Guidance notes

A series of guidance booklets on useful topics has been produced by the Diocesan Advisory Committee to assist churchwardens and architects in the care and conservation of church buildings and churchyards. When considering schemes, PCCs are advised to obtain copies of the booklets and other relevant publications from the Diocesan Resources Centre (01245 294405) or the DAC Secretary (01245 294423). The list of topics covered is constantly being reviewed and updated.

Appointment of Architects or Surveyors and their Fees
Archaeology
Asbestos
Bells and Bellframes
Books of Remembrance (re-drafted)
Care and Conservation of Brasses and Slabs
CCTV
Cremated Remains Areas
DAC and the Faculty Process (re-drafted)
Drainage and Groundworks at Churches
Electronic Organs
Environmental Impact of Building Works and Services in Church Buildings
External Lighting to Churches
External Notice Boards
Fire Precautions and Safety (re-drafted)
Floodlighting
Footpaths, Accessways and Car Parks
Heating
Insurance
Lighting of Church Interiors
Maintenance of Gutters and Downpipes
Monuments and Headstones in Churchyards (updated November 2005)
Nature Conservation in Churchyards (updated June 2007)
New Stained Glass in Windows in Churches
Pipe Organs
Redecoration and Painting of Church Interiors
Repointing
Security and Related Topics
Seats and Benches in Churchyards
Sound Reinforcement Systems in Churches
Statements of Significance and Need
Stone Conservation and Renewal: Ashlar and Rubble Masonry
Sustainable Buildings (Policy Statement)
Telecommunications Equipment in Churches
The Changing Church: A guide to developing and adapting church buildings
Theft of Metal Roof Coverings from Churches and other historic buildings (English Heritage advice note)
The Parish: The Architect: The Contractor
Using Sustainably Grown Wood
Visual Aids for Worship in Churches
Window Guards

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