The City Council is required by law to identify areas which have 'special architectural or historic interest' which makes them worth protecting and improving.
Such areas are called Conservation Areas and they are drawn up by the City Council with the help of local people. Cambridge has ten at present, and new areas may be added in the future.
What makes a Conservation Area special may be a mixture of the buildings, spaces, trees and many other features.
Where Conservation Area Appraisals have been written, they are available to download or purchase here
The Historic Core Appraisal of the Central Conservation Area can be accessed here
Disclaimer
The City Council does not accept any responsibility for any loss or damage arising from information contained within this web page which is subsequently found to be inaccurate or out of date. If there are any queries relating to the accuracy of this information, you are advised to carry out your own search of the council's records. Maps showing details of Conservation Areas are available to view at Environment and Planning Reception, The Guildhall.