Our services
Protecting the places we love is worthwhile, but navigating complicated regulations and technical details can be challenging. Our nuanced understanding of preservation simplifies the process for you and delivers results. We are driven by best practices, proven models, and excellence.
Environmental review & compliance
Impact evaluations for private, public, and commercial projects, including telecommunications facilities and offshore energy.
Identify and evaluate resources as part of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act.
Plan and recommend mitigation measures to meaningfully avoid or minimize adverse impacts.
Prepare assessments for hearings and legal proceedings.
Municipal review & compliance
Technical support for local governments and property owners.
Consultation for Historic Preservation Commissions, Architectural Review Boards, Planning Boards, and Zoning Boards of Appeal.
Evaluation of applications for certificates of appropriateness, design review, demolition permits, site plan review, subdivisions, zoning variances and special permits.
Assessments for Article 78 litigation concerning scenic, cultural, historic, and archaeological resources impacted by municipal decisions.
Survey & Designation
Identify, evaluate, and recognize resources in your community.
Reconnaissance and Intensive-Level Surveys.
Archaeological sensitivity assessments and testing.
Nominations for local historic districts and landmark designation.
Nominations of historic properties and districts for the State and National Registers of Historic Places.
Planning & Advocacy
Proactive approaches that help protect the places you love.
Develop and advise on public and private preservation projects.
Identify potential funding sources and adaptive reuse strategies.
Assess potential uses of State and Federal Historic Tax Credits, local tax abatements, and other financial incentives.
Develop and advise on preservation policy, comprehensive plans, ordinances and legislation.
Build and advise on public advocacy campaigns.
