UPDATED – LISTED BUILDING OWNER APPEALS DOUBLE GLAZING DECISION

Undoubtedly one of the most contentious subjects surrounding owning a listed building is the installation of double glazing. There is often tension between energy conservation and heritage conservation; the want to reduce heat loss and energy efficiency versus retaining an essential part of a building’s history and architectural appeal.

Here at the Club we offer help and advice to our members on listed building consent, the planning process and what to do if your planning application is refused.

In this planning appeal casefile we take a look at one owner who appealed the refusal of installation of double glazing into their listed building, and the outcome of their appeal. Click on the image to read the article in full.

 

If you are seeking clarification of the reasons why double glazing is seldom accepted as a replacement for windows in listed buildings, the helpful article below, written by the Club’s in-house Conservation Advisor, will help to dispel any myths and offer clarity. The article also offers alternative options for owners seeking to improve energy efficiency or who are looking to repair or replace existing windows.

Click the below image to read the ‘Double glazing in listed buildings’ article.

These articles have been taken from Listed Heritage magazine, which is printed bi-monthly and is available to LPOC members. Each issue features conservation and renovation techniques, innovations and ideas, news and reviews. To find out more about membership and to start receiving Listed Heritage please click here.

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Alternatively, we welcome you to contact the Club for impartial advice on 01795 844939 and we will endeavour to help solve your problems.