Buildings of France

La Talc: La Maison d’Artiste (The Artist's House ~ Number 59) and La Maison de Calèche (The  Coach House ~ Number 57), Route d'Aubusson, 23150 Lavaveix-les-Mines, is situated in a town with a significant coal-mining heritage that is subject to local preservation efforts. While these specific addresses may not be individual "Monuments Historiques," they fall within a protected zone (ZPPAUP or SPR) managed by the Architectes des Bâtiments de France (ABF). You can see from the pdfs below Lavaveix has Protection au titre des abords de monuments historiques (AC1) - Creuse - 23

Status & Protection Details

• Mining Heritage: Lavaveix-les-Mines is known for its industrial past, featuring preserved 19th-century buildings like the Ateliers de la Mine. Buildings along the main thoroughfares, such as the Route d'Aubusson, often form part of a protected architectural ensemble designed to maintain the town’s historical character.

• ABF Jurisdiction: Any external modifications (windows, roofs, paint colours) to these properties typically require a permit approved by the ABF. 

Atlas des Patrimoines

The images below, which show these plots highlighted as being in a protected site.

Further Information

• Address: 35 Rue du Centre, 23150 Lavaveix-les-Mines.
• Phone: +33 (0)5 55 62 42 15.
• Email: lavaveix-les-mines@wanadoo.fr.
• Official Website: mairie-de-lavaveix.wifeo.com. 

• ABF Approval: External changes (facades, roofs, windows) usually require approval from the Architectes des Bâtiments de France (ABF) if the property is within 500m of a protected monument.
• Material Constraints: You may be required to use traditional materials, such as wood-framed windows instead of uPVC, or terracotta roof tiles.
• Mining Risks: This specific area (Route d'Aubusson/Route d'Ahun) is subject to mining risk assessments (PPRM). Before starting any structural work, you must verify if the property is in a zone at risk of soil movement due to old mine shafts.
• Permit Timelines:
  • • Déclaration Préalable (Minor works): 1–2 months for approval.
    • Permis de Construire (Major works): 3–4 months. 

• Address: 14 Avenue Louis Laroche, 23000 Guéret.
• Phone: +33 (0)5 55 52 11 52.
• Email: udap.creuse@culture.gouv.fr.
• Hours: Open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00.
• Head of Service: Mme Christelle Dupas (Architecte des Bâtiments de France). 

• Pre-Project Consultation: It is highly recommended to contact the UDAP before submitting a formal planning application. They can offer a "preliminary opinion" (avis amont) to ensure your renovation plans meet local heritage standards.
• In-Person Appointments: Physical meetings are available but usually by appointment only. You can call the main reception to schedule a time to discuss your specific project at 57 or 59 Route d'Aubusson.
• Online Resources: You can find specific architectural guidance and regional advice on the official UDAP 23 website.