Organisation

The policy and activities of COTAC are set by the Conference itself. A general meeting of all members of the Conference is held twice a year. The constituent members have changed over the years and the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) now represents some amenity societies, which were founding members. There is now a substantially increased membership from Government Departments and Agencies, organisations representing different aspects of the construction industry, the professions concerned with building and representatives of the universities and colleges engaged in conservation training.

Originally, an Executive Committee made up from representatives of the Conference was set up to ensure that the policies of the Conference were carried out. When COTAC became a registered charity in 1995 the Executive Committee became the Trustees. The Conference still sets overall priorities and also elects the Trustees. Day to day activities are carried out by the Director and consultants.