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West Dorset District Council

… Examples are given of listed buildings where careful siting and design has enabled energy efficiency measures to be undertaken. At Durlston Castle, solar panels and an air source heat pump have been installed, while at Athelhampton House, free standing solar panels, ground and air source heat pumps have been sensitively sited. Previous page…

… and covers all those topics already required to be set out in a sustainability statement. The checklist sets out best practice standards and guidance in relation to: Reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions Maximising the use of sustainable materials Minimising waste and increasing recycling Conserving water resources Incorporating green infrastructure Sustainable drainage and pollution…

… Executive summary As concerns about climate change have risen, and energy costs are increasing, many people are looking for ways to adapt and retrofit their houses to make them more energy efficient. This can be more challenging in a listed building, which has been designated as a result of its special architectural or historic interest in a national context. Local authorities have a statutory duty…

… to reduce energy consumption. Conservation principles, measures and techniques are outlined. It is important to check if planning permission and Listed Building Regulation Approval are required. Is Listed Building Consent needed? A key part of the document is a table which lists works to reduce energy bills in listed buildings and indicates whether listed building consent is required. Comments…

… Council Local Plan, which will provide any new policy on matters such as energy efficiency and will seek to address climate change through planning in a holistic way. Position statement 1 - Sustainable design and construction Position statement 1 provides guidance on how the Council will consider planning applications for new built development with reference to sustainable design and construction…