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Municipalities & Councils
At North Wake Development, we specialize in helping municipalities, councils, and public governing bodies breathe new life into historic assets. We combine preservation expertise with strategic development planning to transform aging buildings and heritage sites into vibrant , economically sustainable community resources. Our services include historic assessments, adaptive reuse planning, grant and tax credit guidance, community engagement support, and full project management from vision to completion. We work collaboratively with local leaders to protect cultural identity, drive downtown revitalization, and create place that honor the past while serving the needs of the future.
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See our comprehensive list of offerings for your development needs below and on our other professional pages.
What We Help You Accomplish
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Identify and protect historic resources early in the planning process
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Navigate historic review, permitting, and compliance with confidence
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Align preservation goals with economic development and public access
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Support grant-funded projects from award through execution
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Strengthen historic districts through planning, interpretation, and revitalization
Services
Section 106 Consulting
North Wake Development can provide guidance on identification, documentation, and coordination with appropriate review bodies. Our role is to provide clients with a better understanding of the process to ensure that historic resources are thoughtfully considered throughout the planning process.
Comprehensive Development Planning for Historic Districts
North Wake Development offers independent consulting services to support communities in creating comprehensive development plans that balance preservation goals with responsible economic growth. Our approach integrates historic resource analysis , community priorities, and practical planning strategies to guide long-term decision making.
Charters, Bylaws, and District Plans.
North Wake provides consulting services to help communities and preservation organizations develop clear, effective governance and planning documents. This includes crafting and updating charters and bylaws, and district plans that support transparent operations, strong organizational structure, and thoughtful stewardship of historic resources. These frameworks are intended to reflect local priorities and align best practices in historic preservation.
Neighborhood & District Surveys
North Wake Development provides independent consulting services to assist communities in identifying, documenting, and evaluating historic neighborhoods and districts. This includes conducting detailed surveys, preparing nomination materials, and developing clear documentation that supports informed preservation decisions. We help clients build strong, well-researched submissions that recognize historic significance and lay the groundwork for effective long-term stewardship.