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13. HISTORIC HERITAGE
   
  ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
Policy AS1 Scheduled Monuments and Other Nationally Important Unscheduled Archaeological Remains Throughout the District
Policy AS2 Other Unscheduled Archaeological Remains Throughout the District
Policy AS3 Evaluation of Archaeological Sites Throughout the District Policy removed as from 28th September 2007
Policy AS4 Deleted
Policy AS5 Imposition of Conditions To Secure Preservation of Archaeological Remains Throughout the District Policy removed as from 28th September 2007
   
  BUILDINGS OF SPECIAL ARCHITECTURAL OR HISTORIC INTEREST
Policy LB1 Protection of Special Architectural or Historic Interest of Listed Buildings Throughout the District
Policy LB2 Protection of Setting of Listed Buildings Throughout the District
Policy LB3 Demolition of Listed Buildings Throughout the District
Policy LB4 Change of Use of Listed Buildings Throughout the District
   
  CONSERVATION AREAS
Policy CA1 Works to Buildings in Conservation Areas as Defined on the Proposals Map
Policy CA2 Views Within, out of, or into the Conservation Areas as Defined on the Proposals Map
Policy CA3 Changes of Use in Conservation Areas as Defined on the Proposals Map
Policy CA4 Demolition of Unlisted Buildings in Conservation Areas as Defined on the Proposals Map
Policy CA5 Trees in Conservation Areas as Defined on the Proposals Map
  Scheduled Monuments and Other Nationally Important Unscheduled Archaeological Remains Throughout The District
  POLICY AS1
  Where nationally important archaeological remains and their settings are affected by proposed development there is a presumption in favour of their physical preservation in situ.
  Planning permission will not be granted for any proposed development which would damage:-
  (a) a Scheduled Monument ,
    or
  (b) any other nationally important archaeological remains,
    and / or
  (c) the setting of either (a) or (b) above.
  Development proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan.
  This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Scheduled Monuments existing as at 1st September 1997 are defined on the Proposals Map. This Policy will also apply to any other nationally important remains which may be subsequently notified to the Council.
  Other Unscheduled Archaeological Remains Throughout The District
  POLICY AS2
  (1) Planning permission will not be granted for any proposed development which would damage:-
    (a) Other unscheduled archaeological remains which the Buckinghamshire County Museum considers of more local importance and particularly worthy of preservation,
      or
    (b) other unscheduled archaeological remains which may be discovered, and are not identified under (a) above, which the Buckinghamshire County Museum considers of more local importance and particularly worthy of preservation,
      and / or
    (c) the settings of either (a) or (b) above.
  (2) On some sites it may be possible to accommodate the proposed development and keep important remains (as identified in clause (1) above) in situ . Planning permission may be granted where the applicant can demonstrate , to the satisfaction of the Council, that the important remains will be physically preserved in situ without damage to them . Details to ensure this should be submitted to the Council as part of the planning application.
  (3) In cases where the preservation of the remains in situ is not merited, taking into account their lesser importance, planning permission may be granted subject to provision being made for archaeological excavation and recording to the satisfaction of the Council.
  (4) Development proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan .
  (5) This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Evaluation Of Archaeological Sites Throughout The District
  POLICY AS3
  On sites of archaeological significance ( referred to in Policies AS1 and AS2) and on those which are of potential archaeological significance, the archaeological aspects of development proposals should be examined and evaluated by qualified archaeologists before planning applications are determined.
  Planning permission will be refused without prior assessment of the archaeological implications.
  Development proposals should also comply with other Local Plan Policies.
  This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Preservation of Archaeological Sites Policy AS4 and paragraph 13.10 - deleted
  POLICY AS4
  Imposition Of Conditions To Secure Preservation Of Archaeological Remains Throughout The District
  POLICY AS5
  Where planning permission is granted for development affecting archaeological sites referred to in Policies AS1 or AS2, the Council will attach conditions either :
  (i) To ensure the physical preservation of the remains in situ,
    or
  (ii) To ensure that no development takes place within the area of archaeological interest until the applicant has secured the implementation of an approved programme of archaeological work. This work should be carried out in accordance with a written scheme of investigation. The scheme should be submitted by the applicant and approved by the Council prior to the commencement of the development.
    Development proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan.
    This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Protection Of Special Architectural Or Historic Interest Of Listed Buildings Throughout The District
  POLICY LB1
  Planning permission and /or Listed Building Consent will not be granted for any proposed development, alterations or extensions to a Listed Building, or advertisements placed on a Listed Building, which would not preserve its character and appearance as a Building of Special Architectural or Historic Interest.
  In assessing the effect of proposals on the Special Architectural or Historic Interest of a Listed Building, regard will be had to the following matters:
  (i) the historical and/or architectural importance of the building and its rarity in both national and local terms;
  (ii) the effect on the special architectural or historic features of the building which warranted its inclusion in the Statutory List;
  (iii) the building's setting and its contribution to the local scene;
  (iv) whether the proposed works would bring substantial planning benefits for the community.
  Development proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan.
  This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Protection Of Setting Of Listed Buildings Throughout The District
  POLICY LB2
  Planning permission and/or Listed Building Consent will not be granted for any development, advertisements or any works requiring Listed Building Consent within the curtilage, or in the vicinity of a Listed Building which would adversely affect the setting of that Listed Building.
  Where development proposals are acceptable in accordance with this Policy, the proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan.
  This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Demolition of Listed Buildings Throughout The District
  POLICY LB3
  Consent to demolish a Listed Building completely or substantially and planning permission for its re - development will be granted only in the most exceptional circumstances . In considering proposals for the demolition of a Listed Building , the Council will have regard to all of the following criteria and will expect applicants to provide clear and convincing evidence to support their case for demolition in respect of criteria (i) - (iv);
