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EDR Conducts Archaeological Survey at Knox Headquarters State Historic Site

As we march into the 4th of July holiday, we found it fitting to share an EDR project highlight. Our cultural resources team recently conducted an archaeological survey at the Knox Headquarters State Historic Site located in Vails Gate, New York. The home was built in 1754 and was famously used as a general’s headquarters […]

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EDR Welcomes Summer Interns

We’re thrilled to welcome a talented group of emerging professionals who have joined the EDR team for the summer. These interns bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a passion for learning. We can’t wait to see what they will accomplish during their time with us!   We believe in providing real-world experience and nurturing the growth […]

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City of Syracuse Adopts ReZone Syracuse Citywide Zoning Update!

Congratulations to the City of Syracuse on the successful adoption of the ReZone Syracuse Citywide Zoning Update! This significant achievement marks a pivotal moment in shaping future development within the city and ensuring a more sustainable and vibrant community for all. The adoption of ReZone represents the culmination of a comprehensive effort to modernize the […]

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New Offices in Saratoga Springs and White Plains, New York

EDR is thrilled to announce that we are reinforcing our geographic reach in New York State with new offices in Saratoga Springs and White Plains.  We have recently merged with Elan Planning, Design, & Landscape Architecture and LynStaar Engineering, P.C.  Our new partnerships with these highly regarded firms expand EDR’s geographic footprint, increase our capacity […]

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Congratulations 2023 Promotions!

As we begin the new year, we are celebrating the achievements of our team!  EDR is committed to our employee growth and career development, and we congratulate all of our staff on their accomplishments and success in 2022.  We are very pleased to recognize those individuals who have earned promotions and announce their new roles with […]

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City of Syracuse, Town of DeWitt and Le Moyne College receive award for Best Practice

Environmental Design and Research is proud to announce that it was awarded a Best Practice award along with the City of Syracuse, Town of DeWitt, and Le Moyne College during the October Upstate American Planning Association Resilient Together Planning Conference in Buffalo for the Le Moyne Area Neighborhood Development Strategy (LANDS). The LANDS project provides […]

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Mohawk Valley Edge Receives Best Practice Award

Environmental Design and Research is proud to announce it has been awarded, along with Mohawk Valley Edge, a Best Practice award by the 2022 Professional Awards Program of the New York Upstate Chapter of the American Planning Association for the Marcy Tech Barn. The Marcy Tech Barn project was initiated by Mohawk Valley Edge (MV […]

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Village of Trumansburg’s Comprehensive Plan Receives Award

Environmental Design and Research (EDR) and the Village of Trumansburg are proud to announce that they received a Comprehensive Planning award at the American Planning Association New York Upstate Chapter Resilient Together Conference. The award recognizes the Village of Trumansburg Comprehensive Plan for advancing the science and art of comprehensive planning for Upstate New York. […]

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