Frequently Asked Questions: Historic sites and monuments
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Historic sites and monuments FAQs
Q: Locally Listed Buildings: What is a locally listed building?
Q: Locally Listed Buildings: How are buildings locally listed?
Q: Listed Buildings: What is a listed building?
Q: Listed Buildings: What does listing cover?
Q: Listed Buildings: Why are listed buildings graded?
Answer:
Listed buildings are graded to show their relative importance. The great majority are Grade II. Those with 'more than special interest' and 'exceptional interest' are grade II* and grade I respectively.
Q: Listed Buildings: How are buildings listed?
Q: Listed Buildings: What is Listed Building Consent? When is it needed?