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Conservation Areas
There are 119 Conservation Areas in the Shropshire Council Area.
What is a Conservation Area?
Conservation Areas are defined by section 69 of the Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Act 1990 as:
''...areas of special architectural or historic interest the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance."
This is a strictly applied definition and should not be confused with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty or other designated areas.
Conservation Areas are designated by the Council, usually after public consultation, although this is not a legal requirement.
How are Conservation Areas chosen for Designation?
Conservation Areas vary, ranging from historic town centres to industrial and rural villages. They are designated usually because of their buildings, but they can also be designated because of their history, architecture, layout or private spaces, such as gardens, parks and greens, trees or street furniture.
Conservation Areas give broader protection than listing individual buildings, and all features within the area, Listed or otherwise, are recognised as part of its character.
