The heritage or project brief:

• What are the major actions taken to conserve the project and the key interventions undertaken?
• What was the time taken to complete the project?
• What was the scale (in size) and cost (in INR) of the project?
• Who were the partners/stakeholders involved, including key institutional, corporate/commercial, community, and professional/technical partners?
• What is the protection status of the property (e.g., provincial, national, World Heritage site) and how did the project comply with heritage regulations?
• Provide a detailed description of the cultural heritage property, including its background, historical context, and origin (e.g., if it is a built structure, when it was erected and for what purposes).
• Elaborate on the individual heritage values (cultural, social, historical, architectural, scientific, spiritual, etc.) and explain how these values are conveyed in physical and non-physical attributes, including the significance to the surrounding community.
• Describe the condition of the cultural heritage property before conservation, detailing physical features, layout, setting, structural stability, finishes, and, if applicable, the condition of its interior, exterior, and site context.
• Explain the factors affecting the condition of the heritage property prior to conservation (e.g., Structural factors (material deterioration, etc.) Environmental factors (extreme weather conditions, erosion, effects of climate change or natural disasters, etc.) Biological factors (weeds, pests, micro-organisms, etc.) Social factors (improper use, vandalism, politically motivated acts, insurgencies, armed conflict, etc.)Management and institutional factors (ownership issues, neglect, lack of maintenance, inappropriate conservation, tourism impact, community development, etc.) Economic factors (funding, monetary issues, etc.).and describe any ongoing factors and how they will be addressed in the future.

Detailed description of the conservation or promotion work:

• Outline the conservation philosophy and principles used, referencing relevant guidelines and charters. (e.g.international/national guidelines, international charters, conservation publications, etc.).
• Describe the project’s implementation methodology, including any time-phased approach.
• Confirm that the project complies with all existing heritage legislation and regulations.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the site's cultural, social, historical, architectural, scientific, and spiritual significance.
• Explain how the conservation work sustains local community values and communicates the site's significance through interpretative tools like signage, brochures, publications, exhibitions, event programmes, and guided tours.

Technical Achievements:

• Evaluate how the project addressed technical issues in conservation/restoration and the research conducted.
• Describe the building’s structural systems, including its evolution and decay.
• Outline the artisan and conservation techniques employed, including traditional building practices and quality assurance measures (e.g., sourcing skilled craftspeople, training).
• Detail the materials used in the conservation process, the rationale behind their selection, and the use of local/traditional versus new materials.

Sustainability:

• Describe the extent of local community engagement and their contributions in the conservation process.
• Explain how the project enhances environmental sustainability and resilience through long-term maintenance, strategic planning, and measures such as energy efficiency, climate change mitigation, and disaster risk reduction.
• Outline the funding and financing approach, including whether it is a public-private initiative.

Community’s Socio-Economic Wellbeing:

• Describe how the project contributes to the local community’s socio-economic well being and cultural continuity, addresses development needs, and safeguards local knowledge.
• Explain whether the project has influenced conservation practices and policies at local, national, or regional levels, attracted media attention, raised awareness for heritage conservation, or received official recognition.

Photos /Drawings/Documents:

• Include visual documentation such as photos and drawings.
• Provide maps showing the project location (city, state, etc.), for example, an aerial photograph.
• For building projects, include detailed site plans, floor plans, and sections (pre- and post-conservation), along with a digital version on a USB.