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Foreword
Preface and Acknowledgements
1 Introduction
The Purpose of the Standards and Guidelines
Definitions of Some Key Terms
The Principles Behind the Standards and Guidelines
The Format of the Standards and Guidelines
How to Use the Standards and Guidelines
2 Standards for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada
Applying the Standards
The Standards
3 Guidelines for Archaeological Sites, Landscapes, Buildings and Engineering Works
Applying the Guidelines
Substitute Materials
Balancing Other Considerations
Guidelines for Archaeological Sites
Guidelines for Landscapes
Land Patterns
Landforms
Spatial Organization
Vegetation
Viewscapes
Circulation
Water Features
Built Features
Guidelines for Buildings
Exterior Wood: Clapboard, weatherboard, shingles, logs and other wooden elements
Exterior Masonry: Brick, stone, terra cotta, concrete, stucco and mortar
Architectural Metals: Cast iron, steel, pressed metal, copper, aluminum and zinc elements
Roofs
Windows
Entrances and Porches
Storefronts
Interior Spaces, Features and Finishes
Structural Systems
Mechanical Systems: Heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing
Guidelines for Engineering Works
4 Other Considerations
Health and Safety Considerations
Accessibility Considerations
Energy Efficiency Considerations
Environmental Considerations
New Additions to Historic Places
5 References
Glossary
Bibliography
Photo Credits