The impact of development on historical buildings should be thoroughly assessed before planning applications are determined.

The past and present relationship between a building and its surroundings is considered during this assessment, which involves a combination of research and recording

Investigation within PPG 15/16 guidelines
Development of a recording or preservation strategy
Photographs and detailed drawings of the building or structure.
Desk based research
 
The relationship between a building and its surroundings is considered.
Investigation of a 'walled garden'.