Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Historic Preservation Architecture in Buffalo, NY
Founded in 1988, Clinton Brown (CBCA) specializes in historic preservation architecture, revitalizing culturally significant buildings and heritage places across New York State. Our team of experts combines over three decades of experience with a commitment to social equity, environmental health, and design excellence. We offer comprehensive services including architectural design, historic resource surveys, grant administration, and tax credit applications. Recognized for our pioneering work in adaptive reuse and community revitalization, we collaborate with clients to align preservation goals with funding opportunities.Our firm has raised millions in grants and completed thousands of preservation projects, earning accolades for our contributions to historic conservation. CBCA adheres to the highest professional standards, exceeding the U.S. Secretary of the Interiors qualifications for historic preservation. We remain dedicated to advancing sustainable practices that ensure historic structures continue serving communities for generations.
Services
Historic Preservation
Architecture
Grant Services
Tax Credit Applications
Historic Resource Surveys
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of specialized experience in historic preservation architecture.
- Our team exceeds the U.S. Secretary of the Interiors professional qualification standards.
- We have raised over $37 million in grants for historic preservation projects.
- Weve completed thousands of preservation projects across New York State.
- Our work has earned recognition from the Preservation League of New York State.
What people say
Expertise in historic preservation
Secured critical funding
Community revitalization success
Award-winning projects
Professional team
Services
Historic Preservation Architecture
CBCA specializes in preserving historic buildings through adaptive reuse and rehabilitation. Our architects collaborate with clients to maintain structural integrity while modernizing functionality. We ensure compliance with national preservation standards and assist in securing tax credits for restoration projects.
Grant Administration
We help clients identify and apply for historic preservation grants through state and federal programs. Our team manages grant compliance and reporting to maximize funding impact for rehabilitation projects across New York State.
Historic Resource Surveys
CBCA conducts comprehensive surveys to document historic properties and assess their eligibility for preservation programs. Our surveys inform grant applications and guide rehabilitation efforts for districts and individual landmarks.
Tax Credit Applications
We prepare and submit applications for historic tax credits to reduce rehabilitation costs. Our expertise ensures projects meet eligibility requirements while preserving architectural integrity for commercial and residential properties.
Community Revitalization Planning
CBCA develops strategies to revitalize historic districts through design guidelines and feasibility studies. We align preservation goals with economic development to strengthen communities and attract investment in Western New York.
People
Clinton E. Brown
President, Heritage & Project Architect
A nationally recognized historic preservation leader with over 30 years of experience, Clinton Brown directs CBCA's projects and policy initiatives. He holds advanced architecture degrees and serves on national preservation boards.
Alma O'Connell-Brown
Business Manager, Grant Administrator
Alma has secured over $37 million in grants for historic preservation projects since 1998. She specializes in grant writing, compliance, and managing state-funded revitalization programs across New York.
Jill Nowicki
Project Manager, Historic Preservation Specialist
Jill leads preservation projects with expertise in historic structure reports and tax credit applications. She holds a master's degree in historic preservation and has authored multiple National Register nominations.
Tera Perilli
Project Manager
Tera specializes in historic tax credit applications and preservation planning. She graduated from the University at Buffalo's historic preservation program and manages documentation for survey projects.
Gregory Pinto
Architectural Historian
Greg focuses on historic research and National Register nominations. He graduated from the University at Buffalo's preservation program and contributes to survey projects identifying potential historic districts.
Questions
What services does Clinton Brown Company Architecture offer?
We provide historic preservation architecture, grant administration, tax credit applications, historic resource surveys, and adaptive reuse design for historic buildings and communities.
How does CBCA help with historic preservation funding?
We assist clients in securing grants through programs like the New York Main Street Initiative and Historic Tax Credit applications to support preservation projects.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily work across New York State, with a focus on Buffalo and Western New York communities.
Can CBCA help list properties on the National Register?
Yes, we prepare National Register nominations and historic resource surveys to support designation and funding eligibility.
What makes CBCA unique in preservation architecture?
Our team combines over 30 years of experience with a commitment to social equity, climate resilience, and design excellence in every project.
