Detail in Poppythorn conservation area, nr Prestwich
Conservation area appraisals
Local planning authorities have a statutory obligation to designate as conservation areas places of special architectural or historic interest ‘the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance’. English Heritage recommends that, once designated, these areas are clearly defined and analysed in a written appraisal which will underpin development plan policies and development control procedures. An appraisal will also contain policies and proposals to help preserve and enhance the conservation area.
AHP has researched and delivered conservation area appraisals all over England. We recently completed appraisals for Poppythorn Conservation Area near Prestwich, on behalf of Bury Metropolitan Borough Council, and for Soho Conservation Area in London, on behalf of Westminster City Council.