33 Chandos Street, Leamington Spa, CV32 4RL
Heritage Statement Property Address: 33 Chandos Street, Royal Leamington Spa, CV32 4RL List Entry Number: 1381198 Legacy System Number: 481558 Date: 13/04/2025 ________________________________________ 1. Introduction This statement supports our application for Listed Building Consent to carry out internal alterations to our Grade II listed property. We propose dividing an existing large bathroom into two shower rooms to better suit the needs of a modern multi-tenant household. ________________________________________ 2. Listing Description and Heritage Significance 33 Chandos Street is part of a Grade II listed early 19th-century Regency terrace (Nos. 31?37, odd), designated in 1980 for its architectural and historical interest. it's notable features include: ? Exterior: Three-storey stucco façades, 8/8 sash windows, Welsh slate roofs, original porches with quatrefoil details, and cast-iron railings. ? Interior: Dog-leg staircases with stick balusters, 4-panel doors, and narrow sash windows with cambered arches. Within the bathroom, the only listed feature is a cast iron fireplace, which will remain in place and be boxed in behind a reversible stud wall for preserving and protection and future access. ________________________________________ 3. Description of Proposed Works - The proposal includes: ? Dividing the existing bathroom into two smaller ones, each with a shower, WC, and basin ? Constructing a non-load-bearing stud wall to form the division ? Installing a new door from the hallway, designed to match existing doors in style and detail ? Boxing in the original fireplace with minimal impact, allowing for discreet pipework routing behind ? Using existing plumbing and drainage where possible to limit disruption ? Ensuring all additions are fully reversible and sympathetic to the building's character ________________________________________ 4. Justification and Impact Assessment The feeling is that the existing bathroom is not fit for modern shared use. The newly proposed layout will have he following benefits: ? Increases functionality and convenience for residents ? Reflects contemporary living needs where showers are preferred over baths ? Maintains historic integrity by preserving original features, including the fireplace ? Respects heritage by sourcing fixtures in keeping with the building?s character ? Ensures all new work is visually cohesive and easily removable This sensitive intervention balances practical needs with heritage protection. ________________________________________ 5. Conclusion The proposal provides a low-impact solution to a functional issue, it looks to maintain the property's historic value while adapting it for modern living. All interventions are respectful, minimal, and reversible, with original features being retained and protected.