BS 7913:2013

What is this standard about?

It describes best practice in the management and treatment of historic buildings. It applies to historic buildings with and without statutory protection. 

Who is this standard for?

• Owners, users, occupiers and managers of historic buildings
• Professional contractors - architects, engineers, surveyors• Building managers• Conservators
• Planners
• Local authority building control officers

Why should you use this standard? 

It provides information on the principles of the conservation of historic buildings and sites, useful when setting conservation policy, management strategy and procedures. The standard offers good conservation guidance for how best to deal with historic buildings, based on sound research evidence and the use of competent advisors and contractors.

Use of BS 7913:2013 will also aid decision making – the conservation of historic buildings requires judgement based on an understanding of principles informed by experience and knowledge. 

What’s changed since the last update?

This is the second edition of BS 7913. It has been updated by experts in the industry to align with current best practice and represent the latest ways of thinking about the conservation of historic buildings.