(CS5.1) Cultural Heritage Evaluation: Challenges & Solutions

The protection of heritage properties begins at the identification and evaluation phase. If there is inconsistency in the application of criteria to evaluate properties and identify the key attributes that should be retained in development projects it is very challenging to advocate for heritage conservation to those outside the heritage industry. Using the City of Brampton as an example the speakers will discuss challenges in applying the criteria for evaluating cultural heritage value and the outcomes for conservation of buildings when these criteria are not interpreted consistently. Getting back to the building blocks of heritage policy is not a sexy topic, but it is critical for the continued evolution of our field. The speakers will bring forward suggestions for best practices will be put forth to address these challenges and start a conversation to evolve the evaluation process within our industry that we hope will lead to meaningful discussion.