historic preservation 1.Protect this Historic Place and Keep it Vital Planning Essentials first-quality stewardship of these shared treasures Preserve and continually occupy the historic structures Showcase and promote the history: tell the story

historic preservation …national treasure… …rich in history… …one of a kind, irreplaceable… …maintaining this historic landmark… …proper preservation… …preservation planning… …preserving, maintaining and reusing… …preservation of significant landscapes… …repair and reuse… …first quality stewardship… …focus on the reuse of existing structures… Vocabulary

Land Use Plan, southern Fort Monroe DRAFT

historic preservation Concepts Inner Fort Designated area for “Mixed-Use / Visitor & Cultural Focus” Historic Buildings shall be preserved and accommodate a variety of uses No new development Restore the historic landscape of the Parade Ground.

historic preservation Opportunities Inner Fort Unique opportunities for preservation, restoration and rehabilitation Enhancements to structures through restoration and rehabilitation Interpretation of the Fort as a historic site Enhancing cultural tourism

Restoration of Building 5 Opportunity

Unique opportunities for preservation, restoration and rehabilitation Building 9 Building 105 Building 139 Casemates

historic preservation Concepts Historic Village Area Designated area for “Mixed-Use / Historic Village” Historic Buildings and landscapes shall be preserved and accommodate a variety of uses Select Infill development Expand Old Point Comfort Marina Structured Parking to accommodate reuse of existing buildings

Adaptive Reuse - Sustainability

historic preservation 4. Seek Economic Sustainability Planning Essentials Finances to eventually offset annual maintenance bill, restoration costs, operational costs… Mixed land uses and building types Blend culture, commerce, workplaces, housing, tourism / lodging

Historic Preservation / Adaptive Reuse / Sustainability 170 existing buildings proposed for reuse buildings