On April 1, 1982, Heritage Consulting Group was founded by John Tess and opened on the 13th floor of the Terminal Sales Building in Portland, Oregon. Heritage advises owners and developers of older and historic buildings through the development process, helping them secure federal, state, and local incentives. We have completed thousands of projects throughout the United States and are currently active in locations nationwide, including projects in New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, New Orleans, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, San Francisco, Seattle, and Portland. John established the values of the company that remain today, including creative problem solving and tenacious client advocacy. As we mark our 40th year, John has handed over the reins to Cindy Hamilton, who now serves as president. With our enduring legacy and strong team we are ready to lead the industry for another 40 years.
About
1982
Year Founded1700 +
Projects Completed43
States with Completed Projects-
Where we advise
Heritage is often engaged in guiding large, complex projects through the historic tax credit process, such as the IBM Building in Chicago, Jersey City Medical Center, Denver Union Station, and Quicken’s Downtown Detroit initiative.
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Decades of experience
With decades of experience in securing approvals for conversions to hotel use, Heritage has also developed a hospitality industry niche, completing projects for Kimpton, HRI Properties, and Sage Hospitality, among others.
A Heritage of Giving
Heritage established its Giving Back Program in 2012 in honor of the company’s 30th anniversary.
As part of its 30th anniversary, Heritage launched the Giving Back program. Through this program we provide pro bono services for properties deserving research and recognition for their contributions to America’s cultural and architectural history. Giving Back projects include the Joe Frazier Gym in Philadelphia, the William Penn Memorial Museum in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Lawrence Halprin’s Open Park Sequence in Portland, Oregon, the Barack Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Jorgine Boomer House and David & Gladys Wright House in Phoenix, Arizona.
