If your property is listed or in a conservation area, you may be eligible for grants or funding to help with roof repairs, especially when using traditional materials and methods, as we do at West Country Tiling. Here is how to apply for a grant:
- Contact Your Local Authority:
Start by speaking with your local council’s conservation officer. They can advise on whether grants are available in your area and whether your proposed works are eligible. Eligibility often depends on the historical significance of the building and the urgency of the repairs. - Check with Historic England or Local Heritage Trusts:
Historic England occasionally offers funding for urgent repairs to significant listed buildings. Some counties and boroughs also have their own heritage funding schemes or work with local building preservation trusts. - Gather the Right Documentation:
You will usually need:- Proof of listing or conservation area status
- A detailed description of the proposed work
- Quotes from qualified specialists (such as West Country Tiling)
- Photographs and condition reports
- Apply for Listed Building Consent:
Even if grant funding is not needed, most work to listed buildings requires listed building consent. This must be obtained before any repair or replacement begins. - Check VAT Relief Options:
Some works to listed buildings may be eligible for reduced VAT rates or VAT exemptions, especially when using traditional methods and materials.
If you are unsure where to start, we are happy to advise and can provide detailed quotations and roof condition reports to support your application, please contact us today.