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Conservation
Archaeology
Tees
Archaeology aims to monitor, protect and conserve
the archaeological heritage of the area and to
maintain and enhance the archaeological record
of the area.
The
main aims of Conservation Archaeology are to protect
and conserve the archaeology of the area. To do
this we:
Maintain
and enhance the Sites
and Monuments Record (SMR). The SMR is an
accurate and up to date record of all the known
archaeological sites in the area.
Provide
advice to planning departments, utility companies,
landowners and other developers to ensure the
protection of archaeological sites.
Provide
advice and expertise to aid in the active conservation
of archaeological sites through management and
repairs.
The
aims of Conservation Archaeology are guided by
the advice given by the Government in a document
titled 'Planning Policy Guidance Note 16: Archaeology
and Planning'. This document, commonly called
PPG 16, was only issued in 1990. Before this there
was no set procedure for protecting archaeological
sites in the face of development.
PPG
16 basically set out the premise that all archaeological
sites are vulnerable to development and are a
material consideration when planning any scheme.
Most importantly it stresses that nationally important
remains must be physically preserved.
The
document also sets out procedures for evaluating
archaeological sites to assess the impact of the
development upon them. It encourages developers
to consult archaeologists at an early stage to
solve any potential conflicts of interest as soon
as possible. Most importantly PPG 16 establishes
a 'polluter pays' principal if archaeological
evaluation or recording is required. This means
that it is the developer’s responsibility
to organise and fund any necessary archaeological
work required because of their development. Most
excavations that have taken place since the early
1990s are the result of the planning process and
PPG 16.
If
you would like to discuss your development, at
any stage of the planning process please do not
hesitate to contact us.
Click
Here for Frequently
asked questions on Conservation Archaeology
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