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	* English Heritage		* English Heritage
−	* Historic England	+	* Historic England.
		+	* Ley lines.
	* Listed buildings		* Listed buildings
	* National Planning Policy Framework		* National Planning Policy Framework
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	* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]		* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]

−	[[Category:~~Conservation~~]] [[Category:~~DCN_Definition~~]] [[Category:~~DCN_Guidance~~]] [[Category:~~DCN_Person~~]] [[Category:~~People~~]] [[Category:~~Roles_/_services~~]]	+	[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:DCN_Person]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]] [[Category:Conservation]] [[Category:People]]

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	* Archiving documentation, research material, and so on.		* Archiving documentation, research material, and so on.

−	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered to be ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the ~~PRovision~~ and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.	+	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered to be ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.

−	~~= Find out more =~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
−		+
−	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===	+

	* Anastylosis.		* Anastylosis.
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	* Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings		* Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings

−	External references	+	= External references =

	* [https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]		* [https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]
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	* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]		* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]

−	[[Category:Conservation]] [[Category:People]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]	+	[[Category:Conservation]] [[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:DCN_Person]] [[Category:People]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]

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	* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]		* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]

−	[[Category:Conservation]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]	+	[[Category:Conservation]] [[Category:People]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]

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		+	* Anastylosis.
	* Archaeological officer		* Archaeological officer
	* Conservation area		* Conservation area

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

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	The typical role of an archaeologist may include:		The typical role of an archaeologist may include:
−	*Archaeological surveys.	+
−	*Understanding geographical – both physical and human – considerations.	+	* Archaeological surveys.
−	*Report writing and publication of findings.	+	* Understanding geographical – both physical and human – considerations.
−	*Provision of management considerations to relevant authorities.	+	* Report writing and publication of findings.
−	*Public consultation and community liaison.	+	* Provision of management considerations to relevant authorities.
−	*Facilitating the preservation of heritage sites.	+	* Public consultation and community liaison.
−	*Working with a broad range of other specialists from other subject areas, such as; history, geography, biology, chemistry, sociology, and so on.	+	* Facilitating the preservation of heritage sites.
−	*Research in order to understand historical contexts, accurately assess sites of heritage significance, and advise developers and other stakeholders.	+	* Working with a broad range of other specialists from other subject areas, such as; history, geography, biology, chemistry, sociology, and so on.
		+	* Research in order to understand historical contexts, accurately assess sites of heritage significance, and advise developers and other stakeholders.

	= Planning and development =		= Planning and development =

−	Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly evolving. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work. UK legislation, planning policy, European legislation and guidance from government and non-governmental organisations, provide the framework for the historic environment.	+	Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly evolving. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work. UK legislation, planning policy, European legislation and guidance from government and non-governmental organisations, provide the framework for the historic environment.

	Protection of archaeological remains, including historic buildings, has been a part of the British planning systems since the early 1990s and is now addressed by Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). All designers of refurbishment or extension projects affecting 'historic' buildings, and all designers of new buildings within areas that the local planning authority (LPA) believes to be archaeologically sensitive, should be aware of the requirements of the NPPF and the preceding planning guidance statutory instruments it is based on - in particular; PPG16 (1990), PPG14 (1994) and PPS5 (2010).		Protection of archaeological remains, including historic buildings, has been a part of the British planning systems since the early 1990s and is now addressed by Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). All designers of refurbishment or extension projects affecting 'historic' buildings, and all designers of new buildings within areas that the local planning authority (LPA) believes to be archaeologically sensitive, should be aware of the requirements of the NPPF and the preceding planning guidance statutory instruments it is based on - in particular; PPG16 (1990), PPG14 (1994) and PPS5 (2010).
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	Archaeologists must be familiar with the spatial planning processes and the steps necessary to manage change in the historic environment. These steps may include:		Archaeologists must be familiar with the spatial planning processes and the steps necessary to manage change in the historic environment. These steps may include:
−	*Communication with planning authorities and agencies.
−	*Desk-based resource assessment.
−	*Field investigations.
−	*Reporting to the local authority on the results of investigations.
−	*Seeking planning permission.
−	*In the case of significant remains, recording or conserving them in advance of, or during, development.
−	*Analysis and interpretation of the results, with publication of findings.
−	*Community or public engagement.
−	*Archiving documentation, research material, and so on.

