The National Park contains many historic buildings that contribute significantly to both the landscape and its cultural heritage, and it is essential that these structures are well maintained. Around 3,000 buildings are officially ‘listed’ for their special architectural or historic interest, meaning that consent is required for most types of alteration. In addition, there are 42 designated Conservation Areas within the National Park, recognised for their historic or architectural importance.
The National Park Authority provides free advice on the repair and maintenance of traditional buildings.
Historic Building Grants are available to support repairs to Grade II Listed Buildings included on the Authority’s Register of Listed Buildings at Risk as well as non-listed buildings which are considered to retain a high degree of heritage value and significance. This grant also helps support traditional properties within Conservation Areas to reinstate lost architectural features such as traditional windows, doors, or roofing materials.
Please note: Due to the significant wildfire at Fylingdales Moor last summer, the Authority has had to commit a substantial proportion of its available resources to essential repair and recovery works at that site. As a result, the funding budget for the current financial year is considerably constrained, and we have had to reduce overall grant allocations and prioritise projects where heritage assets are at greatest risk of loss.
Grant funding is typically offered as follows:
- Listed Buildings at Risk: 50% of repair costs, up to £10,000
- Traditional (non-listed) Buildings at Risk: 50% of repair costs, up to £5,000
- General Listed Building Enhancement Works: 50% of costs, up to £5,000
- Conservation Area Enhancement Works: 50% of costs, up to £5,000
Please note that grants are not available for projects involving a change of use for example, converting a traditional building into an annexe, holiday cottage, residential unit, or any other new use where planning permission has been granted.
Historic England also offer grants to Listed Buildings, as well as Places of Worship.