PPS 6 Addendum Areas of Townscape Character·Page 8·Policy ATC 1
Demolition Control in an Area of Townscape Character
There is a presumption in favour of retaining buildings that make a positive contribution to the character of an Area of Townscape Character. Unlisted buildings will normally only be permitted for demolition if they make no material contribution to the area's distinctive character. Where demolition permission is granted, it will normally be conditional on prior agreement for site redevelopment.
There will be a presumption in favour of retaining any building which makes a positive contribution to the character of an Area of Townscape Character. The Department will normally only permit the demolition of an unlisted building in an Area of Townscape Character where the building makes no material contribution to the distinctive character of the area. Where permission for demolition is granted this will normally be conditional on prior agreement for the redevelopment of the site.
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