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Conservation Area Advice

A Conservation Area is defined as 'an area of special architectural or historic interest the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance'.

There are 53 Conservation Areas within Hambleton District (48 outside the National Park). Click here to see whether your property falls within the boundary of a Conservation Area.

Buildings

There are additional planning requirements for buildings within a Conservation Area. Please check with the Development Management Section as to whether your proposed works require Planning Permission or Conservation Area Consent.

Demolition

In a Conservation Area, Conservation Area Consent is required to demolish a building which exceeds 115 cubic metres. Please note that the demolition of an unlisted building in a Conservation Area, without the consent of the Local Planning Authority is a criminal offence.

Boundary Walls

Conservation Area Consent is also required for the taking down of any wall, gate or fence which is at least 1 metre high where abutting a highway, or at least 2 metres high elsewhere.

Trees

Works to trees within Conservation Areas requires prior permission from the Local Authority. If you are considering carrying out works to a tree within a Conservation Area you must complete a 'Conservation Area Tree' notification form. Following submission of this notification the Council will consider whether or not these works would be appropriate and inform you accordingly. The aim of the notification process is to prevent damage or loss to trees providing a significant contribution to the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.

Further Advice

Further advice on development within Conservation Areas can be obtained from the Development Management Section or the Planning Policy & Conservation Officer on 0845 1211 555 or email planning.policy@hambleton.gov.uk .