A Charter for English Heritage Advisory Services

Recording of 18th century barn in Great Hallingbury, Essex prior to conversion Recording of 18th century barn in Great Hallingbury, Essex prior to conversion
Building analysis at the P&O site, King’s Cross Building analysis at the P&O site, King’s Cross

The Purpose of the Charter

English Heritage wants to improve the quality and delivery of its services to those who are involved in changing or influencing change to the historic environment. This charter explains our engagement, in partnership with others, in the modernised planning system. The Charter is currently being revised for publication later this year.

Aimed at owners of historic sites, local planning authorities and the development industry, the charter covers both the statutory advice we give and our response to requests for preliminary opinion and advice. It also covers advice on policy and management issues such as conservation plans.

What's New

  • Tuesday 3 February 2009 - LGA/English Heritage Conference - Local Government House, London SW1. How can we make the most of the forthcoming heritage protection reforms, - although the Heritage Protection Bill was not included in the Queen’s Speech, a raft of changes which do not require legislative change are currently underway – new planning policy statements, and related guidance?
  • English Heritage, which launched the Save our Streets campaign in 2004, has now published the best “how to” examples from around the country in ten Streets for All: Practical Case Studies. These showcase examples of councils who have taken the initiative to deal with a particular aspect of street clutter.