All assets are assessed against the same set of criteria to make sure we are consistent.
A level of significance to the criteria will be given to each asset.
The possible levels of significance are:
- outstanding
- high
- moderate
- little
- none
We will assess each nomination against the criteria. Once assessed we will assign a level. To be included on the list, the asset must achieve one of these requirements:
- outstanding local interest in one criterion. This bar is set very high. Assets of this value may warrant consideration for national designation
- high local interest in one criterion and at least moderate in two others
- moderate or above in four or more of the criteria
For example:
| Asset name | Archaeological Value | Historic Illustrative Value | Historic Associative Value | Architectural Value | Aesthetic Value | Communal Value | Criteria met for inclusion on the list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building A | None | Moderate | Little | Moderate | Moderate | Little | No |
| Building B | None | Moderate | Little | High | Moderate | Little | Yes |
| Structure | None | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Modeate | Yes |
| Park | Little | Moderate | Little | Little | High | High | Yes |
There is always an element of judgement when assessing the significance of an asset. Setting these standards:
- allows the final decision to be clearly presented and justified
- minimises discrepancies between assessors
- helps future assessors to:
- understand previous decisions
- carry out their own assessments in line with these standards
See our extra help page for example case studies where you can see how the assessment process works.