Author: Hyderabad Urban Development Authority
Place: Secunderabad
Publisher: Hyderabad Urban Development Authority
Year: 1984
Pages: 252
Source: Donated by Cyrus Guzder
Subject: Urbanisation
Sub-Subject: Urban Development
Keyword: Urban Development
Classification: 720.288
Shelf: C4R5
Accession No: B740
Contents: Foreword Acknowledgements Chap I: Introduction Chap II: History of the City’s Growth Chap III: Architectural Styles of Hyderabad Chap IV: Identification of Buildings and Areas for Conservation Chap V: Legislation for Urban Conservation Chap VI: Conservation Through Reuse Chap VII: Financial Incentives Chap VIII: Conservation and Environment Chap IX: Public Participation and Awareness Chap X: Planning Policy and Conservation Annexure A: Maps and Drawings (Seperate List of Illustrations Enclosed) Annexure B: Summary Sheets Containing Particulars of Identified Buildings
Abstract: This study examines the conservation of historical buildings and areas in Hyderabad, highlighting the city’s rich cultural and architectural heritage. It explores Hyderabad’s growth, architectural evolution, and the challenges of preserving its legacy amidst urban development. Key chapters discuss the identification of significant buildings, necessary legislation, adaptive reuse strategies, financial incentives, and the environmental impact of conservation. Public participation and urban planning policies are also addressed to integrate heritage preservation into modern development. The annexures provide visual documentation and summaries, offering practical insights for policymakers, architects, and planners involved in safeguarding Hyderabad’s historical sites.