Heritage & Ethnographic Assets Cataloguing | Environmental Consultancy

What heritage assets cataloguing is

Heritage assets cataloguing is the process of systematically identifying, documenting and recording features of historical, cultural, ethnographic or archaeological value within a given area, so that they can be incorporated into official heritage catalogues or duly taken into account in the permitting of projects and urban plans. It ranges from archaeological sites to ethnographic features such as waterwheels, wells, kilns, traditional bridges or vernacular architecture.

When it is carried out

As part of the cultural heritage inventory of an Environmental Impact Assessment, documenting every feature present within the project area.
During the drafting of a PGOU or other planning instrument, to incorporate the municipality's catalogue of protected assets.
As a standalone service for local authorities or bodies wishing to enhance and promote their local heritage.
Prior to restoration or enhancement works on existing heritage features.

Methodology

Desk-based review of existing catalogues, archaeological charts and historical archives.
Fieldwork: survey of the area to identify features not previously catalogued.
Graphic documentation: photography, planimetry and, where appropriate, photogrammetric or drone-based survey.
A catalogue record per feature, with description, state of conservation, heritage assessment and proposed level of protection.
Compilation of the final catalogue, ready to be integrated into urban planning or into the project's environmental documentation.

Why choose Ideas Medioambientales

We carry out heritage assets cataloguing with our own in-house archaeologists, integrating the work with our other cultural heritage services: heritage impact consultation, archaeological monitoring and support for PGOU drafting.

With more than 25 years of experience and an in-house multidisciplinary team that includes archaeologists, biologists and environmental scientists, we work across the whole of Spain from our offices in Albacete and Madrid. Our management systems are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

Tell us the area and the purpose of the cataloguing and we will advise on the scope you need.

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What can we cover in 30 minutes?

It's more than enough time to have an overview of your needs and recommend the best route forward. Here there is a summary of the steps we will follow.

1. Let's get to know your project

We want you to walk us through your project's main goals and concerns; and based on that, we’ll set an approach to make the most of the meeting.

2. Quick assessment: identifying challenges and opportunities

We will analyze the key aspects of your project, such as its location, applicable regulations, deadlines and potential environmental impacts, highlighting the main challenges and opportunities.

3. Tailored solutions: how can we help you

We will suggest you the services that best suit your needs, explaining how we work to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability, while answering any questions that you may have.

4. Action Plan: let's keep moving forward together

We will wrap up with a summary of the key points, suggesting clear next steps such as a quote or a follow-up meeting. We will remain at your disposal to accompany you as your project moves forward.