Grade II* listed · Norwich

27, the Close

27, the Close is a Grade II* listed building in Norwich, first listed on 26 February 1954. It is one of 126 Grade II* entries among 1,041 listed buildings in Norwich; 0% of Norwich’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
Name27, the Close
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1206385
Date first listed26 February 1954
Local planning authorityNorwich
Location52.63075, 1.30436 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1206385

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents Norwich will require for your works on 27, the Close, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

What the grade means for works

Grade II* buildings are particularly important buildings of more than special interest — about 5.8% of listed buildings. Applications for listed building consent are notified to Historic England.

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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Frequently asked questions

Is 27, the Close listed?
Yes. 27, the Close is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1206385, first listed on 26 February 1954. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to 27, the Close?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from Norwich, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.