Act as a resource to residents interested in conserving structures of historic and/or architectural interest;
Assist local residents who have opted to designate their properties to access funding for heritage conservation and renovation;
Act as a resource to Staff by reviewing development applications and providing comments as to the applicant’s compliance with the Urban Design Guidelines;
Put forward periodic recommendations to Council to update the Urban Design Guidelines;
Develop and recommend criteria for the evaluation of properties of architectural or historical value or interest;
Prepare and maintain a list of properties and areas worthy of conservation;
Advise Council on means of conserving heritage properties and areas;
Advise and assist Council on current heritage conservation programs, regulations and legislation;
Implement programs and activities to increase public awareness and knowledge of heritage conservation issues; and
Receive for information; Staff approved Heritage Permit applications.