John Penn and Widow Smith Almshouses
John Penn and Widow Smith Almshouses is a Grade II listed building in Greenwich, first listed on 8 June 1973. It is one of 466 Grade II entries among 539 listed buildings in Greenwich; 12% of Greenwich’s current entries were listed before it.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | John Penn and Widow Smith Almshouses |
| Grade | Grade II — special interest |
| List entry number | 1079002 |
| Date first listed | 8 June 1973 |
| Local planning authority | Greenwich |
| Location | 51.47483, -0.01303 (map) |
| Official record | Historic England list entry 1079002 |
Planning works on this listed building?
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What the grade means for works
Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.
The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.
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|---|---|---|
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