Permits in Old Town Moore, OK — Historic Core Contractor Guide
Old Town Moore is the historic core of the city, centered on Main Street and the original commercial district near 4th and Broadway. The area has a mix of pre-1950 residential, mid-century commercial, and recent infill investment. The neighborhood is close to City Hall, the police station, and most municipal services.
Permit activity in Old Town Moore skews toward small commercial tenant improvement, mixed-use renovation of historic commercial buildings, and residential remodels of older homes. Some buildings on Main Street date to the early 20th century and require careful handling of structural and life-safety issues.
Moore does not have a formal historic preservation overlay or commission. Older buildings are reviewed under the standard 2018 IBC / IRC, with no special design review for facade treatment or materials. This is a meaningful difference from Edmond (Downtown Edmond) or Norman (Campus Corner) where historic district review applies.
Jurisdiction & contacts
Where to file permits in Old Town Moore
Jurisdiction
City of Moore
Department
Moore Community Development
Phone
(405) 793-5053
Address
301 N Broadway Ave, Moore, OK 73160
Typical projects
Common project types in Old Town Moore
- Commercial tenant improvement on Main Street
- Mixed-use renovation (apartments above retail)
- Restaurant build-outs
- Historic residential remodels
- Storefront facade work
- Sign permits along Main Street
Area-specific quirks
What makes Old Town Moore different
No formal historic preservation overlay — older buildings are reviewed under standard 2018 IBC / IRC. Pre-1990 buildings require asbestos NESHAP inspection before any demolition or significant interior work. Older commercial buildings may require structural engineer review for any significant load change. Sign permits in the C-2 corridor along Main Street are commonly under 200 sq ft per business.
Common permits pulled in Old Town Moore
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