BS 7913:2013

This British Standard describes best practice in the management and treatment of historic buildings. It is applicable to historic buildings with and without statutory protection. It is not applicable to below ground archaeology or any other type of heritage asset such as movable objects or vehicles.

This British Standard is intended for those who own, use, occupy and manage historic buildings, the professional team’s contractors and others employed to work on their behalf, and can be used by decision makers and funders. It is intended to provide building owners, managers, archaeologists, architects, engineers, surveyors, contractors, conservators, planners, conservation officers and local authority building control officers with general background information on the principles of the conservation of historic buildings and sites, when setting conservation policy, management strategy and procedures.