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The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage have published 'Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings'. A detailed document it contains resources from Sustainable Traditional Building Alliance and our Patrons, Historic England and Historic Environment Scotland https://lnkd.in/ebHE742k #retrofit #conservation #heritage #significance

With a huge amount of UK housing stock within the "traditional" bracket, it is key we address these issues. Here is how Eire are tackling the issues.

A very relevant resource, full of useful information and guidance.

This Might Be Of Help To Those Of You Involved In Renovating Traditional Buildings. #retrofit #architects #architecturaltechnologist #renovation #constructionireland #constructionuk #constructionscotland #breathableinsulation #insulatingwalls #insulatingsolidwalls

Too often, we forget that the buildings around us are not just a backdrop for our daily lives but have their own stories. Unfortunately, older buildings sometimes do not meet the modern needs of the users, so they are torn down and replaced. In those cases, we can evaluate what it might take to save or repurpose the building. Our team has been preserving cultural landmarks across the eastern United States since 1936. Here is a sampling of Historic Restoration and Preservation Projects we’ve successfully completed. 👉https://lnkd.in/gN4EVmTS #MasonryRestoration #StructuralRepair #HistoricRestoration #BuildingMaintenance #BuildingFacade #TriscoInAction

Historic England published new guidance this week on improving energy efficiency in historic buildings. Aiming to bring consistency to decision making it offers a framework for weighing sustainability benefits against the potential harm to heritage assets from adaptation. While there is an imperative to address climate change, this is an area that can be challenging for decision makers when heritage assets are involved and this document may help by setting out a flexible and proportionate approach this issue. Have a read and see what you think.

Restoring heritage buildings does far more than preserve the integrity and beauty of historic treasures. It can also boost local economies. Historic preservation can increase property values, attract tourists, and support downtown revitalization. Learn how we breathe new life into old spaces to promote economic growth. https://lnkd.in/e6jPR7-9 #AdaptiveReuse #ArchitecturalDesign #HistoricPreservation

Knowing that a few of my connections are in the business of historic preservation of buildings, I thought this may be of interest, as well as an opportunity! Balancing historic preservation with "climate-friendly" building projects can be a challenge. The U.S. Green Building Council is looking to accelerate historic preservation reviews, ensuring that heritage sites become part of the transition to a more sustainable future. This is a big step in the right direction by aligning climate goals with the preservation of landmark buildings. By streamlining the review process, it will not only protect the past but it will also pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable future. #Sustainability #HistoricPreservation #ClimateAction #GreenBuilding #USGBC #ClimateChange

Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023: A Heritage Perspective The Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 (LURA) introduced a number of proposed changes to legislation that are relevant to the historic environment in England. Below we take a brief look at the proposals and what they may mean in practice. As we will see, the proposed changes are mainly to tidy up and rationalise heritage protection in England, particularly to ensure consistency with the National Planning Policy Framework (#NPPF) and between different types of designated heritage assets, as well as following the Historic Environment (Wales) Act 2016. Except for one or two proposed changes, it will be business as usual for most people involved in the planning system and the historic environment day-to-day. See Amy Booth's full blog: https://lnkd.in/eYxv5Q5m

📣 Historic England's Advice Note 18, 'Adapting Historic Buildings for Energy and Carbon Efficiency', has been published today (23 July 2024). 🎯 The advice note is aimed at local planning authorities, heritage consultants and others directly involved in the planning process. Key takeaways: ⏰ **The urgent need for climate action.** Further action in relation to building and construction is required to effectively mitigate and adapt to a rapidly and drastically changing climate. ♻ **Whole building approach to adaptation.** Historic England advocates for a holistic approach when adapting historic buildings for energy efficiency. This approach includes understanding the building's performance, significance, and the need for sustainable, proportionate interventions. It prioritises avoiding harm and the risk of maladaptation while considering the building's overall context. 🔋 **Common interventions for energy efficiency.** The advice note outlines common interventions for improving the energy efficiency of historic buildings. 🗒 **Permissions and decision making.** In terms of development management, the guidance emphasises the need for careful decision-making to balance heritage conservation with climate action. Cornerstone Barristers' climate team recently covered several related issues in its series of talks for Climate Month, and further information can be found on the relevant part of our website: https://lnkd.in/erng4w-Z #CornerstoneClimate #Climate #Planning #Heritage #HistoricEngland #PlanningPermission