The City of Edinburgh Council has announced Restalrig as the city's 50th conservation area.

A public consultation in the local area was almost unanimous in expressing support for the area being given conservation status. Approval for its creation was given by the Planning Committee after a report was considered.

A number of listed buildings reside in the area, including 62 Restalrig Road South and The Deanery Wall. There is also a scheduled monument, St Triduana's Aisle, Chapel and Well house. buildings reflect the historical and architectural significance of the area and its development as a centre of religious activities.

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Cllr Neil Gardiner said: "I would like to thank all those who showed an interest in Restalrig and filled out our survey. The results helped us make today's decision as the comments were almost unanimous in expressing support for the area being given conservation status.

"Conservation areas have special architectural or historic interest and we protect them by putting in place extra rules to control building work. The use of natural materials in several of the listed buildings in the area, such as rubble stone, creates a sense of place and are integral to its character."

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