Technical appendix to the report which examines existing grant-giving towards building conservation in Ireland.
Read moreRead lessThe appendix provides details of respondents answers to survey.
In this document, Colm Murray, Heritage Council Architecture Officer, outlines the findings of a study on curtilage.
Protection of a protected structures extends to the land and structures lying within its curtilage. ‘Curtilage’ is the area of ground directly connected with the functioning or inhabitation of a structure, such as a yard, a basement or a passageway to the structure.
Summary of our policy proposals on how we might manage, plan and conserve Ireland’s landscape into the future.
Read moreRead lessIt is based on the work of the Heritage Council and many of its Irish and European partners in seeking, over a ten-year period, to promote the implementation of the European Landscape Convention (ELC).
This document reflects new ideas regarding how we might manage, plan and conserve Ireland’s landscape into the future.
Read moreRead lessBased on the work of the Heritage Council and many of its Irish and European partners in seeking, over a ten-year period, to promote the implementation of the European Landscape Convention (ELC).
A Barometer Survey prepared by Martha Fanning for the Heritage Council. Market research was required to measure consumer awareness, understanding and interest in biodiversity.
The research approach was an agreed questionnaire, measuring awareness, understanding and impact of its loss in the April No.2 wave of B&A’s 'Barometer' survey. Barometer is a nationally representative survey of the adult population, aged 16+, quota controlled on gender, age, social class and region to correctly reflect the known demographics of the Republic of Ireland. It comprises of 1,000 interviews. The fieldwork took place between 13th - 22nd April, 2010.
A Draft High Nature Value Programme for the Aran Islands based on the Burren Farming and Conservation Programme
Read moreRead lessA Draft High Nature Value Programme for the Aran Islands based on the Burren Farming and Conservation Programme
Magazine of the Heritage Council. Main feature: wrought iron gates-An important element of our architectural heritage.
Read moreRead lessFeatures: wrought iron gates-An important element of our architectural heritage. It's A Small World- the astonishing world of Ireland's invertebrates, In appreciation of painted signs & more.
This Multi-Disciplinary Landscape Character Assessment CPD Training Course
Read moreRead lessThis CPD training course will be of significant value to those whose professional work impinges on the Irish landscape including planners, landscape architects, archaeologists, ecologists, architects, engineers and horticulturists. Individuals might – for example - be working for a local authority or in private practice.
Case Studies: High Nature Value Farming on the Iveragh Peninsula, Co Kerry
Read moreRead lessCase Studies: High Nature Value Farming on the Iveragh Peninsula, Co Kerry
Analysis of questionnaires sent to key stakeholders involved in the management, enhancement and development of small settlements and villages.
Read moreRead lessAnalysis of questionnaires sent to key stakeholders involved in the management, enhancement and development of small settlements and villages.