Posts in April 6, 2026

What to Include in a Heritage Statement for a Barn Conversion

Heritage Statements
by Andrew Tizzard
on Apr 6
Barn conversions can look straightforward on paper, but historic agricultural buildings often derive their significance from more than their external shell. Open interiors, structural rhythm, working features, yard relationships and the wider farmstead setting can all influence how a conversion is viewed. A heritage statement for a barn conversion should therefore explain not only the proposal, but why the building matters and how the new use responds to that character.
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Heritage Statement vs Design and Access Statement: What’s the Difference?

Heritage Statements
by Andrew Tizzard
on Mar 30
Applicants often hear several document names during the planning process and assume they all do the same job. A heritage statement and a design and access statement can overlap, but they answer different questions. Understanding that difference matters because a proposal with good drawings can still stall if the historic significance has not been assessed properly.
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How to Prepare a Heritage Statement for a Listed Building Extension

Heritage Statements
by Andrew Tizzard
on Mar 23
Extending a listed building is rarely just a design exercise. The planning authority will want to know how the new work relates to the significance of the existing building, whether important historic fabric is affected and whether the extension sits comfortably within the wider setting. A good heritage statement gives that explanation in a practical, evidence-based way and helps the proposal feel considered rather than speculative.
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