Conservation

Central government expects local planning authorities to play a key role in the protection and management of historic buildings and areas.  Oxford City Council works towards this by: 

• Dealing with applications for listed building consent
• Dealing with applications to carry out works to protected trees and trees in conservation areas
• Providing advice on the repair, maintenance and alteration of historic buildings
• Making grants available to assist in the cost of repairing and renovating historic buildings and structures
• Advising on proposed changes within an historic area, including development proposals
• Advising on matters affecting the archaeology of the city
• Protecting trees that have amenity value
• Giving arboricultural and landscaping advice on development proposals
• Working with external partners to deliver a high quality environment
• Improving knowledge and understanding of the importance and value of the historic environment 

For more information on historic buildings, historic areas, archaeology, trees and on how to make an application please browse the links below:

Page last reviewed 15 May 2008