Listed roof repairs at 38 Farnham Museum, West Street, Farnham

“Application under regulation 13 for Listed Building Consent for external repairs including:”

“Plaster ceiling support and repair • Temporary roof drainage • Temporary removal and replacement of tiled roof covering • Several second-floor lintels to be replaced by like for like in timber • Replacing lead roof valley gutter sections and the front parapet gutter • Access Scaffolding and Temporary Structural Support • 3. Relevant Planning History…”

“The application site relates to Willmer House which is a building owned by Waverley Borough Council and currently used as Farnham Museum, located on the southern side of West Street, in Farnham. Willmer House is a Grade 1 listed building and was first listed in 1950. The building was constructed in 1718 and is a very fine example of a provincial townhouse designed and built to the highest of standards. The house is three storey in height plus a basement.”

“Reference Proposal Decision WA/2025/01208 Application under regulation 13 for Listed Building Consent for replacement of chimney stacks and parapet wall. WBC Reg 13 Consent Granted 13/08/2025 WA/2024/00291 Application under regulation 13 for Listed Building Consent for external repairs including alterations to parapet wall.”

“Consent Granted 13/11/1995 WA/1995/1049 Consultation under Regulation 3 - Erection of a garden gallery, conservatory, covered walkway and extension to coach house, together with new garden layout (as amplified by letter dated 19/09/95 and amended by plan received 28/09/95). Deemed Consent 15/11/1995 WA/1992/0052 Application for Listed Building Consent for interior and exterior repairs and renovation.”

“The application seeks Listed Building Consent for essential external repairs and temporary scaffolding. The repairs have been designed to be a comprehensive and long-term solution and have been informed by detailed assessment of the existing roof structure and a thorough understanding of the building’s heritage significance.”

“Listed Building Consent is therefore recommended, subject to conditions.”

“The roof is at serious risk of structural failure due to the extensive decay. The repair works have been well-considered and are in line with conservation principles. The temporary supports for the ceilings and roof during the works have been carefully considered to minimise risk and harm but it is likely there will be some harm to the ceilings and there would be harm to the roof structure due to the loss of historic fabric to enable the roof to hang from the scaffold.”

“Whilst a low degree of less than substantial harm has been identified, this harm is considered to be justified and outweighed by the positive conservation benefits of securing the long-term repair and performance of the historic roof of this important listed building. The building’s use as part of the Farnham Museum means its special…”

“Consultee Comments WBC Heritage No objection subject to conditions Historic England Support Joint Committee of the National Amenity Society No response received to date…”

“Following the debate, the Committee voted in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission unanimously.”

“WBC REG 13 listed building consent is GRANTED subject to conditions.”