Development within the Downtown Business District (DBD), the Downtown Transitional District Limited (DTD-1) and the Downtown Transitional District General (DTD-2) requires special design review.

The regulations and guidelines of the district ensure development and redevelopment is consistent and compatible with the unique and diverse design elements of downtown Oklahoma City.  

The Downtown Design Commission and staff review proposals for new construction, additions and exterior modifications to existing buildings and all site modifications within the Downtown Design Districts and the Bricktown Urban Design District. The committee and staff also review signage, requests for demolition and City projects such as street furnishings.

Are you in a Design District? To find out, check the Design District Zoning Map (PDF). 

If your project requires a Certificate of Approval, download our Application Packet (PDF) to get started.

See this Zoning and Planning Code (PDF) for Downtown Design Commission. Visit the Development Service’s page for additional information about building permits. 

For Downtown Design Commission meeting dates and times, check the 2024 Commission Schedule (PDF).

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