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FAQs
1. Q: What are the judging criteria?
A: Projects will be judged on overall design and quality; interpretation and respect of historic design elements; innovative approach to construction and use of building materials; impact on surrounding community; financial and market success of project; and sustainability.
2. Q: Who will determine the winners?
A: NH&RA gathered a diverse panel of judges including:
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Josh Anderson, Cathartes Private Investments
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Lisa Craig, Forest City Enterprises
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John L. Kelly, Nixon Peabody LLP
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Joel Cohn, Reznick Group
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Karl Stumpf, RTKL Associates Inc.
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Brad White, Habitat Companies
3. Q: How should I submit my application?
A: Completed applications and attachments must be submitted in electronic format as a single, combined file. Unless otherwise noted, please submit application materials and attachments as .pdf or Microsoft Office documents. Pictures/photographs should be imbedded into the applications materials, but should also be provided individually as .jpg or .gif files. Applicants should submit applications on CD-ROM/DVD-ROMs via mail to:
National Housing & Rehabilitation Association
J. Timothy Anderson Awards c/o Greg Sidorov
1400 16th St. NW, Suite 420
Washington, DC 20036
We will confirm receipt of the application via e-mail or telephone within one week. Please contact Greg Sidorov at (202) 939-1773 or gsidorov@dworbell.com if you have not heard back from NH&RA within three days of submitting an application.
4. Q: I am not a developer--can I still nominate a project for a "Timmy Award"?
A: Yes, anyone may nominate a qualified project for a “Timmy Award.” Applicants are encouraged to coordinate with the entire project team as relevant to insure a well-rounded application.
5. Q: Who is Tim Anderson?
A: Tim Anderson was a singular figure in the Preservation Industry pioneering the adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Tim’s legacy includes numerous Boston area projects as well as the seminal study that helped preserve South Beach in Miami. For more information about Tim visit http://www.housingonline.com/BackgroundHistory.aspx.
6. Q: I’m applying under the Best Historic Rehabilitation Involving New Construction category. What qualifies as “new construction?
A: The “new construction” component must be new exterior construction—interior renovations alone will not qualify a project under this category. Please note projects submitted under this category must be primarily a historic rehabilitation (vs. primarily new construction).
7. Q: I am interested in submitting an application, but have one or more questions that are not addressed here. How can I get help with my application?
A: NH&RA will host a free conference call / webinar (date TBD) to provide an overview of the application process, as well as answer any questions from individuals planning to submit an application. Individuals may also contact NH&RA directly with questions about the application at 202-939-1750.
8. Q: My project did not involve historic tax credits—is it eligible to apply for a Timmy Award?
A: Generally speaking, most applicants that apply utilize federal and/or state historic tax credits. Projects must be developed in compliance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Historic Preservation or similar guidelines.
9. Q: Do you have any tips or advice on submitting a competitive application?
A: See below:
- Be sure you leave yourself plenty of time to compose a competitive application.
- Generally speaking, the applications that have been given the strongest consideration in previous competitions have had very strong narrative statements. Please make sure your narrative statement is thorough and emphasizes the prowess of the developer in completing the development of the project (including financing, technical challenges, etc.) Be sure to also address historic preservation issues and community impact of the project.
- Make sure you submit a complete application. The judges use ALL of the requested information in formulating their scores of the project. Omitted items may result in lost points in the competitive process. You’d be surprised how many applicants neglect to include all the requested information.