Owning a Historic Property

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This section explains what living in a historic building, listed building or conservation area means for owners. Here you can find information on the differences between historic and modern buildings, and advice on buying a historic property. The focus is largely on historic buildings used for domestic purposes, so if you would like information on other kinds of historic property, such as monuments or places of worship, please see Other Types of Historic Property.

Living in a Listed Building

Find out what a listed building is and how the listing status can affect owners.

Living in a listed building

You and Your Historic Building

This page contains information on how historic buildings differ from modern buildings, and provides key points for owners.

You and your historic building

Living in a Conservation Area

Find out what you need to consider if you want to make changes to a property in a conservation area. 

Living in a conservation area