Historic Preservation in Oklahoma (2026)
4 rules on the books across Oklahoma, 4 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Historic-Cultural Monuments
How buildings, sites, and trees are nominated and designated as Historic-Cultural Monuments, the protections that follow, and the demolition-stay process.
Lawton
Significant RestrictionsLawton can designate a site, structure, building, district or monument as a protected landmark if it meets historical…
Read full rule →Norman
Significant RestrictionsNorman's Historic District Ordinance, NCC 36-535, treats any designated landmark, building, site or monument as an…
Read full rule →Oklahoma City
Significant RestrictionsOklahoma City's Historic Preservation Commission designates landmarks and historic districts, and requires a…
Read full rule →Tulsa
Significant RestrictionsBuildings, sites, or areas at least 50 years old with historic significance can be zoned HP, Historic Preservation…
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