Cornwall boasts a vast variety of type and aged properties and buildings. From the old fisherman and miners cottages, churches and chapels to former and converted farm buildings. Wherever you go, Cornwall is steeped with historic building heritage. As a result, many properties and buildings are Listed as having historical importance which comes with various restrictions and obligations for their owners. The Historic England website has a record of historic places/sites and buildings in England as well as advice in relation to these matters – www.historicengland.org.uk
 
Another consideration with older and historic buildings are their older forms of construction and materials and how these should be carefully and sympathetically maintained or restored. If a building or property is Listed this will restrict the works that can be carried out and the materials and methods that can be used. Listed Building Consent/Planning Permission approval may need obtained for proposed works.
 
Our experienced surveyors can offer advice in terms of historic (as well as more modern properties), being mindful of their constructions forms, historic status and materials. If you are considering purchasing a historic or protected property, or a property in a restricted area such as a Conservation Area, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), Article 4 area etc. then it is important you understand the possible implications of buying or owning such a property. As well as advice as part of the pre-purchase process, Cockrams Surveyors can also assist with Planning/Listed Building Applications.