Historic buildings which are known to be ‘at risk' through
neglect and decay, or vulnerable to becoming so, are added to a
Buildings At Risk Register. The National Register containing listed
buildings of the higher grades, I and II*, is published annually by
English Heritage. The Suffolk County Register includes the
same buildings plus those of grade II and is published every other
year.
Most of the buildings and structures on the Registers are in poor
to very bad condition, but a few in fair condition are also
included, usually because they have become redundant making their
future uncertain. Inclusion in the Register implies no
criticism of the owners of the buildings concerned, many of whom
are actively seeking ways to secure their buildings’
futures.
Mid Suffolk is working with several owners to tackle the
issues on these buildings, including investigating the available
options for grant aid. Unfortunately there are some
buildings, which have significant problems and for which stronger
measures need to be taken. Under the Planning (Listed
Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990, Councils can take a
variety of steps to ensure such buildings are repaired.
Buildings at risk outside of the Mid Suffolk District may
be found by searching the
English Heritage, or
Suffolk County Council Buildings at
Risk Registers. |
Mid Suffolk's Buildings at Risk:
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