At Trident, we provide expert guidance and documentation to support clients navigating the complex world of listed building consents. As experienced accredited surveyors and project managers, we understand that working with historic buildings demands not only tremendous technical skill but also a deep respect for the history and integrity of individual properties.
Every project we undertake begins with a thorough understanding of the building, its setting and its significance. From extending a Grade II farmhouse, to repairing a Victorian shopfront or sensitively adapting a historic chapel, we ensure that any proposed alterations protect and enhance the character of the heritage asset while still meeting the practical needs of those who use the building today and in the future.
A Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) is a key [MO1.1]document required to support an application for listed building consent. Governed by national legislation and planning policy, the HIA provides detailed commentary on the significance of the heritage asset and assesses the likely impact of the proposed works upon it. Crucially, an HIA must be prepared by a fully accredited heritage specialist. Our team has all the relevant accreditations to produce the assessments required by local authorities and conservation officers.
Doing work to a listed building, other than general repair and maintenance, always requires consent under The Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Area) Act 1990. We can prepare and submit applications on your behalf, liaising directly with planning authorities and conservation teams. This gives your project the best possible chance of receiving smooth, successful approval.
Drawing on our broad experience in heritage architecture, we work closely with owners and developers to deliver well-evidenced applications. Our ultimate aim is to perfectly balance ambition, commercial reality and the long-term preservation of heritage buildings for our clients.
Please contact us if you’d like to find out more about how we can support you with your heritage project.
