Permits in Yorktown, Tulsa — Historic Preservation Guide
Yorktown Historic District is a small, intact neighborhood roughly bounded by 14th, 18th, Quaker, and Quincy. Predominantly small Craftsman bungalows and Colonial Revival cottages from the 1910s and 1920s.
Small lot sizes (typical 5,000–6,000 sq ft) constrain additions. Additions are limited to rear; cannot exceed 50% of original footprint. Second-story additions discouraged.
ADUs permitted but limited to 1 story and 600 sq ft (HP overlay maximum).
Jurisdiction & contacts
Where to file permits in Yorktown
Jurisdiction
City of Tulsa (HP overlay)
Department
Tulsa Permit Center + Tulsa Preservation Commission
Phone
(918) 596-9456 / (918) 596-7526
Address
175 E 2nd St
Typical projects
Common project types in Yorktown
- Bungalow restoration
- Modest rear addition
- Like-for-like re-roofing
- Window replacement
Area-specific quirks
What makes Yorktown different
Small lots constrain additions; second-story additions discouraged and if approved must be set back at least 6 ft from the front building line.
Common permits pulled in Yorktown
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