−	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered to be ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the PRovision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.	+	* Communication with planning authorities and agencies.
		+	* Desk-based resource assessment.
		+	* Field investigations.
		+	* Reporting to the local authority on the results of investigations.
		+	* Seeking planning permission.
		+	* In the case of significant remains, recording or conserving them in advance of, or during, development.
		+	* Analysis and interpretation of the results, with publication of findings.
		+	* Community or public engagement.
		+	* Archiving documentation, research material, and so on.
		+
		+	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered to be ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the PRovision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =

	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===		=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
−	*Archaeological officer
−	*Conservation area
−	*Designated areas
−	*English Heritage
−	*Historic England
−	*Listed buildings
−	*National Planning Policy Framework
−	*Planning permission
−	*Scheduled monuments
−	*Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings

−	~~'''~~External references~~'''~~	+	* Archaeological officer
−	*[https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]	+	* Conservation area
−	*[http://www.archaeologists.net/ CIfA]	+	* Designated areas
−	*[http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles Council for British Archaeology]<br/>	+	* English Heritage
−	*[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]	+	* Historic England
		+	* Listed buildings
		+	* National Planning Policy Framework
		+	* Planning permission
		+	* Scheduled monuments
		+	* Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
		+
		+	External references
		+
		+	* [https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]
		+	* [http://www.archaeologists.net/ CIfA]
		+	* [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]

	[[Category:Roles_/_services]]		[[Category:Roles_/_services]]

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	Archaeologists are specialists who study and work in the field of past human activity. This is done primarily through the recovery and analysis of material and environmental features, such as artifacts, architecture and cultural landscapes. The main aim of archaeologists is to facilitate long-term conservation and enhance understanding of historic environments.		Archaeologists are specialists who study and work in the field of past human activity. This is done primarily through the recovery and analysis of material and environmental features, such as artifacts, architecture and cultural landscapes. The main aim of archaeologists is to facilitate long-term conservation and enhance understanding of historic environments.

−	Archaeological consultants often work for engineering companies, providing services such as environmental impact assessments, impact mitigation and design services. Construction developers may seek their advice on how to proceed with issues relating to the archaeological and heritage ~~aspect~~ of a project. Local authorities, national agencies or the private sector may engage them for specialist research purposes.	+	Archaeological consultants often work for engineering companies, providing services such as environmental impact assessments, impact mitigation and design services. Construction developers may seek their advice on how to proceed with issues relating to the archaeological and heritage aspects of a project. Local authorities, national agencies or the private sector may engage them for specialist research purposes.
−		+
−	Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly developing. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work being done. In the UK, the legislation and planning guidance, together with European legislation and guidance from international non-governmental organisations, provides the framework for the historic environment.	+

	= Training =		= Training =

−	The practice of archaeology is not regulated by Government. The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), as the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, regulates the ~~profession~~ and promotes ~~high~~ professional standards.	+	The practice of archaeology is not regulated by Government. The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), is the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, and it regulates the members and promotes professional standards.

−	Becoming an archaeologist usually requires a university degree, and it is increasingly common to study for a post-graduate degree. There are ~~various kinds~~ of postgraduate ~~degree~~ in archaeology~~. Some~~ offer courses of study (taught courses), while others are based largely on independent research.	+	Becoming an archaeologist usually requires a university degree, and it is increasingly common to study for a post-graduate degree. There are a wide range of postgraduate degrees in archaeology; some offer courses of study (taught courses), while others are based largely on independent research.

−	Unlike other professions such as surveying or architecture, there are no formal steps to chartered status for archaeologists. However, the CIfA has announced its intention to begin consulting its members and the sector on the desirability of conferring chartered status on ~~individual~~ members.	+	Unlike other professions such as surveying or architecture, there are no formal steps to chartered status for archaeologists. However, the CIfA has announced its intention to begin consulting its members and the sector on the desirability of conferring chartered status on suitabl;y qualified members.

	= The role of the archaeologist =		= The role of the archaeologist =
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	= Planning and development =		= Planning and development =
		+
		+	Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly evolving. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work. UK legislation, planning policy, European legislation and guidance from government and non-governmental organisations, provide the framework for the historic environment.

