This literature review considers whether it is possible to identify relationships between the
historic environment, sense of place and social capital. It asks the following questions: 1 …

How does heritage emerge, change, stagnate, disappear and/or revive over time? Should
heritage be approached as a 'non-renewable resource'that needs to be sustained for …

Despite the success of the historic district as a heritage conservation tool, the designation of
new districts is often resisted in Canadian and American municipalities due to public fears …

The importance of identifying and improving the distinctiveness of historical urban
landscapes as a means of reinforcing place identity and supporting economic development …

Heritage places are one of many urban features that shape the form and identity of a city.
Local government regulations protect and conserve heritage but in so doing also generate …

Regulating change in historic districts to maintain their character is a conservation tool used
around the world. In spite of success elsewhere, heritage conservation districts are still …

Many countries including Canada use the designation of heritage conservation districts as a
tool to manage change in historic areas. Designation attempts to provide an orderly way of …

A common concern amongst homeowners is whether heritage designations negatively
impact the sale value of residential properties. Current evidence is inconclusive, which …

Woodfield is a neighbourhood in the historic core of London, Ontario, Canada that contains
two designated Heritage Conservation Districts (HCDs); the East and West Woodfield HCDs …

Built heritage conservation, and attendant restoration of historic buildings and structures
possessing architectural, historical and artistic values, has received growing scholarly …