CONSERVATION AND DESIGN

The aims of the Conservation and Design team are to:

Preserve and enhance the Island’s built environment.

Raise awareness of the importance of good design in achieving quality development.

There are almost 2000 Listed Buildings on the Island. Of these, 29 are Grade I, which are buildings of major national importance. The Island currently has 36 designated Conservation Areas identified for their special architectural and historic merit.

The team advises on design and conservation matters and is responsible for:

Providing design and conservation input into the Local Development Framework (LDF), Supplementary Planning Guidance and Development Briefs. See Planning Policy.

Production of Conservation and Design guidance and information.

Assessing Conservation Areas and developing enhancement schemes.

Identifying and designating new Conservation Areas as appropriate.

Advising on works that affect Listed Buildings.

Liaising with the Enforcement Section of Development Control in respect of unauthorised works affecting the historic environment.

Page last updated on: 14/09/2012