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CONSERVATION & DESIGN

You should find the answers to many of your questions on this page. We also point you in the right direction if you want more information or need to make contact.

Frequently Asked Questions about Listed Buildings

Is it only the outside of a building that is listed?

No. All of a building is listed - inside and out as well as some fixtures and fittings.

Can I alter the inside of a Grade II Listed Building without Consent

No matter what Grade the building is, if the works affect the building's character, you will need to apply for Listed Building Consent.

My house dates back to the seventeenth century - can I can remove parts that were added later without the need for consent?

Often later alterations are of value in their own right as well as showing the historic development of the building. Their removal usually needs consent.

My house is Listed, can I do anything to it at all?

It is difficult to alter or extend some historic buildings without damaging their character. In most cases, the aim is to make sure that changes are well thought out and sympathetic.

Are buildings in the grounds listed too?

Buildings and structures that are attached to the listed building or built before 1948 are also treated as listed.

Can I build what I want in the grounds of my listed building?

New development will generally need planning permission. Listed building consent will also be required if the development is attached to the listed building. The impact on the character, appearance and setting of the listed building will be taken into account when deciding whether to give approval.

What sort of consents do I need?

Alterations and extensions to listed buildings require listed building consent but some may also need planning permission. New developments in the grounds of listed buildings generally require planning permission. Other schemes may require conservation area consent and planning permission. There is no one simple answer and you should get advice!