Guidance for homeowners and businesses. Making changes to listed buildings. Development in conservation areas. Installing renewable energy sources.
You need listed building consent for:
There is no fee to apply for listed building consent. Our design and conservation team can provide advice about listed building works. You can also find information about listed building consent on the Planning Portal.
These works will also usually need planning permission, which you must apply for separately.
You need planning permission to demolish any part of a building within a conservation area. Find out more about conservation areas.
Trees can be protected by:
Both need planning permission. Read the Planning Portal's advice on trees and hedges and our guidance on trees.
Some advertisements enjoy 'deemed consent.' You can put them up without our approval. Read outdoor advertisements and signs: a guide for advertisers.