There are around 1,250 listed buildings across North
Somerset.
They have been listed by the government because they are the
most architecturally and historically interesting buildings in the
area.
Listed buildings must be either:
- a good example of period architecture
or planning policy
- part of an interesting set of buildings
- of historical importance
- be associated with well-known characters or
events
Once designated, listed buildings are graded in three
categories:
- Grade I - buildings of exceptional interest
- Grade II* - buildings of particular importance
- Grade II - buildings of special interest
By being listed they are protected by law from being demolished,
extended or altered either internally or externally.
This protection may also be extended to adjacent buildings in
certain cases.
However, it is often possible to alter a listed building
provided you respect its architectural and historical interest. To
do this you will need
listed building consent.
Listed building consent may be needed even if the
works you plan to carry out don't require planning
permission.
It is an offence to carry out any work without consent, so we
would always advise that you check with us what consent is
needed.
For more information a contact our
conservation
and built environment team or
Department for Culture, Media
and Sport (DCMS).
