Shetland Local Landscape Designation Review: Final Report

Table 3.1 Evaluation Criteria
Criteria
Representativeness
Rarity
Intactness
Scenic qualities
Enjoyment
Cultural qualities
Naturalness
Rural pattern
Views
Non-ranked criteria
Landscape
consistency
Landscape
relationships
Other designations
Definition
The extent to which a landscape is representative of the Shetland Islands,
and contributes to its wider identity and sense of place.
Identifies landscapes or features which are rare or unusual within the
Shetland Islands, or which are known to be uncommon elsewhere.
The extent to which a landscape has changed in the past, or is currently
changing, as a result of development or changing land management.
The extent to which the landscape contains attractive, impressive, and/or
dramatic combinations of features, or to which it prompts strong sensory
appeal.
The importance of the landscape as a recreational resource, including
accessibility and provision of opportunities for appreciation of the landscape
or views.
The extent to which the landscape is the setting for features of historic
value, including buildings, archaeology and designed landscapes. Also
includes the influence of intangible literary or artistic associations.
The importance of features of natural heritage interest within the landscape,
including important habitats, protected sites, and features of geodiversity
value.
The extent to which the landscape allows an appreciation of the traditional
pattern of cultivation and settlement on Shetland, and in particular the
distinctive pattern of the crofting landscape.
The extent and importance of views in and out of the landscape, including
the relative visibility of the landscape from key routes and locations.
The extent to which a LCU is consistent in terms of the above criteria.
Identifies the most important adjacent LCUs, which may combine to form
groupings with high value.
Identifies existing designations which cover parts of the LCU, including
LPAs, NSA, and other natural and cultural heritage designations.
Shetland Islands Local Landscape Designation Review
Land Use Consultants
Final Report 9 October 2011