Archaeology & Heritage Assessment, Lancashire
Border Archaeology undertook an Archaeology and Heritage Assessment for a private developer regarding a proposed residential development at Bolton-le-Sands, Lancashire.
In Brief
Key Points
- Assessment of the potential archaeological significance of the site and the impact of the proposed residential development.
- Assessment of the potential heritage impacts of the proposed residential development.
- The assessment was informed by a site visit, consultation of the Lancashire Historic Environment Record, reports on previous archaeological investigations in the area, and analysis of historic mapping and documentary records.
Summary
The archaeological assessment determined that the potential of the site with respect to the prehistoric, Romano-British, medieval, and post-medieval periods was Low. Little evidence of prehistoric or Romano-British activity has been identified in the vicinity of the site, or the wider surrounding locality, and the site was situated at some distance from any known foci of medieval or post-medieval settlement.
The heritage assessment determined that the overall potential impact of the proposed development was Slight, based on potential changes to the settings of a pair of Grade II Listed Buildings, It was advised that any visual impact may be mitigated to some extent through the careful placement of the proposed houses, sympathetic landscaping, and the use of appropriate building materials and forms that fit with the local vernacular.
Results
The assessment determined that there was a Low potential for archaeological remains to be encountered during the proposed works, and that the development would likely have a Slight impact in terms of built heritage. The completion of the Archaeology and Heritage Assessment allowed the application for planning permission to progress.
