National Park
Protected landscape
National Parks are protected landscapes designated for their natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage.
What This Means
This property is in one of UK's 15 National Parks - only 10% of England and Wales has this exceptional protection.
Practical Advice
- Strict planning controls to conserve natural beauty
- Development is heavily restricted
- Outdoor lighting may be restricted (dark sky protection)
- Often significantly enhances property value
- Access to outstanding natural environment
Key Points
- What it means: You live in one of UK's most protected landscapes
- Strict planning controls to conserve natural beauty
- Development heavily restricted
- External changes to property require special permission
- Protection of dark skies (outdoor lighting restrictions)
- Often enhances property value
- Access to outstanding natural environment
- Living in nationally important landscape
Additional Information
Only 10% of England and Wales is National Park. Exceptional location but expect significant planning restrictions.