Design Review and Historic Preservation
Urban Design and Historic Preservation districts help ensure our residents and visitors experience a vibrant, attractive community with improving property values.
Effective July 18, 2025, fees for certain application types will increase. See the relevant City Council item for more information and the adopted change in fees.
The Planning Department oversees design ordinance implementation, evaluation and advice services for residents, property owners and developers. Oklahoma City's various design review districts are overseen by committees and commissions that apply regulations and guidelines to new construction, renovations, additions and demolitions.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss their projects with Design Review staff prior to submitting their application. Please see contact information below to reach the appropriate staff person. Signed applications and any additional materials may be submitted via email. You will receive a link via email to pay your application fee online following submittal. Please use the following emails for submittal:
Urban Design Commission: Michael Philbrick (Michael.philbrick@okc.gov) 297-2110
Downtown Design Commission: Laura Griggs (laura.griggs@okc.gov) 297-2980
Historic Preservation/Historic Landmark Districts: Angela Yetter (angela.yetter@okc.gov) 297-1831
If you are unable to submit via email, or have additional questions, please contact staff via email or by calling 297-1624, or the individual numbers above.
Refer to the application packet below for more information.
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Design Districts