Windows in Old Town, Edinburgh

Heritage restoration plus secondary glazing is the only consent-friendly route. For HMO landlords, sash restoration with brush-pile draught-proofing plus removable secondary glazing handles tenant comfort, EPC compliance and LBC in one project. Prices from £1,495 per window. Call 0800 193 1505.

The window stock in Old Town

Edinburgh's Old Town is medieval and Georgian listed tenements with original 6-over-6 or 4-over-4 sash and case windows, often with leaded top-lights, hand-blown glass and cast-iron weights. Many flats are HMO-licensed student lets with windows that have seen 100+ tenancies.

Planning and conservation in Old Town

The Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Category A or B listed at almost every address. Listed Building Consent is mandatory for any external change. uPVC is never approved. Prior approval also applies to the few non-listed addresses in the Old Town conservation area.

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Heritage restoration plus secondary glazing is the only consent-friendly route. For HMO landlords, sash restoration with brush-pile draught-proofing plus removable secondary glazing handles tenant comfort, EPC compliance and LBC in one project.

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Frequently asked questions

What are my HMO window obligations in the Old Town?
HMO licence requires windows that open at least 0.33m² for emergency egress on rooms more than 4.5m above ground. Many original Old Town sashes don't meet this; restoration includes upgrading the opening mechanism without altering external appearance.
Can I install secondary glazing in a Category A listed flat?
Yes — internal secondary glazing is removable and reversible, almost always approved on Category A listings provided the system is sympathetic (slim aluminium or timber frame, not industrial).
How fast can you turn around an LBC application?
Submission within 2-3 weeks of survey; 8-week council determination; 2-3 week mobilisation. Total 13-14 weeks from instruction to start on site.
Do you work with HMO landlords on portfolio rates?
Yes — see our letting-agent windows service. Minimum 10 properties for portfolio rates; consolidated monthly invoicing and tenant liaison included.

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