(Scotland only) Can anybody help, what are the ramifications of buying a C listed building in Scotland?

Best advice is to contact Historic Scotland who will have everything in the way of information you require on the pros and cons about buying a grade C listed building in Scotland..





Also a good estate agent or even the property shop in Aberdeen will be able to offer you good advice.

(Scotland only) Can anybody help, what are the ramifications of buying a C listed building in Scotland?
Try having a look here





http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/inde...
Reply:Not that different from England really. Our house (Scotland) is listed, basically you need planning permission to do anything. They won't let you alter the appearance of the property unless it's in keeping with the area, and they have a list of materials you're allowed to use. For example, I have double glazing, but it can't be in UPVC frames, it has to be in the original hardwood sash frames and has to be a 'step' design made specially for the house. (They're serious about this too, my neighbour put plastic windows in and a year later they made him take them out.) Front doors etc can't be plastic either. On a day to day basis it doesn't make a lot of difference, but be warned the planning authorities in Scotland proceed at their own medievel pace. I wanted to put up a simple weather vane and when I asked for permission they sent me a form asking how many people would be living in it and would it be connected to sewers etc ... a fine example of somebody not listening. (I didn't bother in the end).


So don't be put off but bear in mind you'll need a pack of pens and patience if you want to alter anything. If you go on the web there's a couple of sites that give advice.