Conservation Areas can be created where a local planning authority identifies an area of special architectural or historic interest, which deserves careful management to protect that character. A listed building is a structure of particular architectural and/or historic interest deserving of special protection. There are various conservation areas in Northamptonshire and many listed buildings both of which require special attention when considering planning applications.
Key areas covered in this course include
• What is a listed building and how it is designated
• What is a conservation area and how it is designated
• How to find conservation areas and listed buildings
• What the relevant planning policies, law and regulations are
• The role of residents, property owners and the local authority in conservation
• What requires planning permission
• How to consider a planning application for a listed building/in a conservation area
• Trees in a conservation area
• What is a Heritage Statement and when it’s needed
👥 Who Should Attend
All clerks and councillors should attend this course to give them the knowledge required.
📅 Course Details
Date: 27 January 2026
Time: 19:00–20:30
Location: Online
💷 Cost
£35 + VAT for Members
£70 + VAT for Non-Members