by Ross Cann AIA RA | Sep 12, 2013 | Historical, Professional
This past year has seen many instances where the issues of preservation and rehabilitation have been in the news and on people’s minds. For those who have not been through the procedure of presenting before the Historic District Commission (HDC), the process is...
by Ross Cann AIA RA | Aug 30, 2013 | Historical, Professional
Newport Rhode Island is fortunate to have one of the most intact collections of important 18th, 19th, and early 20th century buildings anywhere in America. But these buildings have not survived to the present day simply by not being torn down (although that was a...
by Ross Cann AIA RA | Aug 25, 2013 | Historical, Professional
Before one can build in Newport, every project must pass a zoning review. Zoning regulations are rules adopted by governments to control the use, density, height, setbacks, and a myriad of other aspects of building. Starting in New York City in 1916, the use of...
by Ross Cann AIA RA | Aug 2, 2013 | Historical, Professional
This past week has been a notable one for historic preservation, as the long-idled Historic Tax Credit for restoring historic buildings was revived and passed by the state General Assembly. The new program is a modification of an earlier one that was in effect prior...
by Ross Cann AIA RA | Jul 5, 2013 | Historical
Rosecliff (McKim, Mead & White, 1901 Bellevue Avenue Facade (Photo Credits: PSNC) Newport is famous for its grand buildings, many of which are both extravagant and unique. Many of the mansions on Bellevue Avenue in particular were created more for entertaining...
by Ross Cann AIA RA | Jul 3, 2013 | Historical, Professional
When most people think about the subject of “Public Spaces,” streets and sidewalks are not the first thought – they will often immediately think of parks and public squares. The recent debate about and subsequent renovation of Queen Anne Square shows...
