Owning a historic home in San Diego is both a privilege and a responsibility. Whether your property is individually designated, part of a historic district, or simply a potential contributor, preservation-sensitive work requires an understanding of how local, state, and federal standards intersect.

I specialize in helping homeowners navigate this process with clarity and confidence. Over the past several years, I have evaluated hundreds of historic properties throughout San Diego and have prepared dozens of historic designation reports, Mills Act applications, and preservation compliance submittals. My work bridges the gap between architectural history, practical design, and municipal permitting — so projects move forward without unnecessary delays or costly missteps.

Historic compliance is not about freezing a home in time. It is about understanding how to make appropriate improvements while respecting the character-defining features that give a property its historical value. I assist clients with interpreting the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, preparing preservation plans, identifying contributing features, and determining what scope of work requires historic review.

Services include historic property evaluations, district contributor analysis, Mills Act preparation, chain-of-title research, drafting and permitting support for historic renovations, and coordination with the City of San Diego’s Development Services Department and Historical Resources Board. I also provide clear guidance on how proposed changes — from additions to window replacements — are reviewed under San Diego’s historic regulations.

Owning a historic home in San Diego is both a privilege and a responsibility. Whether your property is individually designated, part of a historic district, or simply a potential contributor, preservation-sensitive work requires an understanding of how local, state, and federal standards intersect.

I specialize in helping homeowners navigate this process with clarity and confidence. Over the past several years, I have evaluated hundreds of historic properties throughout San Diego and have prepared dozens of historic designation reports, Mills Act applications, and preservation compliance submittals. My work bridges the gap between architectural history, practical design, and municipal permitting — so projects move forward without unnecessary delays or costly missteps.