Conservation Area Appraisals (CAAs) help define the special architectural and historic interest of an area, to clarify why it merits 'designation'.
A CAA also identifies the character of the area, and features which should be enhanced or conserved.
Features which may contribute to character include:
- historic and locally significant buildings
- green and open spaces
- significant views
- natural elements such as trees and waterways
- features which make the area locally distinct
Appraised conservation areas in York
9 conservation areas have been appraised in York, including York's Central Historic Core Conservation Area Appraisal (HCCAA), in line with guidance from Historic England:
- Fulford road Conservation Area Appraisal, 2010
- Fulford Conservation Area Appraisal, 2008
- Heslington Conservation Area Appraisal, 2009
- Nestlé/Rowntree Conservation Area Appraisal, 2008
- Racecourse and Terry's Conservation Area Appraisal, 2006
- Strensall Village Conservation Area Appraisal, 2011
- Strensall Railway Conservation Area Appraisal, 2011
- Towthorpe Conservation Area Appraisal, 2011
Heritage Topic Paper
Our Heritage Topic Paper provides a background to how York's special character has evolved.
It explains the 6 principle characteristics of the historic environment that help define York's special qualities:
- strong urban form
- compactness
- landmark monuments
- architectural character
- archaeological complexity
- landscape and setting
Village Design Statements
Village Design Statements (developed by the local community) describe the distinctive character of our local villages; they set out design guidelines so local character can be protected and enhanced within new development.
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