Duke of Westminster calls listed building rule ‘completely mad’
- Posted on July 13, 2026
- By The Times
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A prominent British billionaire criticizes heritage preservation regulations that prevent him from installing window awnings in his London properties, arguing the restrictions create uncomfortable living conditions during heat events. The controversy highlights the tension between maintaining architectural heritage and adapting historic buildings to modern climate challenges, raising questions about how conservation rules should evolve alongside contemporary environmental concerns.
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