Historic Building Maintenance

Guidance for owners to help to maintain and care for historic buildings.

Westmorland and Furness Historic Building and Maintenance Guide (available upon request) is designed to help owners of historic buildings maintain their properties. Making regular checks can reduce the cost of maintaining historic buildings. Early small scale actions will avoid long term costly damage and help conserve and enhance the fabric of historic buildings.

The guidance contains advice on:

  • Windows and doors
  • Roofs
  • Rainwater goods
  • Masonry

To request a copy of this document please contact planning1@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk