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File #: 26-0194    Version: 1
Type: recommendation Status: In Committee
File created: 3/4/2026 In control: Heritage Commission
Agenda date: 3/9/2026 Final action:
Title: Heritage Review Committee - Campbell House (OHR 09-02) Window Replacement 404 17th Ave SE
Attachments: 1. Historic Photo, 2. Staff Report, 3. Scope of Work, 4. Current Window Proposed for Removal, 5. Street View of Current Window, 6. Proposed New Window Layout
Title
Heritage Review Committee - Campbell House (OHR 09-02) Window Replacement 404 17th Ave SE
Recommended Action
Recommend design concurrence with amendments to the proposal.
Report
Issue:
Review and consultation regarding proposed window replacements at the Campbell House, 404 17th Ave SE, for building permit 26-0563
Staff Contact:
Brittany Gillia, Historic Preservation Officer, Community Planning and Economic Development Department, 360.753.8427
Presenter(s):
Andy Norby, Kell-Chuck Glass
Mark Rentfrow, Homeowner
Background and Analysis:
The subject property is individually listed on the Olympia Heritage Register as the Campbell House (OHR-09-02) and is noted as "contributing" to the South Capitol Historic District as recognized by the National Register of Historic Places. The applicant has applied for a building permit (26-0563) to replace an existing wood framed window on the second floor with a new vinyl window for egress compliance.
The staff reports the significant historic features as: Original doors, wood windows (plus replacement wood window in front), lap siding, and chimney.
Climate Analysis:
Following the NPS guidelines encourages repair of historic material as much as possible, which reduces the introduction of more waste to landfills. If repair is not feasible, use of historic, often natural, locally sourced materials, is then encouraged, which reduces environmental impacts of the work. Replacing and renovating the windows provides an opportunity for the homes to be more energy efficient, while still maintaining the quality of design and the historic nature of the structures.
Equity Analysis:
The Olympia Heritage Commission is dedicated to improving the education and outreach opportunities to underrepresented communities. Every listing to the Olympia Heritage Register, Special Property Tax Valuation application, and design review project, is an opportunity for education and outreach.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
South Capitol H...

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