Articles in Listed building

Listed building consent is one of the most misunderstood parts of owning a period property in the UK. The rules reach further than most owners assume, and getting them wrong runs from enforcement notices that make you undo the work at your own cost, to criminal prosecution, which, in England and Wales, is not subject […]

Grade II is the most common form of heritage protection in England. Around 91.7% of all listed buildings carry this grade, and it’s the listing a homeowner is far more likely to encounter than the rarer Grade II* or Grade I. Plenty of people buy a Grade II property for its character without fully appreciating […]

Owning or buying a listed building in the UK is different from owning a standard home. You’re not just buying a property; you’re taking responsibility for a building that has recognised architectural or historic importance. That can affect what you can change, how repairs are carried out, what permissions you need, and how the property […]

Roof repairs can be one of the most expensive issues you face as a homeowner. A minor fix may cost around £1,000, while extensive repairs or structural problems can easily reach £10,000 to £15,000 or more. Because of these high costs, knowing whether your buildings insurance covers roof repairs is extremely important. The answer depends […]

Under insurance is becoming more prevalent across the UK with more and more people failing to get the right level of insurance for the value of their home and contents. This is exacerbated with listed buildings and high value home insurance where premiums are higher and required cover runs to many more thousands of pounds. […]

If you’re a homeowner, you know that insuring your property is essential. But what if your home is a listed building? How does that change things? What level of cover do you require? And how is your policy different in both the protection it needs to provide and the legal requirements of such? According to […]

Listed Building House Insurance in the UK Picture this – you’ve just invested in a gorgeous, centuries-old listed building. It’s a stunning piece of history, but as you bask in its timeless beauty, you realise it comes with a unique set of responsibilities. One significant factor to consider is insurance. Understanding insurance can be challenging, […]