This report is to propose the designation of Horton Cemetery as being locally listed, giving it protection as a designated heritage asset.

Following consideration, it was resolved that the Committee:

(1)      Agreed to undertake a public consultation on the proposed addition of Horton Cemetery to the local list of heritage assets.

The Committee received a report proposing that a public consultation be undertaken with a view to the designation of Horton Cemetery as a locally listed heritage asset.

The Committee received an introduction from the Planning Policy Manager.

The following matters were raised by the Committee:

a)            Funding: Following a question from a Member, the Officer noted that, whilst the cemetery is in private ownership, there is a possibility for maintenance and upkeep funding to be obtained, for example, from Historic England. It was noted that available funding grants would be looked into as to not burden the Council.

b)           Consultation: Following a question from a Member, the Officer confirmed that the consultation would be a full and open consultation, allowing the owner of the site and any interested parties – including members of the public – to respond.

Following consideration, it was resolved unanimously that the Committee:

(1)      Agreed to undertake a public consultation on the proposed addition of Horton Cemetery to the local list of heritage assets.