Funding the architectural heritage : a guide to policies and examples / Robert Pickard.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 165-187) and index.

1. Architectural heritage funding issues -- 2. Alternative revenue-raising methods -- 3. Grant-aided subsidies -- 4. Loan and credit facilities -- 5. Fiscal measures to benefit heritage conservation -- 6. Integrated heritage funding strategies : administration and management -- 7. Overview.

What systems can be used for the mobilization of financial resources for the conservation, restoration, rehabilitation and integrated management of the architectural heritage through area-based regeneration initiatives? This guide aims to provide authoritative information on different funding mechanisms, financial resources and management systems utilized in Europe and in North America as a means to assist the development of good and efficient practice. Consideration is given to examples relating to three principal forms of financial measures: subsidies (grant aid), loans and tax incentives, as well as specific measures to promote sponsorship through donations by individuals and corporate organizations. Other revenue-raising methods are investigated, including easement donations and endowment funds, lotteries, concession agreements, monument annuities, the transfer of development rights and enabling development, and through the support of international organizations such as the World Monument Fund, the World Bank, the Council of Europe Development Bank and the European Union. Further consideration is given to the role of non-profit and other organizations operating for the benefit of the architectural heritage such as revolving fund organizations, charitable trusts, heritage foundations and limited liability companies.--Publisher's description.