A listed building is a building of "Special Architectural or Historic Interest". The official listing is compiled and managed by English Heritage and is frequently reviewed and changed. You can download the list of Listed Buildings in Eastbourne below.
Grading
Buildings are graded according to their importance:
- International importance - Grade I
- National importance - Grade II*
- Regional importance - Grade II
Churches are listed A, B, and C, which are equivalent to Grade I, II* and II respectively. Some listed buildings are Scheduled Monuments. They are identified by an SM in the list, available to download below.
Listed Buildings Consent
You will need to get listed building consent from the council before carrying out any building works that affect the character of a listed building. This includes internal and external works, structures touching the listed building and separate buildings within its curtilage.
If you are the owner of a listed building you are responsible for looking after it. The council can insist that owners of listed buildings carry out any works to preserve the building. Further support and advice for the owners of listed buildings is available from English Heritage.
For further information about listed buildings in Eastbourne please contact the Conseravtion Officer.
For further information about Eastbourne's Listed Buildings please consult the Eastbourne Townscape Guide. For further information contact the Conservation Officer.
