Historic and Archaeological Heritage and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023

Transitional provisions applicable to restricted areas

50. (1) In this section, “restricted area” means a restricted area within the meaning of section 1 of the Act of 1987.

(2) The relevant enactments shall apply to a restricted area until—

(a) section 19 has been complied with in respect of the first particulars entered in the Register in respect of the restricted area, or

(b) the relevant date for the geographical area in which the restricted area is situated,

whichever first occurs.

(3) Section 22 or 23 , as appropriate, shall not apply to a restricted area except for a potential Register action ( section 22 ) or potential Register action ( section 23 ), as appropriate, arising after the restricted area first becomes a registered monument.