Survey seeks feedback on Buildings At Risk Register

A new survey seeks to gather a range of views on The Buildings at Risk Register (BARR) maintained by Historic Environment Scotland (HES).

The BARR provides information on historic buildings at risk. These include those that are vacant, suffering neglect or threatened with demolition.

Approximately 2,200 buildings are currently on the register, including churches, pubs, castles, stately homes, and other buildings, many listed for their significance.

The survey seeks to engage individuals, organisations, communities, and professionals who have an interest in the reuse of historic buildings at risk. 

Philip Robertson from HES said: “The Buildings at Risk Register is intended for use by anyone with an interest in bringing buildings back into use. That includes property developers, heritage organisations, investors, architects, and individuals with an interest in renovating, re-purposing, or saving these buildings. We want to further understand who uses the register and how they use it.”

“Anyone who cares about how our countryside, towns and cities look, and how they prosper, should take part in our survey. It is important we learn about the use of the register as this will help us to understand how best to encourage the repair and reuse of heritage buildings at risk across Scotland.”

Harlow Consulting, a research agency specialising in the heritage sector, is leading on the survey to help HES understand the impact that the Buildings at Risk Register is having. 

Harlow Consulting will also make recommendations from the study that will inform long-term decisions about this resource by HES, and how best to bring buildings at risk back into use. 

Jennifer Brennan, Director at Harlow Consulting, said: “We want to hear from all voices, including those of the public. We know that many people really care about heritage buildings in their communities and neighbourhoods that are vacant or falling into disrepair.”

To take part in the survey, go to:  

https://HarlowConsulting.welcomesyourfeedback.net/Buildings-at-Risk-Register