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Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990

Conservation area newspaper notices

Conservation area designation, variation, and cancellation notices must be published in a local newspaper. Enter your postcode to see your matched newspaper and price.

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The legal requirement

Under section 69 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990, every local planning authority must from time to time determine which parts of their area are of special architectural or historic interest, the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance.

When designating, varying, or cancelling a conservation area, the authority must give notice by publishing a notice in at least one newspaper circulating in the area. This ensures the local community is informed of changes that may affect the character of their area.

The designation of a conservation area brings additional planning controls, including the requirement for consent before demolishing buildings and strengthened controls over trees.

Key points

  • Required for designation, variation, and cancellation of conservation areas
  • Must be published in at least one local newspaper circulating in the area
  • Secretary of State and Historic England must also be notified
  • Publication certificate provides evidence of compliance

What you receive

Everything you need to demonstrate compliance, delivered to your portal.

Proof PDF

A typeset proof of your notice for approval before publication.

Publication certificate

Confirming publication date, newspaper name, and notice content.

VAT invoice

Available in your portal immediately after payment.

Pricing

Price depends on notice size and your local newspaper's rate. Enter your postcode for an estimate.

All orders include a £35 platform fee

Notice preparation and formatting
Newspaper placement in the correct area
Proof approval before publication
Publication certificate PDF
VAT invoice in your portal
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