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Hi James, Thanks for your response. Can I get confirmation that I will not need planning permission in writing councillor? ;-) I jest. What's the best way to get confirmation of this? Many thanks

I've looked into the Zero rated VAT issue and it turns out that only alterations to a building are zero rated, not repairs. Furthermore in the recent budget announcement zero rating for listed buildings was scrapped altogether. We certainly don't want to install uPVC under any circumstances. We want timber sash in the exact style of the original but double glazed. I'm still unclear as to whether this will require planning permission. I will give the planning department a call later. Thanks for all replies

I came across this topic whilst googling for a very similar problem and hoped someone may be able to help. My property is GradeII listed and in a conservation area. The previous owner fitted uPVC replacements in some windows and the others which are still original timber sash are completely rotten and need replacing. He obviously did not gain planing permission for the uPVC windows. However, before selling the property to me he had submitted planning permission for the reinstatement of original single glazed timber sash (along with some other changes in the property) which was obviously granted. We would like to reinstate the original timber sash throughout being faithful to the original design but would like to double glaze them to improve their thermal qualities. Do we need to make a new planning application or do we just need to obtain Buildings Regulation approval? We will be using a FENSA approved fitter who will provide a FENSA backed guarantee. Any advice is much appreciated