  i) The condition of the building and the costs of repairing and maintaining it relative to its importance and to the economic value derived from its continued use. The importance of the building will include its historical and / or architectural importance and its rarity in both national and local terms.
  ii) Whether all reasonable efforts have been made to sustain existing uses or to find viable new uses, and that these efforts have failed,
  iii) Whether preservation in some form of charitable or community ownership is not possible or suitable,
  iv) Whether any benefits for the community which would be likely to arise from the re - development of the site would decisively outweigh the acknowledged public interest in retaining the Listed Building ,
  v) In the case of partial demolition, the effect on the special architectural or historic features of the building which warranted its inclusion on the Statutory List,
  vi) In the case of total or partial demolition, the effect on the building's setting and its contribution to the local scene.
  This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Works which involve the limited demolition of part of a Listed Building will be considered as alterations under Policy LB1.
  Change Of Use Of Listed Buildings Throughout The District
  POLICY LB4
  New uses for Listed Buildings will be permitted if all of the following criteria are met:
  (i) It has been demonstrated to the Council's satisfaction that the existing use cannot reasonably be continued.
  (ii) The Special Architectural or Historic Interest of the Listed Building would not be adversely affected. When assessing the impact of the change of use of the Listed Building, particular attention will be paid to the implications of possible alterations and additions on the structure of the building, its appearance, its setting and on any other features of Special Architectural or Historic Interest which it may possess.
  (iii) The environmental impact of the change of use upon the special interest of the Listed Building would be acceptable. The amount and type of pedestrian and vehicular traffic likely to be generated and the off-street parking requirements should not harm the special interest of the building.
  (iv) Other policies in this Local Plan should also be complied with.
  This Policy applies throughout the District.
  Works To Buildings In Conservation Areas As Defined on the Proposals Map
  POLICY CA1
  Planning permission will not be granted for any proposed new buildings, extensions, or alterations to existing buildings in a Conservation Area which do not preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area with regard to siting, the established pattern of development, density, scale, bulk, height, design and external appearance.
  Natural materials which match in type, colour and texture, or are very similar to, the materials used in existing buildings, should be used. The use of synthetic materials will not be permitted.
  Development which does not preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area will be refused.
  Where development proposals are acceptable in accordance with this Policy, the proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan.
  Conservation Areas designated as at 1st September 1997 are shown on the Proposals Map. This Policy will also apply to any subsequent new or amended designated Conservation Areas .
  Views Within, Out Of, Or Into Conservation Areas As Defined on the Proposals Map
  POLICY CA2
  Any proposed development which does not preserve or enhance the important views within, looking out of, or into a Conservation Area, will be refused.
  Where development proposals are acceptable in accordance with this Policy, the proposals should also comply with other Policies in this Local Plan.
  Conservation Areas designated as at 1st September 1997 are shown on the Proposals Map. This Policy will also apply to any subsequent new or amended designated Conservation Areas.
  Changes Of Use In Conservation Areas As Defined on the Proposals Map
  POLICY CA3
  Changes of use in Conservation Areas will be permitted provided that all of the following criteria are complied with:
  1. In terms of the impact upon the character or appearance of the Conservation Area:
    (a) the Council considers that it is desirable to retain an existing building,
      or
    (b) the Council considers that it is not desirable to retain the existing use of land.
  2. There would be no detrimental effect on the character or appearance of the Conservation Area. In assessing the effect of a proposed change of use of a building, particular attention will be paid to the implications of possible alterations and additions on the external appearance, physical fabric and setting of the building.
  3. The environmental impact of the proposed use would conserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area. Particular consideration will be given to the amount and type of pedestrian and vehicular traffic likely to be generated and associated car parking requirements, together with such other impacts as noise, smell, pollution, vibration and general disturbance.
  4. Other Policies in this Local Plan would be complied with.
  Conservation Areas designated as at 1st September 1997 are shown on the Proposals Map. This Policy will also apply to any subsequent new or amended designated Conservation Areas .
  Demolition Of Unlisted Buildings In Conservation Areas As Defined on the Proposals Map
  POLICY CA4
  The Council will not grant consent for the demolition of an unlisted building which makes a positive contribution to the character or appearance of a Conservation Area.
  In cases where the retention of a building will manifestly not preserve or enhance the special character or appearance of a Conservation Area, the Council will grant consent provided that:
  (i) It is satisfied that any redevelopment would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area, and it has previously approved detailed plans for the redevelopment of the site. Conditions will be used to ensure that demolition does not take place until a contract for the carrying out of works of redevelopment, including a specified time scale, has been made.
    or
  (ii) There is no intention of rebuilding and the Council accepts that the special character or appearance of the Conservation Area would be preserved or enhanced as a result,
    and
  (iii) Other Policies in this Local Plan would be complied with. Conservation Areas designated as at 1st September 1997 are shown on the Proposals Map. This Policy will also apply to any subsequent new or amended designated Conservation Areas.
  Trees In Conservation Areas As Defined on the Proposals Map
  POLICY CA5
  Any tree in sound condition which makes a significant contribution to the character or appearance of a Conservation Area by reason of its position, size, shape and/or foliage characteristics, should be retained and its amenity value protected. To achieve this objective, a Tree Preservation Order will be made in appropriate cases in accordance with Policy TW1.
  Conservation Areas designated as at 1st September 1997 are shown on the Proposals Map. This Policy will also apply to any subsequent new or amended designated Conservation Areas .
   
   
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