A new board bringing together local experts and community voices is set to play a key role in protecting Enfield’s historic character and shaping how the borough grows.
Following agreement of changes to the Constitution at July’s Full Council Meeting, Enfield Council will establish a Conservation and Heritage Advisory Board to ensure that the borough’s rich history – from its conservation areas and listed buildings to parks and green spaces – is properly considered as new developments come forward.
The move will give residents greater confidence that local knowledge and heritage expertise are helping to inform the Council’s consideration of proposals affecting neighbourhoods across Enfield.
Whilst planning applications will continue to be determined through the Council’s established planning processes, the Board will provide an additional forum for conservation and community interests, contributing to the development of policies designed to safeguard the borough’s heritage for future generations.
The Leader of Enfield Council, Cllr Alessandro Georgiou, said: “This new Board will put local insight and heritage expertise right at the heart of how we shape Enfield’s future, ensuring decisions are informed by those who truly understand our borough’s character and history.
“It shows our clear commitment to getting the balance right, delivering the growth our communities need while fiercely protecting what makes Enfield unique - its heritage, its green spaces, and its strong sense of what makes Enfield Special”
A key feature of the new Board is its strong link with the local community. It will bring together councillors and established organisations such as the Enfield Archaeological Society, Edmonton Hundred Historical Society, The Enfield Society and Southgate District Civic Voice.
In addition, local conservation area groups and Friends of Parks will be invited to take part when proposals affect their area, ensuring that local voices are heard where it matters most.
This flexible approach will allow the Board to combine consistency with a wide range of perspectives from across the borough.
The Board is expected to begin work later this year.