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| Frequently Asked Questions | ||
Please follow the links below to find the answers to some frequently asked questions | ||
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| What happens to the information/photographs supplied by the public? | ||
| The photographs and information that you upload are stored on Flickr, within your own personal account. When you join the WarwickshireHER Flickr Project (for further information about how to do this please look at our online guide which will be added to this page shortly) staff at the HER will be notified that you have added an image and will comment on it. Back to the top | ||
| What happens next? | ||
| Once you have added your photographs of Warwickshire’s buildings/landscapes to Flickr and joined our group, the HER will be notified. The HER might ask you some questions to learn more about the subject in the photograph, such as ‘where is it?’ or ‘why do you think this building/landscape is important to your local community’. This is your chance to tell us. Once the HER is aware of the buildings/landscapes that are locally important, and are currently not protected, they can then put these forward to be included on a local list Back to the top | ||
| What do we mean by creating a local list? | ||
| Warwickshire contains many buildings which contribute to its unique identity. Around 6000 of these are nationally listed (i.e. are called Listed Buildings), but many more locally significant examples do not meet the strict national criteria complied by the Government. The local list enables the historical value of these properties to be formally recognised. In addition, landscapes can also be included on a local list. Inclusion of a building/landscape on a local list is recognition of its architectural or historical importance and its value to the local community. A locally listed building will not gain any additional legal protection or access to funding but its status will be considered when making relevant planning decisions. Back to the top | ||
| What can be included on a local list? | ||
| We are looking for buildings, monuments, sites, places or landscapes which currently have no protection in the planning process (i.e. that are not Listed or Scheduled) and are considered important to you and/or your local community. Generally speaking, when deciding whether a building or landscape would be suitable for inclusion on the list we look at the following criteria: You might like to consider, Structures, landscapes, sites and spaces associated with a significant period in an area’s history – for example the remains of industrial or agricultural activities. Key public buildings such as schools, pubs, railway stations, skateboard parks, bridges and so on. · Buildings or sites associated with a major event in the area · A group of buildings and/or open spaces which are typical of a local area and help create the area’s character – such as a cluster of buildings with a particularly interesting design, street plans or the relationship between a group of buildings and an area of open space (i.e shops around a village green). · Buildings linked to figures of local importance (which can include those identified by commemorative plaque schemes) Back to the top | ||
| What cannot be included on a local list? | ||
| The idea of a local list is to highlight the importance of buildings/landscapes in an area that have previously gone unnoticed. So, listed buildings (Grade I, II, II*) and scheduled monuments (e.g. castles) do not need to appear on a local list because they are already nationally protected. Churches also have their own protection (ecclesiastical exemption). A local list is aimed at the treasures in your community, that are important to you, but as yet do not get the recognition they deserve. It is these buildings/landscapes that we wish to protect for future generations Back to the top | ||
| What does 'protected' mean? | ||
| As part of the planning process, buildings/sites/areas/landscapes, which are deemed nationally important, can be given statutory protection through national designation, thereby protecting them for future generations. Different types of heritage asset are protected by different pieces of legislation and forms of protection. Buildings (and structures) are generally listed. Archaeological sites may be scheduled Historic wreck sites may be identified under the Protection of Wrecks Act (1973) Designated landscapes (such as parks and gardens) and battlefields may be registered. Back to the top | ||
| How do I know if a building or landscape is protected or not? | ||
| There are several ways to learn what buildings/landscapes are already protected in your area. Firstly, you can look on the Heritage List for England which is hosted by English Heritage (http://list.english-heritage.org.uk). By searching this website you can discover all the protected buildings/landscapes in your town/village. Alternatively, you can contact the staff at the HER who can help you with your query Back to the top | ||
| What happens if my property is included on a local list? | ||
| It is not necessary to obtain any special permission from the local planning authority before carrying out work to a locally listed building (this is not the case for a Listed Building). The fact that a building appears on a local list does not necessarily mean that it must be preserved intact for all time. The main purpose of listing is to ensure that care will be taken over decisions affecting the future of such buildings. Alterations should respect the particular character and interest of the building, and the case for its preservation should be taken fully into account (by the local planning authority) when considering the merits of redevelopment proposals. Back to the top | ||
| Who is responsible for the local list? | ||
| A local list is created by your local planning authority and usually by the Conservation Officer (although this is not always the case). Any buildings/landscapes that you submit to the HER, as part of this project, will be checked against the criteria (see above) and sent to the relevant planning authority. The final decision about what is included on your local list will be made by that planning authority. Back to the top | ||
| What is the timescale for a local list to be created? | ||
| This can vary depending on your local planning authority. Each authority will be creating their list at different times. However, the HER will be encouraging regular contributions of buildings/landscapes to our Flickr site, to help to initially create the list and subsequently keep it updated. For further information about your particular list we recommend you speak to your local conservation officer.. Back to the top | ||
| How do I find out about the buildings and landscapes I recommend? | ||
| HER staff will be commenting on the photographs you upload to our Flickr group so you can firstly see whether it is likely to meet the criteria. If your recommendation is appropriate it will be send onwards to the local planning authority. If they believe it is suitable, they will then add it to their local list which will be published by your local council in the future. Back to the top | ||
| How do I find my local council/authority? | ||
| There are 5 local authorities within Warwickshire. Warwick District, Stratford on Avon District, Rugby Borough, North Warwickshire Borough and Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough. This information can be found at http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Dl1/Directories/Localcouncils/index.htm Back to the top | ||
| How do I find my local Conservation Officers? | ||
| Your local conservation officer can be found by contacting your local council (see above) Back to the top | ||
| How do I access my local list? | ||
| For further information about your local list please contact the Conservation Officer for your area (see above) Back to the top | ||
| How do I join your Flickr group? | ||
| This is a nice and simple thing to do! Once you have uploaded your photograph to Flickr you select Actions (which is in the top left hand corner of the photograph). From here, select Add to group and then you can choose to add your photograph to our group ‘WarwickshireHER Flickr Project’. Do not forget to include the location of the building/landscape and any other useful information for us. We will then take it from there! For further information please visit our online guide to Flickr Back to the top | ||
| What is the difference between a building being ‘listed’ and being on a ‘local list’? | ||
| When a building is "listed" it is recognised as being of special architectural or historic interest. A listed building may not be demolished, extended or altered without special permission from the local planning authority. A building on a local list does not have the same level of protection as a listed building. It is not necessary to obtain any special permission from the local planning authority before carrying out work to a locally listed building. The fact that a building appears on a local list does not necessarily mean that it must be preserved intact for all time. The main purpose of listing is to ensure that care will be taken over decisions affecting the future of such buildings. Back to the top | ||
| I have information about a building/landscape but do not think it should be added to a local list – what should I do? | ||
| The HER is always interested to learn more about Warwickshire’s heritage and is keen to collect as much information as possible. If you would like to tell us about a building/archaeological site/landscape you can do so on our website Timetrail (www.warwickshire.gov.uk/timetrail). If you look in the bottom right corner you will see there is an option for you to contribute your photographs and information. Just follow the steps on the website. | ||
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