What is curtilage of a listed building?

Curtilage structures The curtilage of a building (the principal building) is in general terms any area of land and other buildings that is around and associated with that principal building.

Is a curtilage listed building a designated heritage asset?

Listed buildings are considered ‘designated heritage assets’ and are protected through the planning system. Please note, when a building is listed the legislation applies to the interior, exterior, and any structures within the curtilage such as boundary walls or out buildings.

What can you and Cannot do to grade 2 listed buildings?

Grade II listed buildings are subject to regulations which protect their historical and architectural significance. These buildings are of special interest, meaning alterations and building work can’t be carried out without written consent from the relevant authorities.

What does curtilage mean on a listed building?

Due to the confusing nature of curtilage listings, in February 2018 Historic England published their guidance in ‘ Listed Buildings and Curtilage, Advice Note 10’ to help understand this issue more clearly. What is “curtilage”? The Cambridge Dictionary defines curtilage as:

Is the curtilage of a house a legal right?

Defining the curtilage of a dwelling house is very important in the contexts of permitted development rights and listed buildings. There is no legal definition of curtilage and it is a matter for the court in each case to decide what falls within the curtilage of a particular building.

Where can I find advice on curtilage listing?

For any queries on curtilage listing, Historic England’s Advice Note 10 is a helpful starting point and Lichfields’ Heritage Team can provide expert advice. Formal clarification can be sought through Historic England’s Enhanced Advisory Service or by speaking to your local Conservation Officer.

When did Historic England publish guidance on curtilage?

It was only recently that Historic England sought to provide clarity on curtilage, publishing their draft guidance ‘ Listed Buildings and Curtilage, Advice Note 10’ in February 2018.