Solar on Listed and Conservation Area Homes in London

Planning, permitted development and discreet design for protected properties in London.

The rules are property-specific

Solar on many houses falls under permitted development, but that is not universal, and it does not apply in the same way to listed buildings or within conservation areas. Nobody should tell you whether you need permission without knowing the specific property's status.

Listed & Conservation Area Homes — London

What usually helps

All-black panels, in-roof mounting, and siting the array on a rear or otherwise concealed slope. Reducing visibility from the public highway is generally the thing that matters most.

London specifically

Butterfly and parapet roofs are common on London terraces and often suit a flat-roof frame rather than an on-roof rail system, and large parts of the inner boroughs sit in conservation areas.

The sequence

Check the property's designation with the local planning authority, get the design drawn up with that in mind, and apply where required before committing to installation dates. Building an application around a design you have already paid for is the expensive way round.

Common questions

Will I definitely need permission?

It depends on the property's designation and the proposed installation. Check with your local planning authority — we cannot tell you it is or is not required.

What does the quote cost?

Nothing, and there is no obligation. The installer provides a free design and written quotation.

Who actually does the work?

A trusted MCS-certified installer covering London and the surrounding boroughs. Solar Company London is a quote service, not the installer, so the work, the price, the certification and the warranties are all theirs.

How soon will someone be in touch?

We aim for within 24 hours of your enquiry.