Protected properties
Listed Buildings
The short answer
If your home is listed, check with the council before choosing windows or doors. Listed building consent is normally needed for works that affect the building's character, and carrying out such works without consent is a criminal offence.
Last reviewed September 2026 · General guidance, not legal advice
What listing means
Listed buildings are recorded on the National Heritage List for England, maintained by Historic England, in Grades I, II* and II. Listing covers the whole building, inside and out, not just the front.
Windows and doors in listed buildings
Historic windows, glass, doors and ironmongery can all be part of a building's significance. Repair is often expected before replacement, and like-for-like proposals are assessed case by case.
Start with the right order
For listed homes we suggest: confirm the listing, talk to the council's conservation officer, then agree a product approach.