Applications for exemption
If your project will not harm the cultural heritage significance of the place, you can apply for a permit exemption. There is no fee for a permit exemption application and you will usually receive a decision within 2 weeks of applying.
We will usually issue a permit exemption for:
- Routine maintenance or operational works
- Conservation work
- Replacement of existing services such as cabling and pipes
- Interior works to non-significant buildings
- Minor, exterior works to new buildings
- Temporary works
- The removal of dead, diseased or dangerous trees
You will need to provide information about your proposal where relevant. This may include:
- Existing and proposed plans and elevations
- Existing conditions photographs
- Materials schedule
- Colour and finishes schedule
- Job specification
- Specialist reports eg arborist
Page last updated: 24/02/21