Conservation areas

Within a conservation area a number of works will require planning permission. These include:

• the demolition of buildings 
• the demolition of any gate, fence, wall or other means of enclosure in certain circumstances
• the addition of external rendering or cladding 
• certain side extensions
• rear extensions that are more than single storey

These controls are not intended to stifle development. They are there to ensure that development and change is managed in a sensitive manner that respects the character of the area.

For more information go to conservation areas – Planning Portal.

Demolition within a conservation area

A building in a conservation area must not be demolished without the consent of the local planning authority. It’s a criminal offence to fail to obtain consent in the form of planning permission, but this is only required for certain types of demolition.

Contact us for further advice on the need for planning permission for relevant demolition in a conservation area. You’ll find the application form for consent for relevant demolition on the Planning Portal.

Trees works within a conservation area

Trees within a conservation area are protected. Find out more about trees in conservation areas.

Article 4 directions and the removal of permitted development rights

In certain cases, permitted development rights might be restricted through an Article 4 direction. 

There are a number or properties within Newark which have had their permitted development rights restricted by Article 4 directions. These include a number of 18th and 19th century properties on Balderton Gate, King Street, Parliament Street and Victoria Street.

Search Article 4 directions on our planning heritage map

As part of our conservation area appraisal review process, Article 4 directions within existing areas will be reassessed.  New Article 4 directions may also be considered, particularly to tackle at risk areas.

Shopfronts in conservation areas

Read our documents listed below if you are making improvements to shopfronts in a conservation area, or painting a shopfront in Southwell.