Review of Historical Areas of Attractive Landscape (AAL) - AWARD

The scope of the study will be a review of the Areas of Attractive Landscapes (AAL) in light of the valued landscape characteristics highlighted in the Landscape Character Types (LCTs) of the Landscape Character Assessment (LCA) (2022). This will form part of the evidence base that will allow us to consider designating the refreshed AALs in the New City Plan. The study will assist in the decision-making process when reviewing planning applications and appeal cases.

The purpose of the study is to articulate valued aspects of landscape within the defined study area and develop a knowledge and understanding about the area's natural beauty, special qualities, landscape and cultural features within it which contribute to valued landscapes