Get Uk Heritage Statement (including Checklist) 2024-2026

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to accurately complete the UK Heritage Statement, which is essential for detailing heritage assets on a proposed development site. Follow these steps to ensure your submission meets the validation requirements set by the Local Planning Authority.

Follow the steps to complete the UK Heritage Statement effectively

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Heritage Statement, ensuring you have access to this essential document.
2. Begin by filling in the site name, address, and grid reference, including the postcode. Ensure accuracy in these details as they are critical for identifying the project location.
3. In 'Schedule of Works', describe the type of proposal clearly, such as 'extension to a listed building' or 'internal alterations'. Include specific details of the works proposed, like 'replacement windows' or 'removal of an internal wall'. You may attach additional sheets if needed.
4. In the 'Pre Application Advice' section, indicate whether you consulted the East Sussex Historic Environment Record by selecting 'Yes' or 'No', and attach any relevant correspondence if applicable. Provide similar details for consultations with the local planning authority and Historic England.
5. Identify the affected heritage assets by ticking the relevant boxes in Section 3, such as 'Listed Building' or 'Conservation Area'. Ensure each asset type relevant to your proposal is checked.
6. For Section 4, summarize the history of the site/building. Describe previous uses and modifications, emphasizing parts impacted by your proposal. Attach any supplementary research as an appendix.
7. In Section 5, describe the significance of the affected heritage assets. Reference guidance from Historic England for accurate definitions of significance.
8. Discuss potential impacts of your proposal on the significance of heritage assets in Section 6. Explain how the proposal might disturb historical features or alter relationships between structures.
9. In Section 7, describe how your proposal has been designed to conserve the significance of heritage assets, detailing any measures taken to minimize harm.
10. Complete the Historic Environment Record checklist located at the back of the form, ticking the relevant boxes based on the status of your HER report.
11. Finally, review your completed Heritage Statement. Ensure all mandatory fields are filled accurately to avoid validation issues, then save changes, and download or print the completed document for submission.

Start completing your UK Heritage Statement online today to ensure compliance with planning requirements.