Register of locally important buildings and structures

We have selection criteria and a scoring system which buildings or structures must meet to be included on the local register. A score of 7 marks out of 10 will allow the building to be added to the register. These criteria are:

Authenticity

• Whether the building is substantially unaltered/does it retain original features?

• Has it a purity of form?

• Has its character remained?

(Up to 2 marks)

Architectural interest

• Is the building typical in style, or of a certain architectural period?

• Does it have good quality architecture/craftsmanship?

(Up to 2 marks)

Historic interest

• Has the building any association with the community or village?

• Has it got an important social significance?

• Does it lie in a conservation area?

(Up to 2 marks)

Visual importance

• Is the building visually prominent or are these significant views of the building?

• Does it have group value with other buildings?

(Up to 2 marks)

Community value

• Has the building been nominated by community groups, parish councils or schools?

(2 marks)