Latest Conservation FAQs from Warwick District Council.

Is my house eligible for Grant Aid?

Thu, 10 Apr 2014 09:41:03 +0100

Question: Is my house eligible for Grant Aid?

Answer:

We’re sorry but Historic Building Grants are not currently available from the council. In certain instances grant aid may be available from our Housing Department.

How do I complain about work to a listed building

Wed, 09 Apr 2014 13:52:57 +0100

Question: How do I complain about something that's happening to a listed building that I don't think has planning permission?

Answer:

You can report a potential breach online. (If it’s urgent, telephone the Enforcement team on 01926 456520).

What works require listed building consent?

Wed, 09 Apr 2014 13:40:54 +0100

Question: I live in a listed building, what works require listed building consent?

Answer:

If you propose to alter or extend a listed building, in a way that will affect its character or appearance as a building of special architectural or historic interest, you must first apply for listed building consent from the council.

The council has produced detailed guidance on altering historic buildings.

You need to be aware that carrying out unauthorised works to a listed building is a criminal offence and individuals have been prosecuted.

Do I need permission to put a satellite dish on my house?

Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:54:12 +0100

Question: Do I need permission to put a satellite dish on my house if it is in a conservation area or is listed?

Answer:

Please check the guidance on satellite dishes.

(Any satellite dish on a listed building will require listed building consent).

How do I complain about something in the conservation area

Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:52:06 +0100

Question: How do I complain about a development in a conservation area that doesn’t have the necessary consent?

Answer:

You can report a possible planning breach online (or if an urgent response is needed call 01926 456520).

What consents do I need to do work to trees

Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:47:20 +0100

Question: I live in a conservation area, what consents do I need to do work to trees in the grounds of my property?

Answer:

If you want to cut down, top or lop any but the smallest of trees in a conservation area you must notify the council six weeks before work begins.

The council will then consider the contribution the tree makes to the character of the area and if necessary create a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) to protect it.

Find out more about permissions needed for work on trees.

Can I change the windows in my house?

Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:45:43 +0100

Question: Can I change the windows in my house?

Answer:

If your property is in a conservation area with an Article 4 Direction, or is a listed building, you are likely to require consent to make any alterations to windows, but like-for-like repairs do not usually require any consent.

Historic windows should be retained and repaired wherever possible. If repair is beyond the skills of a good craftsperson, a like-for-like copy should be made.

The council has produced detailed advice about alterations to historic windows.

Use the self-assessment forms to quickly establish if your development proposal needs permission.

What consent do I need to carry out works?

Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:21:06 +0100

Question: My house is in a conservation area. What consent do I need to carry out works to my property?

Answer:

Use the self-assessment forms to quickly establish if your development proposal needs permission.

Is my house in a conservation area?

Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:18:54 +0100

Question: Is my house in a conservation area/listed building?

Answer:

Use the property search to see if you live in a conservation area.