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Listing of historic resources : instructions for use

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The listing of historic resources is a tool that may assist developers, industry representatives and municipalities in determining if a proposed development might affect historic resources. The... More ≫

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The listing of historic resources is a tool that may assist developers, industry representatives and municipalities in determining if a proposed development might affect historic resources. The listing identifies lands that contain or have a high potential to contain historic resources, including archaeological sites, palaeontological sites, Aboriginal traditional use sites of a historic resource nature, or historic sites and structures. This guide provides information on how to interpret and use the data in the listing.

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How to research and evaluate government and commercial buildings

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The buildings of government and business form an important part of Alberta’s built heritage. This Heritage Note is intended to provide guidance and suggestions on research into government and... More ≫

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The buildings of government and business form an important part of Alberta’s built heritage. This Heritage Note is intended to provide guidance and suggestions on research into government and commercial buildings in Alberta and evaluating their historical significance. This is the ninth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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How to research historic houses

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One popular method of preserving the built environment is through the designation of a building as a heritage structure deemed significant for certain reasons. These reasons may include the... More ≫

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One popular method of preserving the built environment is through the designation of a building as a heritage structure deemed significant for certain reasons. These reasons may include the building's age, its architectural style, or perhaps a notable architect or occupant. This Heritage Note provides a brief historical background on houses in Alberta as well as guidance on researching houses to determine their significance. This is the tenth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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Structural and subfloor repairs

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Some heritage buildings may suffer from floor problems that require attention. This Heritage Note examines the elements that make up the subfloor’s structural system, identifies the problems one... More ≫

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Some heritage buildings may suffer from floor problems that require attention. This Heritage Note examines the elements that make up the subfloor’s structural system, identifies the problems one might expect to encounter, and offers possible solutions for some of the problems a homeowner may encounter. This is the eighth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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The basics of site drainage

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Site drainage is an important component of good historic resource management. This Heritage Note is intended to assist building owners, managers and contractors in finding the source of common... More ≫

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Site drainage is an important component of good historic resource management. This Heritage Note is intended to assist building owners, managers and contractors in finding the source of common drainage problems, and offer some possible solutions. This is the seventh in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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The architectural preservation process

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Presents a brief overview of a typical public architectural preservation process and the role of the architect within the process. This is the fourth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are... More ≫

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Presents a brief overview of a typical public architectural preservation process and the role of the architect within the process. This is the fourth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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How to hire a consultant

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During the development of a heritage site, it may be necessary to turn to a professional consultant with a specific expertise. This Heritage Note presents information to help ensure that this... More ≫

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During the development of a heritage site, it may be necessary to turn to a professional consultant with a specific expertise. This Heritage Note presents information to help ensure that this process is a successful one. This is the second in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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Definitions of preservation terms

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Preservation, conservation, restoration, renovation, reconstitution—what’s the difference? This Heritage Note presents a set of definitions for terminology commonly used in the field of heritage... More ≫

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Preservation, conservation, restoration, renovation, reconstitution—what’s the difference? This Heritage Note presents a set of definitions for terminology commonly used in the field of heritage resource preservation. This is the third in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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Repointing historic masonry

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Provides owners of heritage buildings and their contractors with a general understanding of the functions of mortar within a historic wall structure, as well as information on treating its... More ≫

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Provides owners of heritage buildings and their contractors with a general understanding of the functions of mortar within a historic wall structure, as well as information on treating its deterioration through proper repointing. This is the fifth in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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Planning your interpretation programme

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Every heritage facility should have an interpretive plan as the basis for all its programming, to help ensure the site’s history is interpreted appropriately. This Heritage Note presents... More ≫

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Every heritage facility should have an interpretive plan as the basis for all its programming, to help ensure the site’s history is interpreted appropriately. This Heritage Note presents information to help develop an interpretation programme for an historic site. This is the first in a series of Heritage Notes, which are intended to provide guidance on a range of topics in the field of historic resource management.

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