The publication of Deloitte’s recent crane survey came just weeks after the City of London Corporation released a new visualisation featuring 11 new tall buildings that have been approved (or received a resolution of approval) in the last 12 months. With such momentum fuelling the growth of the City’s skyline, it is more important than ever that we protect its rich history and architectural character.

Conservation areas were originally established with the vision of protecting and preserving areas of historical, architectural, and cultural significance. Today, they continue to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the assets and landmarks that represent the richness of London’s unique identity and charm, in the face of modern urbanisation and unsympathetic development pressures.

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