Richard Bollard

NZCD(Arch) BArch(Hons) BTP MNZPI

An early interest in history, design and architecture led Richard to complete an NZCD(Arch), followed by a BArch(Hons) and BTP degree. Following this he gained extensive local authority experience specializing in the formulation and implementation of design controls for CBD precincts and residential heritage areas.

Richard worked as an architect / planner for the Heritage Division at Auckland City Council for 11 years and held a similar role with the New Zealand Historic Places Trust for 6 years, as Heritage Adviser for the Auckland area. In these roles he gained experience in heritage protection and management under the Resource Management Act including the evaluation of historic buildings for District Plan lists and the adaptation of historic buildings for new uses while retaining their heritage values.

Richard’s expertise includes the preparation of heritage assessments and conservation plans as well as a thorough knowledge of all aspects of District Plan formulation and administration, particularly in relation heritage matters.

Richard joined Salmond Reed in late 2006. He is a member of ICOMOS, the New Zealand Planning Institute and the NZ Historic Places Trust and has a particular interest in architecture from the 1950s and 60s.