Consultant for Historian/Architectural Survey Services - Phase I

The City of Columbia is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a reconnaissance-level architectural survey of the Benton-Stephens neighborhood. The survey will document the existing historic character and conditions of each property within the survey area and provide a historic context for the development of the survey area. The consultant will also make recommendations for future preservation activities, including additional survey recommendations and evaluation of National Register eligibility. The project will be completed in phases, with a total duration of approximately 5 years. • The consultant will be responsible for conducting a reconnaissance-level architectural survey of the Benton-Stephens neighborhood. • The consultant will document the existing historic character and conditions of each property within the survey area. • The consultant will provide a historic context for the development of the survey area and make recommendations for future preservation activities. • The consultant will complete a research design meeting the Standards for Professional Architectural and Historic Surveys (SHPO). • The consultant will submit documentation for the two public information meetings. • The consultant will complete the Missouri Architectural/Historic Inventory Forms for each property within the boundary.