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Applying for Listed Building Consent

Listed Building Consent is required in order to carry out any works to a Listed Building which will affect its special value for listing purposes. This will almost certainly be necessary for any major works but may also be necessary for minor alterations and possibly even repairs and maintenance. Listed Building Consent may also be necessary for a change of use of the property.

Works such as re-pointing and even repainting can give rise to the need for a Listed Building Consent, even if planning permission is not necessary. Replacement windows and doors are common areas of controversy and strict control. Identical repairs in matching materials may not require consent but it is always advisable to seek advice before undertaking any work.

Listed Building Consent is also needed where proposed work, although not directly affecting the listed building itself, is close enough to potentially affect the 'setting' of a listed building. Proposals may need to be sympathetically altered to suit the circumstances. The owners of listed buildings have certain responsibilities which are enshrined in law and the penalties for non-compliance can be severe.

Applications for Listed Building Consent need to show details on a set of scale drawings of the present and proposed situation, including building elevations, internal floor plans and other details as necessary.

Foxdale Design has many years experience working with Listed Buildings and in addition to helping to comply with the formalities, can also help you to make the most of the building.