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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 its period's
architecture or planning policy, part of an interesting set of
buildings, of historical importance or associated with well-known
characters or events.
Once designated, Listed Buildings are graded in the following 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 internally or externally altered.
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 always advisable to check with us before undertaking any
work as it is an offence to carry out any work without consent.
Alternatively, visit the
Department for Culture, Media
and Sport (DCMS) and
Architectural Heritage
websites.
For further information and advice about Listed Buildings
contact our
Conservation
and Heritage team.
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