How Can I Replace Or Repair Windows
(Or Doors) On A Listed Building?

When a building has been listed it is protected by law and Listed Building Consent must be obtained before any changes are made to it. Repairs that match exactly may not need consent, but examples of work which may do include changing windows and doors ‘.as the effect of any repairs is not always straightforward’.

Listed Building Consent is required, and will not normally be permitted, for replacement windows and doors (including interior doors) unless they replicate the original or existing design and materials.

Heavier sectioned or differently detailed (such as method of opening) uPVC or standard aluminium windows would be unsatisfactory replacements. Almost all the listed buildings (and buildings in conservation areas) have wood sliding sash windows or wood casement windows (with glazing bars in some instances) all being single glazed, and wood paneled doors (partially glazed in some instances).

Some buildings still retain their original metal windows; these should be repaired and retained where possible. This is an instance where our Heritage windows may be (and have in the past been) approved or our secondary Glazing could be fitted rather than replacing the windows with expensive steel windows. Remember this would need to be approved by your local planning authority before you undertake any work on the property.