Landscape and Seascape Character Assessment Guidance

Landscape and Seascape Character Assessment Guidance provides a structured approach to evaluating the special qualities and distinctiveness of a location’s natural and built environment. It helps identify what makes each landscape or seascape unique, including features like landforms, vegetation, history, and cultural significance. This assessment informs planning and development decisions, ensuring changes are sensitive to local character. By understanding these qualities, planners can protect, manage, or enhance areas to maintain their aesthetic, cultural, and ecological value, supporting sustainable development and conservation efforts.