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2.2 Methodology2.2.1 A Baseline Audit of Clarendon Street Conservation Area identifying its specialarchitectural and historic character has been carried out in accordance with nationalguidelines (English Heritage, 2005). Essentially, the Audit appraises and assesses what itis distinctive and unique about the Conservation Area, and the buildings within it.2.2.2 The Audit also identifies problems and pressures that impact on the ConservationArea and its setting. This analysis underpins the content and approach taken in the DesignGuide, which in turn provides the basis for:• balancing conflicting needs• avoiding dilution of the original character of the Conservation Area• sustaining and increasing its social and economic vitality.2.3 Objectiveshistoric structures and open and green spaces of architectural and/or historicinterest- to provide a framework for a co-ordinated approach to development affecting theConservation Area by establishing clear and consistent guidance to help informthe processing of planning applications- to increase local awareness of the meaning and value of Conservation Areadesignation and to foster a civic pride in the history and architectural heritage ofthe city- to co-ordinate and influence development, maintenance, or minor works byStatutory Agencies and other public sector bodies- to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Areathrough protection and the pro-active management of change- to provide information on the various sources of grant aid and technical advice thatmay be available.2.3.1 Conservation Areas are ‘areas of special architectural or historic interest thecharacter or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance’ [The Planning (NI)Order 1991 (Article 50)].2.3.2 Therefore, the objectives of designation of Clarendon Street Conservation Area andthe preparation of this guide are:- to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area,and encourage the retention, rehabilitation and reuse of existing buildings, other10
2.4 Guiding principles2.4.1 This guide recognises there is scope for change and potential for enhancementwithin the Clarendon Street Conservation Area and its setting. The document aims toenhance and guide the process of change management. Ultimately the guiding principleis the encouragement of exemplary conservation in tandem with thoughtful, high qualitydesign of:- new buildings- extensions/alterations/conversions to old buildings- public and private realm- other new elements being inserted into the historic environment.2.4.2 Therefore the Design Guide is based on the following principles of:- encouraging a well cared for historic environment- promoting a safe, vibrant and well maintained streets and shared spaces- upholding and strengthening the Conservation Area’s unique character and quality- adding value to the existing historic building stock, the quality of the environment,and the experience.11
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Appendix 4Schedule of Listed Buildi
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HB01/21/025BANK OF IRELAND15 STRAND
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HB01/22/022 U48 CLARENDON ST.B1HB01
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