How many buildings are listed in Somerset?
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How many buildings are listed in Somerset?
There are over 4600 entries on the lists for South Somerset, covering an estimated 5000 buildings and structures. It is estimated that 3.5% of dwellings in South Somerset are listed, a relatively high number reflecting the richness of the district’s heritage.
How many Grade 1 listed buildings are there in England?
There are over 9,000 Grade I listed buildings in England.
What is a B listed building?
Categories of listed buildings Category B – These are buildings of architectural or historic interests, which are considered major examples of a particular period, style, or building type. These include a building of regional or local importance, which may have been altered.
Do you need planning permission for a listed building?
In the case of a listed building, any works to alter, extend or demolish the building in a way that affects its character as a building of special interest require listed building consent from the local planning authority, whether planning permission is also needed or not.
What is the difference between grade 1 and 2 listed buildings?
Grade I: This means the property is of ‘exceptional interest’. Only around 2.5% of listed buildings are Grade 1 listed. Grade II*: This means the property is important and considered of more than special interest. Around 5.8% of listed buildings fall into this category.
What does grade C listing mean?
Category C Buildings of local importance, lesser examples of any period, style or building type, as originally constructed or moderately altered; and simple traditional buildings which group well with others in Categories A and B.
Do repairs to a listed building require consent?
If carrying out a repair or renewal to a listed building would affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest, then listed building consent will be required. Many repairs will not affect the character of the building.
