PPS 6 Planning Archaeology and the Built Heritage·Page 29·Policy BH 10
Policy BH 10: Presumption for retention of listed buildings
There is a strong presumption against demolishing listed buildings. Demolition will only be permitted in exceptional circumstances where the building cannot be retained in its original or reasonably modified form, and must normally be conditional on prior agreement for redevelopment and recording of the building.
There will be a presumption in favour of retaining listed buildings. The Department will not permit the demolition of a listed building unless there are exceptional reasons why the building cannot be retained in its original or a reasonably modified form. Where, exceptionally, listed building consent is granted for demolition this will normally be conditional on prior agreement for the redevelopment of the site and appropriate arrangements for recording the building before its demolition.
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