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Hours to complete 2.00
No of pages 10
Published February 2005
Updated February 2009
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Environmental planning
Author Neil Harris, Lecturer in Statutory Planning, School of City and Regional Planning, Cardiff University
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Conservation Areas

Purpose

This action list focuses on conservation areas – ‘areas of special architectural or historic interest the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance’ – and the special controls and responsibilities that apply.

Benefits

Provides a series of steps designed to assist with the designation, review and protection of conservation areas.

Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A useful guide to the actions required to determine and maintain areas appropriate for conservation for those who require a detailed overview. Additionally there is an inclusive list of further reading for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

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