Level 2 Heritage Statements for Listed Buildings
If you are applying for listed building consent for works that are more involved than minor alterations, you may need a fuller heritage statement setting out the significance of the building and assessing the likely effect of the proposals in more detail. For a broader overview of how the rules apply in practice, see our guide to common listed building alterations and whether they need consent.
Recept prepares clear, proportionate and well-evidenced Level 2 heritage statements for listed building owners, purchasers, architects and applicants. This service is intended for proposals that need a more developed desk-based assessment and clearer written justification than a concise Level 1 statement.
A good Level 2 heritage statement explains the building’s significance, sets out the proposals clearly and assesses likely heritage impacts in a fuller and more tailored way. The aim is to provide a planning-ready document that is useful to clients and agents, readable for case officers and properly matched to the building and the scope of the works.
What a Level 2 heritage statement typically includes
A clear explanation of the building’s significance and, where relevant, its setting.
A proportionate description of the site, its history and the relevant heritage context.
A fuller explanation of the proposed works and the reasons for them.
A more detailed assessment of the likely impact of the proposals on significance.
Mitigation, design refinement or heritage-led justification where appropriate.
A concise but more developed written document to support listed building consent and related applications.
Level 2 is usually best suited to proposals that are more involved than low-impact works but do not necessarily require a site visit at the outset. Where the building, site or heritage issues need fuller inspection and assessment, Level 3 may be more appropriate.
What this service does not include
Level 2 does not include architectural design work, a measured survey, structural advice or ongoing planning representation unless separately agreed. Where additional work is needed beyond the core heritage statement, this can be scoped as an add‑on service in advance. Our fixed fees assume a standard turnaround, typically within 15 working days of receiving all necessary information. Urgent or priority instructions requiring a faster turnaround can often be accommodated, subject to capacity, and will attract an agreed uplift on the standard fixed fee confirmed at instruction.
Request a Level 2 Heritage Statement
If you would like to discuss a possible instruction, please get in touch with the site address, a short description of the proposals, and any drawings, photographs or planning background available at this stage.
For more on fees, see our guide: How much does a heritage statement cost in 2026?
