[MassHistPres] Essex County Forum: Workshop Tonight

[Mary Whitney]

There is still room in tonight's workshop on Historic Preservation so 
walk-ins are welcome!

Thurs. Sept. 27, 2007, 7 - 9 PM - Historic Preservation & Smart Growth
Gould Barn, One Howlett Street, Topsfield, MA

Massachusetts is noted for its rich architectural history, ranging from 
first period homes to old school houses and magnificent mill buildings. 
This workshop will explore tools that can help preserve the historic 
treasures that enhance the fabric of our cities and towns.

Christopher Skelly, Director of Local Government programs for the 
Massachusetts Historical Commission will speak about Demolition Delay 
Bylaws. Learn why they are an essential part of local historic 
preservation efforts, what the different types are, and how they work.

Albert Rex, Consultant for MacRostie Historic Advisors LLC will explain 
how to make small projects work using historic rehabilitation tax 
credits. More small projects and non-profit developers have been able to 
use credits to finance their projects. Learn what projects qualify, how 
to apply, and the effect on project feasibility.

Jenny Raitt, MAPC Sr. Housing Planner will present a case study of the 
Whipple Annex in Ipswich. See how a former mill building near the 
Ipswich River was transformed into 10 units of affordable housing with a 
green roof.

Sean McDonnell, President of the Architectural Heritage Foundation will 
present a case study of the Washington Mills in Lawrence. The first 
major project in the Reviviendo Gateway District, 155 live/work units 
near the train, shops, and restaurants.

Please visit 
http://essexcountyforum.org/documents/ECF_workshop_2007_09_27_final.pdf
and http://www.essexcountyforum.org/comingworkshops46.html for more 
details on this and other upcoming workshops.

This workshop is free and open to the public. Refreshments are sponsored 
by Whole Foods Market in Swampscott.

-- 
Mary Whitney, Director
The Essex County Forum - Smart Growth for Livable Communities
POB 369
Salem, MA 01970
978-621-2830
m.whitney at essexcountyforum.org
essexcountyforum.org

Advancing stewardship of Essex County while working with others to make better decisions about how we grow.