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The charm and beauty of the older part of town may inspire you to protect and preserve buildings there. Our guide explains the benefits and drawbacks of the different types of historic districts and explains how to establish one.

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Exploring the delicate balance between preservation and renovation in historic neighborhoods. Check out this insightful blog post on navigating the rules of remodeling in Boise's historical district: https://lnkd.in/gD7_gbsk] 🏡✨

✅ out this opportunity to learn more about the role of the State Historic Preservation Office in the preservation and protection of the state's historic assets. Connecticut Preservation Action

Four important position papers were recently adopted by the NFPA Urban Fire Forum. Regardless if you are a Metro sized, community sized, or small-ish fire department, there are actions and information there for you. I appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with Dan Munsey, MPA, EFO, CFO, and Rebecca Harned to develop the position paper on Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Fire Service. All of the papers from this year, and provious years, can be found here: https://lnkd.in/egtm4BXF

Among the myriad techniques employed in conservation, masonry and woodwork play pivotal roles. Dive into the significance of these crafts in preserving the legacy of historical buildings. Read More: https://buff.ly/4cnMkYY

After the Emancipation, Black Landowners acquired land and "passed" down the rights to the land to their heir as a means to building generational wealth. Essentially, this was not done through a formal judicial process and, today, we identify this as Heirs' Property (HP). HP is not only the leading cause of Black land loss but is also for other low-wealth groups such as Appalachian landowners. Come with us down memory lane and listen to some historical #lowcountry community members who've experienced the struggle with having Heirs' Property. https://lnkd.in/ecnHju_J #heirsproperty #landjustice

Greg Walcher articulates a perspective I've been contemplating for some time. His insights into the complexities of the Dolores National Monument proposal resonate with my own thoughts, especially considering the recent resolution passed by the City of Grand Junction Council in support of the monument. I’ve been hesitant to voice my concerns, but this article has encouraged me to share my reflections on the potential impacts. More to come—stay tuned! #PublicLands #ConservationDebate #DoloresCanyons #EnvironmentalPolicy #WesternSlope

Preservation involves replacing materials with exact replicas, while restoration uses modern materials while maintaining the original character. For the Ray House, a restoration was the better route. It's all about preserving the character while making it functional for modern use. #TheRayHouse #HistoricPreservation #HistoricHomeRestoration

Surveying the beautiful landscape of Mount Cass with our trusty Total Station.