Making Changes to Your Property

Tools and workbench

This section provides information on altering historic buildings and advice on best practice. You can also find out where to get permission and advice, how works are regulated and where to find specialist help. It's important to remember that some historic buildings are listed or located in a conservation area, which means you may need extra permission before work can be carried out. See Owning a Historic Property for more details.

Altering a Historic Property

Making changes to historic buildings may require a different approach. Find out about general principles and see our advice on using appropriate materials.

Altering a historic property

Permission Needed

Extra permission, such as Listed Building Consent, can sometimes be needed depending on the building. Trees might also be protected. Find out about extra permission you may need.

Permission needed for historic buildings

Consulting the Local Planning Authority

This page explains the role of the local planning authority in relation to historic buildings, as well as providing key contacts.

Consulting the Local Planning Authority