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Listed Buildings

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.