Glossary definition
Listed Building Consent
A separate consent required under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 for any works of demolition, alteration, or extension that affect the character of a listed building. Listed building consent is required in addition to any planning permission and carries criminal sanctions for non-compliance.
Definition
A separate consent required under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 for any works of demolition, alteration, or extension that affect the character of a listed building. Listed building consent is required in addition to any planning permission and carries criminal sanctions for non-compliance. Development finance for listed building projects often requires specialist lender appetite, and costs for heritage-sensitive construction methods, conservation-accredited professionals, and extended programmes should be reflected in the appraisal.
See also
Closely related terms.
Conservation Area
An area of special architectural or historic interest designated by the local planning authority under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990, where additional planning controls apply.
Planning Permission
Formal consent from the local planning authority required before carrying out most types of development, including new construction, material changes of use, and significant alterations to existing buildings.
Building Regulations
The statutory standards that all building work in England and Wales must comply with, covering structural integrity, fire safety, energy efficiency, drainage, and accessibility.
Professional Fees
The costs associated with appointing professional advisors on a development project, including architects, structural engineers, quantity surveyors, planning consultants, solicitors, and project managers.
Further reading
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Legal Due Diligence in Development Finance: What Solicitors Check
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How Does Development Finance Work? A Complete Guide for UK Developers
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Development Finance Application Checklist: Documents You Need
A comprehensive checklist covering every document lenders require for a development finance application, from development appraisals to contractor tenders and planning evidence.
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