Chapter 6 Development Control

Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines for Planning AuthoritiesCHAPTER 6 DEVELOPMENT CONTROLWell-targeted financial assistance can meanthe difference between the survival or gradualdecay of vulnerable buildingsand adequately describe the potential impact of theproposals on the character of the structure by wayof plans, photographs and any other necessaryparticulars. 3Notification to prescribed bodies6.2.3 Send notification to the relevant prescribed bodies 4as early as possible of applications that involveworks to a protected structure, a proposedprotected structure or a building in an ACA andalso of applications for development which mightdetract from the appearance of any of thesestructures.f ) setting out the appropriate use of moderndesign and materials in works to protectedstructures;g) establishing, when making an inventory orwhere queried, the extent of the curtilage of allprotected structures and attendant grounds, ifany, and mapping this information at anappropriate scale;h) building up a comprehensive database ofinformation on protected structures and ACAs asan aid to development control.6.2 Planning Applications Step by StepPre-application consultations6.2.1 Arrange these to provide general advice todevelopers regarding:a) the availability of conservation expertise;b) policy on, and standards for, conservation worksfor protected structures, proposed protectedstructures and the exteriors of buildings withinACAs andc) the standard of documentation required forplanning applications.It would be useful to the planning authority to keepminutes of such meetings so that there is clarity onthe matters discussed.Consideration of application6.2.4 Consider all written submissions or observationsreceived within 5 weeks of the date of receipt ofthe application. 5 Take account of relevantinformation in RPS, declarations files and theseguidelines. Consult with the conservation officer,where one is employed by the planning authority.Consideration of impact on architecturalheritage6.2.5 Consider the potential impact of the developmenton the character of the protected structure,proposed protected structure or ACA whendetermining the application. Where demolition isproposed, consider whether exceptionalcircumstances apply. 6Further information6.2.6 Seek further information where necessary todetermine application.Notification of decision6.2.7 Issue the planning authority’s decision to theapplicant and notify the decision to all who madevalid submissions.Post-planning compliance6.2.8 Assess submissions made in compliance withconditions of the permission. Refer to conservationofficer for technical advice as necessary.Requirements for planning applications6.2.2 Ensure planning applications for protectedstructures and proposed protected structures arevalid. By definition, this includes development withinthe curtilage of a protected structure or proposedprotected structure. Planning applications shouldrefer to the protected status on the public notices863 Article 23 (2), 2001 Regulations4 Article 28 (1) (c), 2001 Regulations5 Article 29 (1), 2001 Regulations6 Section 57 (10) (b), 2000 Act