Flood Resilience – 2 Part Virtual Lecture

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Join us for a joint member event with VCPORA. This two-part lecture tackles the important topic of flood resilience in historic preservation at the community, district, and individual levels. Learn about the increasing threat of flooding, Louisiana’s flood types, the National Flood Insurance Program, design challenges, best practices, and more.

A current membership to either VCC Foundation or VCPORA and R.S.V.P. are required for admission — Call 504.342.4760 or email [email protected] to check your membership status and reserve your spot!

Session 1  •  Programs and regulations in relation to historic preservation at the community scale
January 20, 2021  •  5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

This session will address Louisiana’s flood types, the National Flood Insurance Program, Flood Insurance Rate Maps, the increasing threat of flooding, and historic preservation as part of the Emergency Management Cycle. This session includes practical guidance for local communities to improve their flood resilience and protect their historic character.

Session 2  •  Mitigation measures for historic properties with a focus on maintaining architectural integrity
February 3, 2021  •  5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

This session will review the regulatory basics for historic preservation and climate adaptation as well as design challenges and best practices that should be considered by owners, architects, and historical commissions.

Meet the Expert – Dominique M. Hawkins, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP

In 1995, Dominique established PDP as a planning and design practice focusing exclusively on offering high-quality professional services for clients with nationally significant historic sites and buildings.  Her work is at the forefront of addressing change at historic buildings and settings whether through design, the regulatory process, or the impacts of climate change and flooding at historic properties.  Dominique authored the award-winning Design Guidelines for the New Orleans Historic District Landmarks Commission and the Vieux Carré Commission.  She prepared flood mitigation guidance for historic properties for the Maryland and New Jersey Historic Preservation Offices and is currently preparing flood mitigation guidelines for the City of St. Augustine, Florida.
For members only — limited space available
A current membership and R.S.V.P. are required for admission — Call 504.342.4760 or email [email protected] to check your membership status and reserve your spot!
Not a member? That’s okay. With memberships starting at $25, you can join the VCC Foundation and be part of the fun for the rest of the year!
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