Listed Building Consent
Works to demolish, alter, extend and, in some cases, repair a listed building require listed building consent. The question of whether an alteration impacts on the character of a listed building depends on the specific nature of the proposals, but paragraph 3.2 of PPG 15 states: ‘Consent is not normally required for repairs, but, where repairs involve alterations which would affect the character of the listed building, consent is required’. Annex C of PPG 15 provides further guidance on alterations to listed buildings. Following any listed building application, details must be advertised in a local newspaper and a notice displayed on or near the building. In addition, English Heritage and the relevant national amenity societies must be notified. The Department of Culture Media and Sport can provide further information about requirements for consultation. An application for listed building consent should be made to the relevant local planning authority - normally the district or borough council. In certain cases (for example national parks), other bodies exercise listed building control.
Understanding a historic building and its setting is the key to successfully conserving it, and an integral part of good conservation practice.
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