Do you intend to carry out building works?

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Are you planning building works? Do you works falls within the scope of the Party Wall Act? Do you need a Party Wall Surveyor?

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 covers different types of works; from excavations close to neighbouring properties through to the construction of new walls and alterations to a shared party wall and is often overlooked by owners planning to develop or extend their property. If your proposed works fall within this scope it is likely that you, as the Building Owner, must serve notices and obtain the affected Adjoining Owner(s) consent to the works, if that consent is not forthcoming the parties are deemed to be ‘in dispute’ under the Party Wall Act and Party Wall Surveyors must be appointed so that this dispute can be resolved by way of a Party Wall Agreement (referred to as an ‘Award.’).

I offer a comprehensive fixed fee service from just £495.00 for the preparation of party wall awards, including the issuing of notices for your project, undertaking schedules of condition and legal searches. My services cover private residential homes, offices and other commercial property including shops in the London and surrounding areas. I can provide an effective, timely service, for all parties, be they the Building Owner or Adjoining Owner, ensuring that all parties are protected and that the Party Wall Act is complied with. 

In the first instance I would always advise that Building Owners speak to their neighbours about their proposed works before serving a formal notice. Please feel free to get in touch to discuss your circumstances.

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