Permits in Kendall-Whittier, Tulsa — Restoration and Infill Guide
Kendall-Whittier is a historic streetcar neighborhood east of downtown Tulsa, anchored by Whittier Square. It features early 20th-century bungalows and small cottages on RS-3 lots (5,400 sq ft minimum, 20-ft front setback).
Kendall-Whittier is not currently in an HP overlay (unlike adjacent Brady Heights or Owen Park) — but many homes are eligible for state and federal historic tax credits via the National Register district. Permitly notes when a project is eligible for the Federal Historic Tax Credit (20% of qualified rehabilitation expenses) and the OK State Historic Tax Credit (10% additional).
Active infill and rehabilitation makes Kendall-Whittier one of the busiest non-HP residential permit zones in Tulsa. Driveway curb-cut limits and corner-lot sight triangles are common rejection reasons.
Jurisdiction & contacts
Where to file permits in Kendall-Whittier
Jurisdiction
City of Tulsa
Department
Tulsa Permit Center
Phone
(918) 596-9456
Address
175 E 2nd St
Typical projects
Common project types in Kendall-Whittier
- Bungalow rehabilitation
- Whole-home remodel
- Single-family infill
- ADU addition
- Restaurant / coffee shop TI
Area-specific quirks
What makes Kendall-Whittier different
Not in HP overlay but eligible for federal/state historic tax credits via National Register district. Tax credit projects require coordination with Oklahoma State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
Common permits pulled in Kendall-Whittier
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