About
RMA Heritage is a distinguished UK-based consultancy specialising in the conservation and adaptive reuse of historic buildings. Their mission is to provide expert heritage, planning, and design advice to clients across the private, public, and third sectors. With a focus on understanding the historic environment and assessing its capacity for change, RMA Heritage ensures that developments respect and enhance the character of heritage assets. Their approach combines rigorous analysis with creative collaboration, working closely with architects and other professionals to deliver successful outcomes. The company's services encompass a comprehensive range of heritage consultancy offerings. These include pre-purchase advice, site evaluations, archival research, and historic building assessments. They also prepare heritage significance statements, design and access statements, and manage applications for Listed Building Consent, Conservation Area Consent, and Scheduled Monument Consent. RMA Heritage is adept at navigating complex planning processes, providing support through consultation, negotiation, and public engagement, as well as representing clients in planning appeals and public inquiries. Beyond individual projects, RMA Heritage contributes to broader conservation efforts through the development of Conservation Area Character Appraisals, Management Strategies, and Conservation Management Plans. They conduct Buildings at Risk Surveys, develop Strategies, and undertake Characterisation Studies. Their expertise extends to advising on Article 4 Directions, managing Local and Statutory Lists, and providing urban design advice. This holistic approach ensures that heritage considerations are integrated into wider planning and development frameworks. RMA Heritage's portfolio showcases their versatility and depth of experience. Notable projects include the restoration of The Old Rectory in Albury, Surrey, where they assessed the significance of a complex historical site comprising structures from the medieval period to the Victorian era. In Clapham Common, London, they provided a Townscape Heritage and Visual Impact Assessment for a mixed-use development adjacent to a conservation area. In Exeter, their work on Quintana Gate involved heritage assessments and successful negotiation for the delisting of a Grade II listed building, facilitating a new development that respects the historic context. For building conservation professionals, homeowners, and heritage enthusiasts, RMA Heritage offers a trusted partnership grounded in expertise and a passion for preserving the historic environment. Their commitment to informed analysis, strategic planning, and collaborative design ensures that heritage assets are not only protected but also sensitively integrated into contemporary use. By balancing conservation with innovation, RMA Heritage plays a vital role in sustaining the UK's rich architectural legacy for future generations.
Info
| Mobile: | +44 (0) 797 905 0947 |
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| Email: | richard@rmaheritage.com |
| Principal Areas of Work: | Historic Building Conservation, Heritage Planning Advice, Design and Access Statements, Listed Building Consent, Conservation Area Appraisals, Conservation Management Plans, Urban Design Advice, Planning Appeals, Public Engagement, Historic Building Assessments |
| Capabilities and Specialisms: | Heritage Significance Assessments, Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments, Buildings at Risk Surveys, Conservation Area Character Appraisals, Conservation Management Plans, Characterisation Studies, Local and Statutory Lists, Urban Design Advice, Article 4 Directions, Historic Parks and Gardens |
| Company Number: | 07150622 |
| Public Liability Insurance: | Yes |
| Professional Indemnity Insurance: | Yes |