	Protection of archaeological remains, including historic buildings, has been a part of the British planning systems since the early 1990s and is now addressed by Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). All designers of refurbishment or extension projects affecting 'historic' buildings, and all designers of new buildings within areas that the local planning authority (LPA) believes to be archaeologically sensitive, should be aware of the requirements of the NPPF and the preceding planning guidance statutory instruments it is based on - in particular; PPG16 (1990), PPG14 (1994) and PPS5 (2010).		Protection of archaeological remains, including historic buildings, has been a part of the British planning systems since the early 1990s and is now addressed by Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). All designers of refurbishment or extension projects affecting 'historic' buildings, and all designers of new buildings within areas that the local planning authority (LPA) believes to be archaeologically sensitive, should be aware of the requirements of the NPPF and the preceding planning guidance statutory instruments it is based on - in particular; PPG16 (1990), PPG14 (1994) and PPS5 (2010).
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	Archaeologists must be familiar with the spatial planning processes and the steps necessary to manage change in the historic environment. These steps may include:		Archaeologists must be familiar with the spatial planning processes and the steps necessary to manage change in the historic environment. These steps may include:
−	*Communication with ~~a local or national authority~~.	+	*Communication with planning authorities and agencies.
	*Desk-based resource assessment.		*Desk-based resource assessment.
	*Field investigations.		*Field investigations.
	*Reporting to the local authority on the results of investigations.		*Reporting to the local authority on the results of investigations.
−	*~~Determination of~~ planning permission ~~by the local authority~~.	+	*Seeking planning permission.
−	*In the case of significant remains ~~being present~~, recording or ~~conservation work~~ in advance of, or during, development.	+	*In the case of significant remains, recording or conserving them in advance of, or during, development.
	*Analysis and interpretation of the results, with publication of findings.		*Analysis and interpretation of the results, with publication of findings.
−	*Community or public engagement ~~if necessary~~.	+	*Community or public engagement.
−	*Archiving of documentation, research material, and so on.	+	*Archiving documentation, research material, and so on.

−	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered as ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by ~~alternate~~ legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and ~~use~~ of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.	+	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered to be ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the PRovision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.

	= Find out more =		= Find out more =
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	*[https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]		*[https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]
	*[http://www.archaeologists.net/ CIfA]		*[http://www.archaeologists.net/ CIfA]
−	*[http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles Council for British Archaeology] <br/>	+	*[http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles Council for British Archaeology]<br/>
	*[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]		*[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]

	[[Category:Roles_/_services]]		[[Category:Roles_/_services]]

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	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===		=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
−		+	*Archaeological officer
−	§ Archaeological officer	+	*Conservation area
−		+	*Designated areas
−	§ Conservation area	+	*English Heritage
−		+	*Historic England
−	§ Designated areas	+	*Listed buildings
−		+	*National Planning Policy Framework
−	§ English Heritage	+	*Planning permission
−		+	*Scheduled monuments
−	§ Historic England	+	*Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
−		+
−	§ Listed buildings	+
−		+
−	§ National Planning Policy Framework	+
−		+
−	§ Planning permission	+
−		+
−	§ Scheduled monuments	+
−		+
−	§ Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings	+

	'''External references'''		'''External references'''
−	*~~Historic England~~ [https://historicengland.org.uk~~/ https://historicengland.org.uk~~]	+	*[https://historicengland.org.uk Historic England]
−	*~~CIfA~~ [http://www.archaeologists.net/ ~~http://www.archaeologists.net/~~]	+	*[http://www.archaeologists.net/ CIfA]
−	*~~Council for British Archaeology~~ [http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles ~~http:~~/~~/www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles]National Planning Policy Framework~~ [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 ~~https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2~~]	+	*[http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles Council for British Archaeology] <br/>
		+	*[https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 National Planning Policy Framework]

	[[Category:Roles_/_services]]		[[Category:Roles_/_services]]

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =
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	Archaeologists are specialists who study and work in the field of past human activity. This is done primarily through the recovery and analysis of material and environmental features, such as artifacts, architecture and cultural landscapes. The main aim of archaeologists is to facilitate long-term conservation and enhance understanding of historic environments.		Archaeologists are specialists who study and work in the field of past human activity. This is done primarily through the recovery and analysis of material and environmental features, such as artifacts, architecture and cultural landscapes. The main aim of archaeologists is to facilitate long-term conservation and enhance understanding of historic environments.

−	Archaeological consultants often work for engineering companies, providing services such as environmental impact assessments, impact mitigation and design services. Construction developers may seek their advice on how to proceed with issues relating to the archaeological and heritage aspect of a project. Local authorities, national agencies or the private sector may engage them for specialist research purposes.	+	Archaeological consultants often work for engineering companies, providing services such as environmental impact assessments, impact mitigation and design services. Construction developers may seek their advice on how to proceed with issues relating to the archaeological and heritage aspect of a project. Local authorities, national agencies or the private sector may engage them for specialist research purposes.

	Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly developing. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work being done. In the UK, the legislation and planning guidance, together with European legislation and guidance from international non-governmental organisations, provides the framework for the historic environment.		Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly developing. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work being done. In the UK, the legislation and planning guidance, together with European legislation and guidance from international non-governmental organisations, provides the framework for the historic environment.
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	*Facilitating the preservation of heritage sites.		*Facilitating the preservation of heritage sites.
	*Working with a broad range of other specialists from other subject areas, such as; history, geography, biology, chemistry, sociology, and so on.		*Working with a broad range of other specialists from other subject areas, such as; history, geography, biology, chemistry, sociology, and so on.
−	*Research in order to understand historical contexts, accurately assess sites of heritage significance, and advise developers and other stakeholders.	+	*Research in order to understand historical contexts, accurately assess sites of heritage significance, and advise developers and other stakeholders.
		+
	= Planning and development =		= Planning and development =

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	*Community or public engagement if necessary.		*Community or public engagement if necessary.
	*Archiving of documentation, research material, and so on.		*Archiving of documentation, research material, and so on.
		+
	Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered as ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by alternate legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.		Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered as ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by alternate legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.

