The City strives to improve the built environment. It works with
architects and developers to ensure a high standard in the design
of buildings and spaces, carries out improvements to the street
scene and preserves the historic environment.
Polices for design are included in our
Local Development Framework and
Unitary Development Plan
Environmental enhancement
The City promotes environmental enhancement schemes and public
realm improvement projects. It operates the Street Scene Challenge
to promote public/private partnership schemes to achieve these
projects. View more information on
environmental enhancement.
Historic environment
The City has a unique historic heritage which the City
Corporation seeks to preserve and enhance. For more
information visit our
listed buildings, conservation areas and
archaeology page.
Protected views
Certain views of St Paul’s Cathedral, the Monument and
the City's skyline are protected.
View more information on protected views
Trees
Trees contribute to the City’s townscape and
many are protected. The location of protected trees can be
viewed on the
interactive
City maps.
Designing out crime
The City Police offer the services of a
Crime Prevention Design Advisor
Sustainable Design
Protecting our environment and ensuring that buildings, street
and spaces are designed to the highest possible standards is a key
priority for the City.
View more information on Sustainable Design.
More information
See
Planning Guidance and Advice for developers and
architects.