Completion Date
Spring 2-20-2026
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Program or Discipline Name
Project Management
First Advisor
Dr. Tedd Wheeler
Abstract
The adaptive reuse of historic buildings has emerged as a vital strategy for sustainable urban development. While such projects can preserve cultural heritage, revitalize communities, and stimulate economic growth, they often face significant challenges due to competing stakeholder priorities. The central problem addressed in this study is the lack of effective stakeholder management in adaptive reuse initiatives, which can result in project delays, inflated costs, and outcomes that overlook social sustainability.
The purpose of this qualitative, descriptive study was to explore how stakeholder management practices influence the success of adaptive reuse projects by balancing social, economic, and community interests. Three research questions guided the inquiry: How do stakeholder engagement practices influence social sustainability and community involvement in adaptive reuse projects? What challenges arise when balancing economic viability with community needs? How can structured stakeholder management frameworks improve outcomes in adaptive reuse projects? Data was collected through semi-structured interviews across multiple adaptive reuse cases involving developers, public officials, preservation advocates, and community members. An inductive thematic analysis identified patterns in stakeholder engagement and decision-making, interpreted through the Stakeholder Performance Domain.
Recommended Citation
Iavarone, K. G. (2026). The Role of Stakeholder Management in the Adaptive Reuse of Historic Buildings: Balancing Social, Economic, and Community Interests. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.harrisburgu.edu/dandt/85
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