Purpose

This knowledge builder considers the role of the planning system and associated policy and practice in addressing the need for the protection and enhancement of historic gardens and parks.

Benefits

The planning system involves aims and procedures for the protection and enhancement of areas of special historic importance, as well as areas that confer particular amenity value. Historic gardens and parks are clearly important in this respect and play a significant part in the quality of life within many towns and cities. Many parks have significant landscape as well as historic value.

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Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

Key terms, context, relevance to planning and an extensive list of associated web references are all a part of this helpful overview of historic gardens and parks. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

8 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)