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We provide comprehensive heritage consultancy across all stages of a project, from initial feasibility through to completion. Each service may be engaged independently or combined as part of a coordinated programme of works. Fees shown are indicative and will be confirmed following initial assessment of your requirements.

Architectural documentation and heritage assessment process

Heritage Impact Assessment

A Heritage Impact Assessment evaluates how proposed changes may affect the significance of a listed building or conservation area. Required for most planning applications involving heritage assets, these documents demonstrate to decision-makers that impacts have been properly considered and mitigated.

Significance analysis and statement of heritage value
Assessment of proposed impacts on character and setting
Recommendations for design modifications where appropriate
Supporting photography and historical research
Liaison with conservation officers during pre-application

£2,450 starting from

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Listed Building Consent Applications

Alterations to listed buildings require consent from the local planning authority. We prepare and manage these applications, producing the documentation and drawings needed to demonstrate that proposals are acceptable in heritage terms. Our experience with hundreds of applications nationwide helps anticipate and address potential objections.

Design and Access Statement preparation
Heritage Statement and justification
Method statements for specialist works
Application form completion and submission
Ongoing case management and officer correspondence

£3,780 typical project

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Traditional British architecture requiring conservation planning

Conservation Management Planning

For significant properties or estates, a Conservation Management Plan establishes a long-term framework for decision-making. These documents set out what matters about a place, identify vulnerabilities, and propose policies for its future care. Plans are particularly valuable for properties held in trust or where multiple stakeholders must agree priorities.

Comprehensive historical research and gazetteer
Statement of significance for all elements
Vulnerability assessment and risk register
Conservation policies and implementation guidance
Maintenance schedule and cyclical repair programme

£5,950 comprehensive plan

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Building under sensitive restoration works

Restoration Project Supervision

Heritage restoration demands specialist oversight to ensure works are executed to the standards required. We provide contract administration and site supervision services, monitoring contractor performance, approving material selections, and documenting the process for future reference.

Preparation of tender documentation and specifications
Contractor selection and appointment advice
Regular site inspections and progress reporting
Approval of materials, samples, and workmanship
Completion certification and handover documentation

£4,250 per project phase

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Classical architectural detailing and stonework

Condition Surveys and Quinquennial Inspections

Regular inspection identifies defects before they become serious problems. We conduct detailed surveys that assess the condition of historic fabric, prioritise repairs, and estimate costs. For ecclesiastical buildings, we provide quinquennial inspections to the Church of England specification.

Visual inspection of all accessible areas
Photographic record of defects and concerns
Prioritised repair schedule with cost estimates
Recommendations for monitoring and maintenance
Report in format required by insurers or funders

£1,875 standard survey

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Historic building research and archival documentation

Historical Research and Building Recording

Understanding a building's past informs decisions about its future. We undertake archival research and physical investigation to establish construction dates, identify phases of alteration, and recover lost histories. Recording services document buildings to Historic England standards before, during, and after works.

Archival research in local and national collections
Analysis of physical fabric and construction sequence
Measured survey and photographic record
Written account meeting planning condition requirements
Deposition of archive with appropriate repository

£2,150 standard recording

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