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How to Apply for Planning Permission in a Conservation Area
In this blog post, we take a look at conservation areas in more detail...

Sophie Pearson
Apr 96 min read
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Consent for Registered Parks and Gardens: Lessons from the Longboi Statue at the University of York
Planning permission is a critical process when making alterations to registered parks and gardens in the UK

Sophie Pearson
Mar 129 min read
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How to Submit a Listed Building Consent Application
The title of this blog is a popular search for current and potential owners of listed buildings alike...

Sophie Pearson
Feb 124 min read
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The National Amenity Societies: Who Are They & Why Do We Consult Them?
Who are the National Amenity Societies and why should we consult them? Read on to find out more.

Sophie Pearson
Nov 13, 20245 min read
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What is a Grade I Listed Building?
Grade I listed buildings account for 2.5% of protected sites in the UK. Find out what makes them so special in this week's blog!

Tiffany Snowden
Sep 11, 20244 min read
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What is a Scheduled Monument and How Does it Affect My Development?
There are nearly 20,000 scheduled monuments in the UK, but what are they and what does it mean in terms of the planning process?

Ailsa Bailey
Aug 28, 20245 min read
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Unveiling the Unsung Heroines: Female Architects Who Shaped the Historic Built Environment
For International Women's Day, we celebrate the trailblazing female architects who made significant contributions to the built environment.

Sophie Pearson
Mar 8, 20244 min read
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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Why a Good Design Team is Crucial to Your Project
Let's take a look at the part each member of the design team - from architects to ecologists - plays when it comes to your project.

Tiffany Snowden
Jan 17, 20244 min read
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What is Heritage Significance?
If you own a listed building, then your property has inherent significance. But what exactly is heritage significance & why does it matter?

Sophie Pearson
Oct 4, 20234 min read
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Structure from Motion: How Archaeologists Create 3D Models
Structure from motion (SFM) is a photogrammetric technique which uses two-dimensional images to reconstruct three-dimensional structures...

Ailsa Bailey
Jul 26, 20233 min read
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Snatching Victory from the Jaws of Defeat: The Art of Appeals and How To Win Them
All about the appeals process and how professional support by heritage consultants can streamline the journey towards a successful outcome.

Tiffany Snowden
Jul 12, 20234 min read
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Westminster Abbey: A Royal Church Fit for a King
Westminster Abbey is not only a place of historical significance, but it is also a beautiful and inspiring building.

Tiffany Snowden
May 3, 20233 min read
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Careers in Heritage
Careers in heritage vary from archaeologist to museum curator. Check out some of the options for working in the historic environment sector.

Tiffany Snowden
Mar 22, 20233 min read
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Retrospective Planning Permission
If you have altered your property without consent, a local authority can request that you submit a retrospective planning application.

Tiffany Snowden
Feb 22, 20233 min read
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Building a Legacy: Bricks and Brickwork
Historically considered to be an inferior product to ashlar stone, the widespread use of brick within construction throughout Britain did...

Natalie Barker
Feb 9, 20234 min read
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Buying and Selling a Listed Building
Listed buildings can be some of the most desirable properties on the market, so take a look at our top tips, whether buying or selling.

Tiffany Snowden
Jan 25, 20233 min read
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A History of Smoke Bays
The smoke bay is an early ancestor of the modern fireplace and chimney.

Tiffany Snowden
Dec 14, 20224 min read
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Neglected Listed Buildings: Halloween Special
A common misconception about the role of a heritage consultant is that we visit the most interesting and picturesque heritage sites....

Natalie Barker
Oct 31, 20222 min read
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Three Historical Architectural and Engineering Responses to Practical Problems
At their roots, both civil engineers and architects exist to create a physical environment in which people can live and enjoy; but...

Natalie Barker
Oct 20, 20222 min read
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Public Benefit and Private Dwellings: Yes, It's Possible
In the case of private dwellings, improved energy efficiency is a public benefit in planning, contributing to reduced carbon emissions.

Tiffany Snowden
Oct 5, 20223 min read
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