of Appropriateness: an exterior walk-in cooler at 108 W. Harrison Ave., new navy canopy colors at 206 S. 2nd St., and new façade and window signage for Purely Foods Market and Granny Had One at 220 E. Harrison Ave. The commission will also discuss…
Historic Preservation Committee to review June minutes and DA office demolition proposal
The Chickasha Historic Preservation Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve the minutes from its June 24, 2026 meeting. The committee will also consider an application by Dan Andrulonis regarding the demolition and rebuilding of the current District Attorney's office at 201 N 4th Street into a two-story…
Historic board to rule on two storefront alteration requests
The Ardmore Historic Preservation Board will hold a special meeting to consider two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for a metal-and-glass storefront at 120 Caddo Street NE, and another for door replacement, repainting, and a sign at 124 & 126 West Main Street. The board may approve, deny, or amend the requests.
Board to recommend Rose Lyda for membership to City Council
The MACH Board will make recommendations to City Council on a new member application and a change from alternate to regular membership. They will also review the proposed timeline for the 2026-2027 grant season and begin updating board guidelines. The meeting includes farewells to two departing members.
Board to decide on storefront replacements at 120 Caddo St and 124-126 W Main
The Historic Preservation Board will consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness: one to replace wood entrances with metal and glass storefront at 120 Caddo Street NE, and another for improvements including door replacement, repainting, sign installation, and solar lighting at 124 & 126 West Main Street…
HPC to decide on two historic façade projects on Harrison Ave
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and vote on two Certificates of Appropriateness: a revised paint and canopy plan for 220 E. Harrison Ave (continued from June) and a full façade removal and reconstruction for 111 W. Harrison Ave due to structural failure. The meeting also includes approval of previous…
Commission reviews three property modification requests in historic districts
The Historic District Commission will consider certificates of appropriateness for three properties. The body will also discuss a progress report regarding FYE 2025-2026 CLG grant projects.
HPC to review exterior projects and consider new commissioner
The Historic Preservation Commission will review three exterior improvement applications and discuss code revisions. The body will also consider appointing a new commissioner and forming a public outreach sub-committee.
The Commission will review several historic preservation and construction requests.
The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing multiple applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include residential renovations, new constructions like townhomes and garages, and a major park improvement project at N Broadway Avenue.
Board to review and approve a revised rubric for evaluating public art projects
The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will hold its regular meeting on June 25, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, and a guest discussion with the city communications manager. The board will present a revised rubric for review and approval, discuss its working…
Historic Preservation Committee considers food establishment application
The committee will meet to review the minutes from June 12, 2026. Members will also consider an application by Alexa Ogle for a food establishment located behind the pool hall at 422 W. Chickasha Ave.
Council to consider affordable housing fee waivers, Pearl District TIF
The Tulsa City Council will consider several first-reading ordinances, including waiving nuisance abatement costs and building permit fees to promote affordable housing, and establishing Increment District No. 27 for the Pearl District Neighborhood Economic Development Project. The council will also vote on rezoning…
Historic Preservation Committee considers sign permit for W. Chickasha Ave.
The committee will meet to review and potentially approve the May 14, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a sign permit application submitted by Clara Schoonover for a property at 611 W. Chickasha Ave.
Committee will review a 36‑lot townhome site plan on Balmy Cove Drive
The Seminole County Development Review Committee will discuss several pre‑application proposals, including a historic museum engineered site plan, a 36‑lot townhome development, a small residential infill, and various special‑exception requests. Each item is scheduled for a 20‑minute discussion unless noted otherwise…
Commission reviews exterior alterations for 3 Oklahoma Rd
The Historic Preservation Commission will review a request for exterior alterations at 3 Oklahoma Rd. The body will also discuss Chapter 17 amendments and conduct an election of officers.
Commission to consider SPUD rezoning for Paseo property at 624 NW 25th St
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on several Certificates of Appropriateness for changes to historic properties, including demolitions, garage construction, and driveway replacements. A key item is a recommendation on a request to rezone 624 NW 25th Street to a Simplified Planned Unit…
Edmond Historic Preservation Trust to approve Fiscal Year 2027 budget
The Edmond Historic Preservation Trust will meet to elect officers and approve the City of Edmond budget for Fiscal Year 2027. The body will also discuss historical markers, the National Register of Historic Places, and upcoming community events.
Commission to vote on $154K–$165K Depot Park engineering contract
The City Commission will consider two options for Depot Park civil engineering services with Stacey Designs, LLC, and appoint a new member to the Historic Preservation Committee. A spring storm update and a city planner report are also on the agenda.
HPC to vote on paint, canopies for 220 E. Harrison Ave.
The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and potentially vote on a Certificate of Appropriateness for new paint colors and canopies at 220 E. Harrison Ave. The building is not a contributing resource. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.
Board reviews proposal to use CRANE for public art applicant selection
The Manitou Arts, Culture, and Heritage Board will discuss a chair's proposal to utilize the CRANE system for public art applicants. Members will also work on revising the rubric used to grade grant applications. Additionally, the board will plan themes for upcoming meetings with city staff.
County to consider $600,000 transfer for records preservation
The Board will vote on transferring $600,000 from use tax to county clerk records preservation and $408,000 for five sheriff vehicles. Public hearings are scheduled for two zoning changes: one from agriculture to residential near Oologah, and another from agriculture to industrial for a welding shop. The board also…
Council to vote on rezoning 621 E. 5th St. to multi-family
The Dewey City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 621 E. 5th Street from single-family to multi-family residential. They will also consider a resolution to designate an area between 9th and 7th Streets as the Tom Mix District. Additionally, the council will receive a sales tax report and a…
Historic Preservation Committee reviews sign permit applications
The committee will meet to consider the April 24th meeting minutes and two sign permit applications. The applications involve properties on W. Chickasha Ave. and E. Choctaw Ave.
Planning Commission to vote on removing racially restrictive covenants
The Oklahoma City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple subdivision plats and rezoning applications. A key item is a resolution recommending removal of racially restrictive language from several historic subdivision plats. The commission will also consider over a dozen Simplified Planned Unit…
Historic Preservation Commission meeting to approve minutes and discuss awards
The commission will approve the minutes from 04.01.26, hear public comments on non‑agenda items, receive notice of council action, address unfinished and new business, and discuss HPC awards. No decisions are listed beyond agenda items.