The document discusses the economic and environmental benefits of historic building rehabilitation in Ohio. It notes that historic preservation generates $4.5 billion in direct economic impact annually and supports over 87,000 jobs. Rehabilitating historic buildings is more sustainable than new construction as it reduces waste, preserves the embodied energy in existing structures, and avoids additional energy usage from demolition and rebuilding. The document also explains how historic rehabilitation stabilizes property values, provides tourism resources, and helps retain a community's unique identity and sense of place. It describes alternative building codes that can facilitate historic building reuse and conservation easements that incentivize rehabilitation. The remainder of the document shows before and after photos of various successful rehabilitation projects in Ohio.

1. Historic Building Rehabilitation Jonathan Sandvick Sandvick Architects, Inc Heritage Ohio Historic Tax Credit Workshop Canton, Ohio – September 18, 2009 1265 W. 6 th Street Cleveland Ohio 44118

2. Historic Sites in Ohio

5. Chapter 3410 Score Sheet

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11. Bridgeview

13. The Arcade Historic Photo Before Rehab After Rehab