Business Details
Historic Property Compliance Consulting Services
Historic Documentation (HDC) has been serving clients since 1980 with specialized expertise in historic property compliance and preservation. Our team provides technical consulting services to address federal, state, and local historic preservation requirements, particularly under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. We deliver tailored solutions for engineering firms, government agencies, developers, and legal professionals managing projects involving historic properties. Our work products include survey reports, mitigation documentation, and National Register nominations that meet agency-specific standards. Principal Richard Casella brings 40 years of experience in historic preservation, with a focus on engineering and industrial resources across 23 states.Our associates contribute specialized skills in photographic documentation and military history research. We maintain deep familiarity with compliance alternatives and reporting formats required by diverse regulatory bodies. Our technical reports serve as permanent archival records for properties facing demolition or alteration. We collaborate with clients to ensure their projects meet preservation mandates while balancing development goals. Our portfolio includes documentation of nationally significant sites like the White House and USS Nautilus. We prioritize clear communication and practical compliance strategies to meet client needs efficiently.
Services
Historic Compliance Consulting
National Register Nominations
Mitigation Documentation
Archival Photography
Historic Structure Reports
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of experience in historic preservation consulting
- Specialized expertise in engineering, industrial, and railroad resources
- Principal has completed 200+ projects across 23 states
- Team includes experts in HABS/HAER photographic documentation
- Deep familiarity with Section 106 compliance alternatives
Services
Historic Compliance Consulting
We provide expert guidance on compliance with Section 106 regulations and National Historic Preservation Act requirements. Our consultants help clients navigate federal, state, and local preservation mandates through tailored compliance strategies. Our services ensure development projects maintain historic integrity while meeting regulatory standards.
National Register Nominations
We prepare National Register of Historic Places nominations that document architectural and historical significance. Our nominations follow National Park Service guidelines to secure recognition and preservation benefits for properties with notable historic value across diverse categories.
Mitigation Documentation
We create permanent archival records for properties facing demolition or alteration. Our mitigation reports combine technical documentation with photographic records to preserve historical information when physical preservation isn't feasible.
Archival Photography
Our professional photographers capture large-format images for HABS/HAER collections. This specialized documentation preserves visual records of significant structures like bridges, industrial sites, and government buildings for national archives.
Historic Structure Reports
We develop comprehensive rehabilitation plans for historic structures following preservation standards. Our reports assess structural integrity, historical significance, and provide actionable recommendations for maintaining architectural heritage while enabling modern use.
People
Richard M. Casella
Principal Consultant
Architectural historian with 40 years of experience in historic preservation. Holds MS in Historic Preservation and specializes in engineering and industrial resources across 23 states.
Rob Tucher
Photographic Documentation
Professional photographer since 1979 specializing in HABS/HAER documentation. Holds degrees in Communications and Historic Preservation with expertise in archival photography of historic structures.
Philip E. Pendleton
Historian
Specializes in battlefield history and vernacular architecture. Holds MA in History with post-graduate preservation studies. Author of award-winning local history publications and HABS documentation examples.
Questions
What historic preservation services do you offer?
We provide compliance consulting, National Register nominations, mitigation documentation, archival photography, and historic structure reports for properties under federal, state, or local regulations.
Which regulations do you specialize in?
Our primary focus is Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (36CFR800) and associated compliance requirements for federal, state, and local preservation laws.
What types of clients do you work with?
We serve engineering firms, government agencies, developers, law firms, and cultural institutions managing projects involving historic properties requiring preservation compliance.
Do you handle multi-state projects?
Yes, our principal consultant has completed projects in 23 states with expertise in navigating varying state and federal preservation requirements across different jurisdictions.
What documentation formats do you use?
We follow agency-specific standards including National Park Service HABS/HAER guidelines, National Register nomination formats, and customized technical reporting templates for compliance documentation.
