To ensure that the protection and conservation of the built heritage of Wicklow is an integral part of the sustainable development of the County and safeguard this valuable, and in many instances, non-renewable resource through proper management, sensitive enhancement and appropriate development;  To safeguard archaeological sites, monuments, objects and their settings above and below ground and water listed in the Record of Monuments and Places (RMP), and any additional newly discovered archaeological remains;  To identify and protect archaeologically sensitive historic landscapes;  To ensure the protection of the architectural heritage of Wicklow through the identification of Protected Structures, the designation of Architectural Conservation Areas, the safeguarding of designed landscapes and historic gardens, and the recognition of structures and elements that contribute positively to the vernacular and industrial heritage of the County; and  To support the actions in the County Wicklow Heritage Plan, in order to enhance the understanding, appreciation and protection of Wicklow’s built heritage.