What is a Conservation Area?

Conservation Areas are deemed to be of special architectural or historic interest designated for protection and enhancement by the Local Planning Authority. The designation covers not just an area’s buildings, but also the historic layout of its roads and paths, characteristic building and paving materials, greens and trees, and public and private spaces. Conservation Area Consent is required for the alteration or demolition of any unlisted building within a Conservation Area, whether in whole or in part.