Do New Town driveways need Listed Building Consent?

Most external alterations to Listed Buildings in the New Town require Listed Building Consent. We navigate this process expertly, preparing heritage impact assessments and liaising with conservation officers on your behalf.

What materials are approved for New Town conservation areas?

Edinburgh Council typically requires natural stone setts, Caithness flagstone, or whinstone for New Town properties. We source reclaimed materials where possible and can match existing streetscape aesthetics.

Can modern materials be used in the New Town?

In limited circumstances, heritage-style block paving may be approved if it closely replicates traditional materials. We advise on what's likely to gain approval and handle all planning applications.

How long does planning take for New Town driveways?

Listed Building Consent typically takes 8-12 weeks. We recommend starting the process early and can provide pre-application advice to improve chances of approval.

Do you work with Edinburgh World Heritage?

Yes, we regularly coordinate with Edinburgh World Heritage for projects in the New Town. Their guidance helps ensure our installations enhance rather than detract from the area's outstanding universal value.

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Driveways New Town, Edinburgh

Name: Edinburgh Driveways
Address: Edinburgh, Scotland, GB
Telephone: 0800 644 0131
Price range: ££
Rating: 5.0

Heritage-sensitive driveway installations in Edinburgh's UNESCO World Heritage New Town. We specialize in conservation-appropriate materials that complement Georgian architecture while meeting modern requirements.

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TL;DR - Key Takeaways

•Heritage driveway specialists for Edinburgh's New Town (EH1-EH3)
•UNESCO World Heritage & conservation area expertise
•Natural stone setts, Caithness flagstone, reclaimed granite
•Listed Building Consent & planning application support
•Lifetime structural guarantee on all installations
•Free heritage consultation for all New Town properties

Popular Services in New Town

Natural Stone Setts

Reclaimed granite and whinstone matching historic streetscape

From £120/m²

Heritage Block Paving

Tumbled blocks replicating traditional aesthetics

From £85/m²

Gravel with Edging

Traditional loose gravel with stone kerbing

From £45/m²

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Tobermore Charcoal Shannon with Sienna Silver Borders, Madison Paving & Secura Lite Slate Walling driveway completed at Craig Road, Edinburgh — Craig Road Charcoal Shannon Driveway with Madison PavingCraig Road, Edinburgh

Tobermore Tegula Bracken with ACO Drainage & Lighting driveway completed at Corstorphine, St John's Road, Edinburgh EH12 — Corstorphine Tobermore Tegula Bracken DrivewayCorstorphine, St John's Road, Edinburgh EH12

Tobermore Tegula with Silver Granite Borders driveway completed at Barnton Gate Terrace, Edinburgh — Tobermore Block Paving TransformationBarnton Gate Terrace, Edinburgh