Renovating an historic structure is a special kind of construction process. There are many aspects of the process that are much more careful and cautious than typical construction work, more like the work of a museum conservator or an archeologist. Done right, preservation architecture delivers an incredible dollar value -- compared to the new construction cost of a solid masonry building with beautiful woodwork details, custom wood doors and windows, and pressed tin ceilings. And it saves energy and resources too.
Preservation Process
- Preservation Assessment
- Selection of Architects
- Consultation with State Historic Preservation Division
- Consultations with Design Team
- Preservation Plan
- Preservation Tax Credits
- Construction Drawings
- Approvals
- Contractor Selection
- Construction
- Commissioning (move in and training)
- Maintenance
There is a lot of detail in a Preservation Plan that we will get into later.
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