Historic Preservation

Proactive Preservation

Historic preservation is commonly perceived as uncertain, unpredictable, and irrational but the International Existing Building Code (IEBC) eases common building code issues to drive rehabilitation of historic structures and economic development.

What's Happening with the St. Charles Dam?

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources want to remove all the dams on the Fox River in Kane County. What options are possible for the dam in St. Charles?

Is There a Future for Preservation?

Earlier this month, Landmarks Illinois, the state-wide preservation advocacy group, released a thorough study of what is needed for preservation to be relevant for the next generation.