Are window air-conditioners allowed?
The Commission does not regulate window air-conditioners. If a replacement wooden window costs in the neighborhood of $150 custom made, why would someone choose a vinyl replacement for the same money? Many companies try to tell people that vinyl or aluminum windows will give them a maintenance-free house. Unfortunately, there is no such thing. Although wood windows may require repainting every 10 – 15 years, they have a longer life span than either vinyl or aluminum windows. What about vinyl-clad or aluminum clad windows. Are these okay if they have true divided lights (where appropriate)? Are there particular brands that have been approved such as Pella, Kolbe & Kolbe, Anderson, Marvin? The Commission does not routinely approve cladded windows. Although the window is wood, the cladding alters the visual appearance of the window. The Commission does not have a list of approved vendors. My house was built in 1962. Can I replace my aluminum windows with vinyl or wood? Just as eighteenth
