Desk Based Assessment

This is often the first step in the formal process of archaeological assessment, as required by local planning authorities. In many cases planning applications will not be considered unless this has been carried out. This should not be confused with Pre-Planning Consultation, as this is a formal rather than confidential service. These assessments provide the basis for any evaluation work that may be required.

Desk Based Assessments generally involve a search of the regional and national Sites and monuments records, archival material, bibliographic sources, aerial photographs, and cartographic sources.

Desk Based Assessments can be combined combined with walkover surveys to provide the archaeological section of Environmental Impact Assessments, as required by NPPG 42.

 

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