Local Character/ Local Identity

Local Character/ Local Identity

A plain English explanation of this ACT planning and property term.

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Legal Meaning

The natural, cultural and historic characteristics of an area that are intrinsic to the locality, and which the local community relate to. Local character and local identity is subject to change over time.

Plain English

Local character refers to the features of an area that make it unique, including its natural environment, culture, history, and the things that local people value about the place. It can change over time as the community and the area develop.