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Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal Contents Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal Contents 1.0 Introduction Definition of a conservation area What does conservation area status mean? Purpose of a Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) Appraisal structure 2.0 General description Location Geography and geology Description of town Statutory designations 3.0 Historical development Early history Development of the castle The early settlement A growing town: the 18th century The weaving town: the 19th century Modern Strathaven: the 20th century onwards 4.0 Townscape appraisal Topography Gateways Street pattern Plot pattern Open space Circulation/permeability Views and landmarks Activities and uses Architectural character Public realm Building materials Condition Townscape detail Landscape and trees Public art and lighting Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) 2017 Contents 5.0 Character assessment Listed buildings Unlisted buildings Scheduled monuments Character zones Gap sites Archaeological resources Assessment of significance Key features Key challenges 6.0 Summary recommendations Conservation area boundary Development Gap sites Shopfronts and signage Maintenance Information and advice Public realm Article 4 Direction Enforcement South Lanarkshire Local Development Plan Supplementary guidance 7.0 Further Information Bibliography Legislation and statutory instruments Policy Conservation advice Photographs: Peter Drummond Architects Ltd. and South Lanarkshire Council Map Data: Reproduced by permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of HMSO. Crown copyright and database right 2014. All rights reserved. Ordnance Survey Licence number (100020730 2008) Copyright: Peter Drummond Architects Ltd. unless specifically stated otherwise. The content of this document may be reproduced in all or part subject to identification of the author and copyright holder, with the exception of Ordnance Survey material which will be subject to a separate licence. Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) 2017 Figure 1-1: Strathaven, Boo Backit Bridge, Bridge and Waterside Streets, July 2014 (Peter Drummond Architects) 1.0 Introduction 1.1 In recognition of the quality of the historic 1.2 Strathaven Conservation Area is located townscape and, as part of a series of initiatives within the heart of Strathaven and was supporting an application for funding under established in June 1976. It was created a Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme because Strathaven was considered a good (CARS), the Rural Development Trust in example of a small Burgh with a medieval partnership with South Lanarkshire Council, street pattern, and one that had a rich and Avondale Civic Society, Strathaven Community interesting history. The town grew up in the Council, Strathaven Business Association vicinity of Strathaven (also known as Avondale) and Rotary Club of Strathaven (Strathaven Castle from the 12th century onwards and Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme secured Burgh of Barony status in 1450. Partnership) appointed Peter Drummond This enabled it to host weekly markets and Architects to carry out a Conservation Appraisal allowed tradesmen to establish themselves (CAA) of Strathaven assessing the condition and within the town. In the 18th and 19th centuries character of the current conservation area. This Strathaven’s growth was based around work was carried out in 2014. handloom weaving but from the 1870s onwards a number of mills were established in the town. Strathaven’s history is also connected to the Covenanters with a major battle against government troops being fought at Drumclog, a few miles to the west of the town. Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) 2017 1.3 Strathaven Conservation Area is centred boundary then extends in a northern peninsula on the area around the Common Green. Its that takes in Barn Street and Glasgow Road southern boundary is defined by the former before branching at right angles to take in railway line before heading north-west along the properties along Commercial Road. The Todshill Street where it steps around the boundary then heads south to the rear of the back of the gardens of 24 Todshill, where it properties on the east side of Waterside Street then heads along the back of the properties before crossing Castle Street to the south of to the south of Kirk Street. It then turns to the Telephone Exchange to take in Strathaven the north before heading back into the town (or Avondale) Castle and the Town Mill. along the back of the properties addressing Townhead Street and Green Street. The Figure 1-2: Strathaven Conservation Area. Baseline mapping data reproduced by permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of HMSO. Crown copyright and database right 2014. All rights reserved. Ordnance Survey Licence number (100020730 2008). Definition of a conservation area 1.4 Conservation areas were introduced by the of special architectural or historical interest, the Civic Amenities Act 1967. The Planning (Listed character or appearance of which it is desirable Buildings and Conservation Areas) (Scotland) to preserve or enhance.” Planning authorities Act 1997 sets out the current legislative are required to periodically determine which framework for the designation of conservation parts of their district merit designation as a areas, defining conservation areas “as an area conservation area. Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) 2017 1.5 South Lanarkshire Council currently has 1.9 To determine whether planning permission 30 conservation areas which range in character is required, the Town and Country Planning from village to urban. These protect such (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) important townscapes as the World Heritage Order 1992, as amended by the Town Site at New Lanark, and the historic hearts and Country Planning (General Permitted of Hamilton, Rutherglen and East Kilbride. Development) (Scotland) Amendment Order Each is distinct, reflecting the history and 2011 and the Town and Country Planning development of that area as well as defining its (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) character. Amendment Order 2014 or Government Circular 1/2012 on Permitted Development should be considered. However clarification What does conservation area can be provided at: status mean? Planning and Economic Development Services 1.6 Designation of a conservation area does Montrose House not mean development is prohibited. However, 154 Montrose Crescent when considering development within a Hamilton conservation area, special attention must be ML3 6LB paid to its character and appearance. The Phone: 0303 123 1015 aim should be to preserve the spatial and Email: [email protected] structural patterns of the historic fabric and the architectural features that make it significant. Preservation and re-use should always be 1.10 Local residents and property owners considered as the first option. Interventions have a major role to play in protecting and need to be compatible with the historic enhancing the character and appearance of context, not overwhelming or imposing. the Strathaven Conservation Area by ensuring that properties are regularly maintained and 1.7 Where a development would, in the original features retained. opinion of the planning authority, affect the character or appearance of a conservation area, the application for planning permission will be advertised in the local press providing an opportunity for public comment. 1.8 Within conservation areas planning permission is required for many types of development. As a consequence of being within a conservation area the following works are brought under planning control: • Demolition of buildings • Removal of, or work to, trees • Development involving house extensions, roof alterations, windows, stone cleaning or painting of the exterior, satellite dishes, provision of hard surfaces, the erection or alteration of gates, fences and wall, and; • Additional control over ancillary buildings (such as sheds/garages) and raised decking/platforms. Strathaven Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) 2017 Purpose of a Conservation Area Appraisal (CAA) 1.11 A conservation area appraisal is seen 1.15 Whilst a conservation area appraisal will as an ideal way of analysing the key elements help supplement the local development plan that contribute to the special historic and for the area, it is also a material consideration architectural merit of the study area. It is a when considering planning applications for useful tool that can identify and promote new development. In that case it may be development opportunities that enhance necessary for planning applications to be the conservation area while protecting its accompanied by a supporting statement that character from inappropriate development. demonstrates how the proposal has taken account of the character of the area. 1.12 It is necessary therefore for planning authorities, residents and property owners to 1.16 It is recognised that the successful be aware of the key features which together management of conservation areas can only create the area’s special character and be achieved with the support and input from appearance. stakeholders, and in particular local residents and property owners. 1.13 Primarily this conservation area appraisal will define and evaluate the character and appearance of Strathaven’s Conservation Area, as well as identify its important characteristics and ensure that there is a full understanding of what is worthy of preservation. 1.14 The area’s special features and changing needs will be assessed through a comprehensive process set
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