6th October 2011, 10:11 PM
I think you would have to look at them in terms of local significance as there are an awful lot of them around. If there was something a bit special about them in terms of architectural design or materials that might justify logging as an historical environment asset. Are they part of a deliberately planned and designed development? Would piecemeal demolition or extensions and alterations detract from the overall architectural environment? We are loosing a lot of C 20th buildings of quality because they are seen as no longer fit for purpose and the somewhat brutal design qualities of some do not fit with the current aesthetic (Preston Bus Station). I love the post war pre fabs but they are really not suitable for modern living, that being said some should be preserved and if possible they should all be recorded before demolition.