Conservation Areas and Listed Buildings
"Conservation Areas" are defined as, "areas of special architectural or historic interest, the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance".
Bracknell Forest Council can designate conservation areas in order to conserve special 'areas of interest' by giving them broader protection than that offered to individual listed buildings. Designation allows for the protection of all features within an area, listed or otherwise which are recognised as adding to its character. They can include parks, gardens, greens, trees and street furniture.
Further information on the Conservation Areas in Bracknell Forest can be found via the links on the right.
Within a conservation area the Borough Council has extra controls over the following:
- Demolition
To demolish a building, or even parts of it, needs conservation area consent. Guidance and application forms can be obtained from the Borough Council. There are no fees for this application and there is a right of appeal against refusal.
- Minor developments
In a conservation area, you sometimes need planning permission for building works, which would normally be permitted elsewhere. It is advisable to contact Development Control before starting work if your property is within a conservation area
- Trees
Within Conservation Areas, anyone proposing to cut down, top or lop any tree, whether or not it is covered by a tree preservation order, has to give notice to the Borough Council.
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