Heritage Statements for Planning & Listed Building Consent
A heritage statement is required for most applications affecting a listed building or a property in a conservation area. It explains the significance of the heritage asset and how your proposals affect it. A clear, well-argued statement is often the difference between approval and refusal.
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What we include
- Description of the building or area and its historic development
- Assessment of significance: architectural, historic and townscape value
- Impact assessment of the proposed works, with justification
- Mitigation and design measures that preserve significance
- Reference to the NPPF and local conservation policies
- Photographs, historic maps and annotated drawings
Design and access statements
We also prepare design and access statements, which are needed for many major applications and for listed building consent. They explain the design principles, layout, scale and access, and are often combined with the heritage statement into a single document.
Who we help
Homeowners, developers and other architects who need a robust heritage case, whether for a Grade II house in Chiswick, a Kensington conservation area or a change-of-use scheme. See our listed building architects service for full design support.
Frequently asked questions
When is a heritage statement required?
For applications affecting a listed building, its setting, or a property in a conservation area. Councils usually won't validate an application without one.
How long does a heritage statement take?
Typically one to two weeks after a site visit, depending on the building's complexity and how much historic research is needed.
Can you write a heritage statement for another architect's design?
Yes. We regularly prepare heritage statements to support applications designed by others.
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Lucia Piccinini is the founder of LP ARKinnovation, a RIBA Chartered Practice working across London and beyond, including Chiswick, Hammersmith, Fulham, Chelsea, Kensington, Westminster, Tower Hill, Islington, Brentford, Hounslow, Richmond, Windsor and Maidenhead. ARB registered architect (085370D), RIBA Chartered Member and registered with the Ordine degli Architetti in Italy, with more than 15 years of practice across London, Florence and Milan. She writes a monthly column for Property Investor News, contributes to Fairness Magazine and speaks at property industry events. Press, articles and podcasts.
