Rules & consents
Listed Building Consent
The short answer
Listed building consent is a separate consent from planning permission, applied for through your local planning authority. It's needed for works that affect the character of a listed building, including many window and door changes.
Last reviewed September 2026 · General guidance, not legal advice
What's usually submitted
Applications typically include:
- Drawings of existing and proposed windows or doors, often including sections
- Photographs
- A heritage statement explaining the significance and the impact of the change
- Product and material details
Our role
We can provide product drawings and details for your application. We don't give legal conclusions on whether consent will be granted — that's for the council.