Party Wall Services
At MSurveying, we provide professional Party Wall Surveying services to property owners, developers and adjoining owners throughout the UK.
Whether you are planning a rear extension, loft conversion, basement excavation, commercial conversion or a new build development, our experienced surveyors guide you through the Party Wall process efficiently and professionally.
We understand that construction projects can place strain on neighbour relationships. Our objective is to ensure compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 whilst helping projects progress smoothly, minimising delays and protecting all parties involved.
Failure to comply with the Act can result in project delays, disputes and potential legal action.
What is the Party Wall Act 1996?
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is legislation designed to prevent and resolve disputes relating to works affecting shared walls, boundaries and neighbouring structures. The Act provides a framework that allows building owners to carry out certain works whilst protecting the rights of adjoining owners.
Typical projects requiring Party Wall notices include:
✔ Rear extensions close to neighbouring properties
✔ Loft conversions involving party walls
✔ Basement excavations
✔ Structural alterations to shared walls
✔ New foundations near neighbouring buildings
✔ Commercial-to-residential conversions
✔ Mixed-use and development schemes
Building Owner Services
Acting for property owners and developers undertaking construction works.
Our surveyors provide practical guidance from the outset of your project, helping ensure compliance with the Party Wall Act whilst minimising delays to your programme.
Our services include:
• Reviewing proposed works
• Preparing and serving Party Wall Notices
• Liaising with adjoining owners
• Preparing Party Wall Awards
• Schedule of Condition reports
• Dispute resolution
• Advice on rights and obligations under the Act
• Support throughout the construction phase
Whether you are extending your home or delivering a multi-million-pound development, we provide clear and commercially focused advice.
Adjoining Owner Services
Protecting neighbouring property owners affected by proposed construction works.
If you have received a Party Wall Notice from a neighbour or developer, it is important to understand your rights under the Act.
We assist with:
• Independently to Ensure your Property is Protected
• Reviewing Party Wall Notices
• Acting as Adjoining Owner Surveyor
• Agreeing Party Wall Awards
• Schedule of Condition inspections
• Assessing potential risks to neighbouring properties
• Monitoring compliance during works
• Resolving disputes professionally and efficiently
Our aim is to ensure construction proceeds whilst protecting your property and legal interests.
Party Wall FAQs
A Party Wall is a wall shared by two properties. The Act also applies to boundary walls and certain excavation works near neighbouring buildings.
A Party Wall Notice is typically required when carrying out works to a shared wall, constructing on a boundary, or excavating within prescribed distances of neighbouring structures.
Depending on the type of works, notice periods are generally one or two months before works commence.
If consent is not provided, surveyors are appointed and a Party Wall Award is prepared to resolve the matter and allow works to proceed.
A Schedule of Condition is a detailed record of the neighbouring property’s condition before works begin. This helps protect both parties should damage claims arise.
Yes. Where both parties agree, MSurveying may act as the Agreed Surveyor, helping to reduce costs and streamline the process..
We regularly assist with loft conversions, rear extensions, basement projects, commercial-to-residential conversions, mixed-use developments, HMOs and larger development schemes.
Ideally before planning construction works. Early advice can help avoid delays and ensure notices are served correctly from the outset.
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