Conservation and Design
North Shropshire has a wealth of historic buildings and settlements set amongst a landscape which is rich and varied. Protection of the historic environment is vital to ensure that it continues for future generations to enjoy and learn from.
The Conservation and Design Section aim to protect and enhance the districts historic environment by encouraging the use of traditional building materials and the importance of regular maintenance. In addition to this the section seeks to advocate high quality building design throughout the district by providing professional advice.
The Conservation and Design Section deals with:
- Listed Buildings - Listed Building Consent
- Conservation Areas - Conservation Area Consent
- New build design - Consultants on new build in Conservation Areas, adjacent Listed Buildings and areas which have landscape character value
- Historic Building Grants - Grants for the Repair of Historic Buildings are provided to help you carry out certain types of repairs to historic buildings in conservation areas.
We have produced guidance information on certain areas, please click below for further information:
- Conversion of Redundant Farm Buildings
- Living in a Conservation area
- Living and Working with Historic Buildings To be added, please contact us for paper copies
- Design and Access Statements
- Security Shutters
- Shop Fronts (draft)
For information regarding maintaining your property please visit the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) website.
If you require information on any other aspect with regard to specification/repair of historic buildings please contact the conservation section.
For more information and/or guidance please Contact Us:
| email: |
conservation@northshropshiredc.gov.uk |
|---|---|
| telephone: | 01939 238433 |
| fax: | 01939 238422 |
Links
- Conservation Home - Listed Buildings - Conservation Areas - Historic Building Grants
- Redundant Building Grant Scheme - Trees in Conservation Areas - Local Plan
- English Heritage Website - Images of England Website
