Ian Rufus

Professional qualifications

Tertiary Qualifications:

Bachelor of Town Planning (UNSW 1979).

Master of Heritage Conservation (University of Sydney, 1998).

Memberships & Affiliations:

Planning Institute of Australia

NSW Heritage Office Register of Heritage Consultants

Australian Garden History Society

Historic Houses Trust

Lithgow Escarpment Landcare Group - convenor

Awards:

National Award for Outstanding Volunteers from Environment Australia (2002).

Professional working experience

Ian Rufus of Hillcrest (2010 to present):

Boss.

Planning, building and heritage specialist for consultancy, employing 4 staff in design, research and landscape

Rose Deco Planning & Design P/L (1989 to 2010):

Director.

Full-time: 2007 to present. Part time: 1989 to 2007.

Building and heritage specialist for consultancy

Lithgow City Council (1990 to 2007):

Environmental & Planning Services Division:

Planning and Development Manager
Senior Environmental Planner
Heritage Environmental Planner

Penrith City Council (1983 to 1990):

Environment and Heritage Branch:

Environmental Planner
Senior Development Control Planner

Marrickville Municipal Council (1980 to 1982):

Town Planner.
Heritage liaison

Masters degree research:

Conservation Management Plans for outbuildings & grounds of Eskbank House, Lithgow.

Report on the Presentation of an Industrial Heritage town.

Prepared papers for Department of Urban Affairs and Planning on materials conservation and detailed schedule of finishes.

Publications:

Part author of “Furnace Fire and Forge”, a major publication on the development of the Iron and Steel industry at Lithgow.

Provided specialist contribution and editorial advice on the NSW Government Heritage Office publication "The Maintenance of Heritage Assets: a practical guide".  
This valuable document gives practical advice for property managers in the government and private sector in the management of heritage properties.

SPECIALISED EXPERTISE (refer to accompanying project list)

Heritage assessment and principles of heritage conservation

Building, planning, interpretation and management of heritage items. Specialising in urban design, industrial, domestic and other built fabric.

Preparation of planning controls and conditions of development consent

Drafting and using legislation to identify development issues and guide proposals within and outside government, including approvals for viable uses to conserve and retain heritage items.

Knowledge of all levels of government

30 years experience working with local and state government, and also federal government requirements.

Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation

I have worked with the Acts and Regulations since their inception, finding the best outcome for Council and other clients.

Knowledge and understanding of heritage requirements

Management of Council’s Heritage Advisor program and giving heritage advice as part of building and development process, including privately-owned residential properties I have used the principles and detail of the Burra Charter, the NSW Heritage Manual and the Local Government Heritage Guidelines extensively. The list of projects and my experience speak for this.

Experience in negotiation, mediation and dispute resolution, dealing with stakeholders.

I have been at the forefront of negotiation in my work, ensuring smooth operation and expedient processing of applications, often finding solutions where others have not. See attached testimonials.

Regularly and routinely deal with the range of various levels of government as well as community stakeholders. Particular notoriety as a negotiator.