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	*CIfA [http://www.archaeologists.net/ http://www.archaeologists.net/]		*CIfA [http://www.archaeologists.net/ http://www.archaeologists.net/]
	*Council for British Archaeology [http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles]National Planning Policy Framework [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2]		*Council for British Archaeology [http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles]National Planning Policy Framework [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2]
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= Introduction =

Archaeologists are specialists who study and work in the field of past human activity. This is done primarily through the recovery and analysis of material and environmental features, such as artifacts, architecture and cultural landscapes. The main aim of archaeologists is to facilitate long-term conservation and enhance understanding of historic environments.

Archaeological consultants often work for engineering companies, providing services such as environmental impact assessments, impact mitigation and design services. Construction developers may seek their advice on how to proceed with issues relating to the archaeological and heritage aspect of a project. Local authorities, national agencies or the private sector may engage them for specialist research purposes.

Legislation and policy relating to archaeology and the built environment is constantly developing. Archaeological consultants are often sought by clients to understand the legal context for the archaeological work being done. In the UK, the legislation and planning guidance, together with European legislation and guidance from international non-governmental organisations, provides the framework for the historic environment.

= Training =

The practice of archaeology is not regulated by Government. The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), as the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, regulates the profession and promotes high professional standards.

Becoming an archaeologist usually requires a university degree, and it is increasingly common to study for a post-graduate degree. There are various kinds of postgraduate degree in archaeology. Some offer courses of study (taught courses), while others are based largely on independent research.

Unlike other professions such as surveying or architecture, there are no formal steps to chartered status for archaeologists. However, the CIfA has announced its intention to begin consulting its members and the sector on the desirability of conferring chartered status on individual members.

= The role of the archaeologist =

The typical role of an archaeologist may include:
*Archaeological surveys.
*Understanding geographical – both physical and human – considerations.
*Report writing and publication of findings.
*Provision of management considerations to relevant authorities.
*Public consultation and community liaison.
*Facilitating the preservation of heritage sites.
*Working with a broad range of other specialists from other subject areas, such as; history, geography, biology, chemistry, sociology, and so on.
*Research in order to understand historical contexts, accurately assess sites of heritage significance, and advise developers and other stakeholders.
= Planning and development =

Protection of archaeological remains, including historic buildings, has been a part of the British planning systems since the early 1990s and is now addressed by Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). All designers of refurbishment or extension projects affecting 'historic' buildings, and all designers of new buildings within areas that the local planning authority (LPA) believes to be archaeologically sensitive, should be aware of the requirements of the NPPF and the preceding planning guidance statutory instruments it is based on - in particular; PPG16 (1990), PPG14 (1994) and PPS5 (2010).

The NPPF makes clear that '...there will be archaeological interest in a heritage asset if it holds, or potentially may hold, evidence of past human activity worthy of expert investigation at some point. Heritage assets with archaeological interest are the primary source of evidence about the substance and evolution of places, and of the people and cultures that made them.'

Archaeologists must be familiar with the spatial planning processes and the steps necessary to manage change in the historic environment. These steps may include:
*Communication with a local or national authority.
*Desk-based resource assessment.
*Field investigations.
*Reporting to the local authority on the results of investigations.
*Determination of planning permission by the local authority.
*In the case of significant remains being present, recording or conservation work in advance of, or during, development.
*Analysis and interpretation of the results, with publication of findings.
*Community or public engagement if necessary.
*Archiving of documentation, research material, and so on.
Under the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015, archaeology is no longer considered as ‘construction work’, despite much of the pre-construction work being of a similar nature. However, archaeological works are covered by alternate legislation such as The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998, and so on.

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

§ Archaeological officer

§ Conservation area

§ Designated areas

§ English Heritage

§ Historic England

§ Listed buildings

§ National Planning Policy Framework

§ Planning permission

§ Scheduled monuments

§ Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings

'''External references'''
*Historic England [https://historicengland.org.uk/ https://historicengland.org.uk]
*CIfA [http://www.archaeologists.net/ http://www.archaeologists.net/]
*Council for British Archaeology [http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles http://www.archaeologyuk.org/getinvolved/jobroles]National Planning Policy Framework [https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2 https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-planning-policy-framework--2]