HG1 PROJECT PREPARATION BRIEF
Refurbishing a Harrogate townhouse or upper-floor space

Prepared by ATR Developments Limited. You can use this with your designer or builder.
These are preparation prompts, not a property survey or a permissions decision.

Project address: ______________________________
Proposed work: ________________________________
Intended use / occupation: ____________________

For a townhouse or upper-floor project in central or High Harrogate, establish the relationship between the proposed rooms, retained details and shared access. A substantial floor area does not guarantee a simple fit-out. The existing stairs, service routes and frontage should inform the layout from the outset.

DECISIONS TO RESOLVE

1. Record the building’s retained details
Photograph joinery, fireplaces, windows and other features affected by the proposal. Check relevant heritage information before choosing replacements or structural openings, and give the designer a clear retention brief.
[ ] Gather: A feature schedule, existing plans and designation records.
Notes: ________________________________________

2. Coordinate access and services for each floor
Show how occupants and materials reach the work area and where new bathroom or kitchen services can run. Confirm any shared access arrangements with the owner or manager before pricing.
[ ] Gather: All-floor plans, service positions and building management requirements.
Notes: ________________________________________

ADDRESS CHECKS
[ ] Confirm the authority using the full address: https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
[ ] Establish applicable permissions with the relevant authority and advisers.

PRIMARY RESOURCES

North Yorkshire Council
Choose the correct area and site in the council service; do not infer the planning authority from the postcode prefix.
Planning history by area: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/planning-and-conservation/view-and-comment-planning-applications/view-and-comment-planning-applications-your-area
Heritage & conservation: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/planning-and-conservation/heritage-conservation-areas-and-listed-buildings

Historic England
Search for an individual listed building. This is a different check from whether it stands in a conservation area.
Search the National Heritage List: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/

Resource review: 2026-10-16
No project cost, permission or availability is confirmed by this checklist.