The procedure for performing pre-design work on cultural heritage objects of regional heritage is given (for example, the object "Former real school" in the city of Serdobsk, Penza region). An example of a survey of building structures, the compilation of a historical reference on the object, the collection of initial permits is given. The article is written on the basis of the completed research contract 22-146.

Keywords: the object of cultural heritage, pre-design work, technical expertise, building structures, historical information