York just outside the boundary of North Yorkshire is rich in heritage and historical significance. I initially moved to North Yorkshire for my role as Head of Built Environment at Castle Howard, but I am proud to say that it continues to be my home.

York, with its historic walls, monumental minster, and numerous historic and protected buildings, presents a unique challenge for property alterations. That’s where our extensive experience in the planning system comes into play. We adopt a heritage-led approach to every project and can prepare and manage all documentation required to satisfy planning conditions or make a persuasive case, including proposed plans, design and access statement,  heritage statements, desk-based assessments, pre-development scoping assessments, listed building consent and statements of significance.

We are also passionate about adaptive re-use of buildings in order to ensure their conservation and preservation whilst meeting the needs of today so that they can be economically sustainable. We have experience in all sectors, including residential, commercial, education and leisure.

At Evans & James Heritage Consultants, we believe that the age and historic interest of your building can be an asset rather than a hindrance. By collaborating with a heritage consultant like us, you can develop workable proposals that satisfy planners and conservation officers, respect and preserve your historic building, and make the necessary changes to ensure it meets 21st-century needs. We are happy to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of experts or provide the whole package of services, just tell us how we can help.

As heritage consultants in York, we have a proven track record of successful projects and we are offering our services throughout the county including Whitby, Scarborough, The North Yorkshire Moors, Yorkshire Dales, Helmsley, Harrogate and Thirsk. Our familiarity with the unique character of the region makes Evans & James Heritage Consultants an excellent choice for your heritage planning needs.

If you need assistance navigating the planning process or obtaining listed building consent in York, Evans & James Heritage Consultants is here to help make your project a reality. With years of heritage planning experience and strong relationships with local authorities in York and the surrounding area, we ensure a smooth and efficient negotiation process.

Contact us to discuss your heritage project further and discover how we can assist you in preserving and enhancing your historic building.