A further consultation has begun for eight weeks to give the public the opportunity to comment on our proposed World Heritage Site Management Plan before approval by summer 2024.
World Heritage Sites (WHS) are recognised by UNESCO as places of outstanding cultural, historical, or scientific value and are legally protected by international treaties.
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh were given WHS status in 1995; recognising the striking contrast and quality in architecture between the medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town.
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site Management Plan
A Management Plan identifies issues and opportunities within the World Heritage Site, and sets out priority areas for action to preserve and enhance the site. While the management plan covers a ten-year period, an action plan is developed alongside it focusing on a two-year period.
Between 2021 and 2023, members of the public were consulted on the development of the new Management Plan. This feedback identified five themes of relevance to the management of the World Heritage Site:
- Awareness, appreciation and activity around World Heritage Site status
- Climate emergency
- Conservation and maintenance of buildings and public spaces
- Control, guidance, and contribution of new development to city centre
- Sustainable visitor experience
Give us your views by 8 April 2024.
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