Commentary on provisions of the Act Schedule 18: Listed buildings Recording of building
Paragraph 7 requires the nominated undertaker to give notice to English Heritage of the demolition of a building that would require listed building consent, to allow recording prior to demolition. Under paragraph 7(2), at least eight weeks’ notice is required, or longer if agreed by the nominated undertaker, though in cases of emergency shorter notice can be given, under paragraph 7(3).
	Paragraph 8 provides that where notice has been given under paragraph 7 anyone authorised by English Heritage may enter the building concerned to do the recording during the notice period.
	Paragraph 8(2) and (3) provide that this right is not to be exercised if the nominated undertaker considers that it not safe to do so, and any person exercising the right will have to comply with directions from the nominated undertaker in respect of compliance with health and safety requirements.