This planning application involved the replacement of ten windows at a Grade 3 listed property.
Following our assessment, we considered that nine of the ten windows were historic units, likely original to the building. The windows had undergone numerous previous repairs over the years, including the removal of cills, cementing around the frames and replacement of individual panes of glass. The presence of rolled glass within the windows was also indicative of their age and historic character.
Unfortunately, the windows had deteriorated significantly and had reached a point where further repair was no longer considered feasible. Water infiltration had caused substantial structural deterioration, resulting in sections of the windows bowing outwards and creating an additional safety concern.
We sought permission to replace the windows on a like-for-like basis, retaining their traditional 6/6 sash configuration and established proportions. The proposed replacements incorporated hardwood timber, slimline double glazing and traditional external putty detailing, carefully balancing improved performance and longevity with the need to remain sympathetic to the historic significance and architectural character of the Grade 3 listed property.