Buildings of special local interest are those that are recognised for their architectural or historical significance at a local level, but are not listed on the national statutory list. Local authorities can create "local lists" of such buildings, which helps protect their character and ensures planning proposals respect their importance.

 

Stoke-on-Trent 's local list includes around 400 buildings and sites but is not easily accessible. Contact the council's Heritage Officer for advice.

 

Inclusion on the local list may be due to:

• Local Significance:

  Buildings or structures that are not necessarily of national importance, but are significant to the local community and contribute to the character of a place.
• No Statutory Protection:

  Unlike buildings on the national statutory list, local listing provides less legal protection.
• Planning Considerations:

  Local listing helps ensure that planning applications for works on these buildings take their special local interest into account.
• Criteria for Selection:

  Local authorities use criteria such as age, survival, rarity, architectural and historical importance, social and community value, and group and townscape merit to select buildings for local listing.
• Examples:

  Local lists may include buildings, parks, gardens, or archaeological sites.