Restoration and Advice

The restoration expert issues statements on applications for demolition and construction permits and gives guidance on the restoration that properly preserves the cultural historical attributes of old buildings in the Eastern Uusimaa region. The restoration expert also advices about restoration grants meant for the care of the built heritage, and collaborates closely with the Finnish Heritage Agency and the Uusimaa Centre For Economic Development (ELY-Centre) on the handling of grants and by being responsible for the supervision of the grant destinations.

The goal of preserving renovations is the keep the cultural historical values and attributes of the building intact, only renewing that which is necessary. The restoration or renovation of an old building should always be done with respect to the structure of the house. Restoration of old buildings is different from current construction techniques in both materials and working methods. Therefore restoration requires expertise and careful planning that aim to make sustainable decisions, so that the historical value and usability of the building remain.