How the policies of Historic Scotland towards the private or commercial use of historic buildings contribute to the sustainability of those…

Answered Asked by Margaret Jamieson Lab Lodged 12 Sep 2002

The question

To ask the Scottish Executive how the policies of Historic Scotland towards the private or commercial use of historic buildings contribute to the sustainability of those buildings.

The answer

Answered by Elaine Murray on 26 Sep 2002 · 14 days after it was lodged, on time

Scottish Executive policy on historic buildings is set out in the Memorandum of Guidance on Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas. Our policy recognises the importance of finding new uses for redundant buildings and also encourages private owners to undertake basic maintenance of their historic properties. Historic Scotland implements Executive policy by means of providing guidance, advice and financial assistance to the owners of historic buildings.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-29217 by reference.