If your neighbour is planning an extension, loft conversion, basement, structural alteration or excavation close to your property, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 may apply. We provide independent advice and surveyor services to help protect your property and ensure the statutory Party Wall process is properly followed.
If you have received a Party Wall Notice from a neighbour, it is important to understand what the proposed works involve and what your options are before deciding whether to consent or dissent.
Our service is specifically designed for homeowners, leaseholders and other Adjoining Owners who are affected by neighbouring development.
We can assist with:
In many cases, where the works are solely for the benefit of the Building Owner, the Building Owner will be responsible for the reasonable costs associated with the Party Wall Award, including the Adjoining Owner’s surveyor’s fees.
However, costs can depend on the circumstances and the nature of the works. The Party Wall surveyor(s) determine costs as part of the statutory process where appropriate.
We can explain the likely fee arrangements when we review your circumstances and the proposed works.
Our RICS regulated status provides clients with confidence that they are appointing a professional surveying practice operating within recognised professional standards.
Our specialist knowledge of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 enables us to provide informed, practical advice on complex neighbouring works and help ensure the interests of Adjoining Owners are properly considered and protected.
Our Party Wall service is deliberately focused on Adjoining Owners. This means our service is designed around the concerns of property owners whose homes or buildings may be affected by someone else’s development.
We provide clear, practical advice at every stage, from reviewing the initial Party Wall Notice and proposed works through to the Party Wall Award, construction phase and completion, helping protect your interests throughout the process.
Our specialist knowledge of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 enables us to provide informed, practical advice on complex neighbouring works and help ensure the interests of Adjoining Owners are properly considered and protected.
We can review the proposed works, explain your options and, where appropriate, act as your appointed Party Wall Surveyor.
65-69 Lots Road, Chelsea, London SW10 0RN
Call: 0208 0874 515
E-mail: info@lausten-lehrmann.com
65-69 Lots Road, Chelsea, London SW10 0RN
Call: 074 5049 2210
E-mail: info@lausten-lehrmann.com
65-69 Lots Road, Chelsea, London SW10 0RN
Call: 0208 0874 515
E-mail: info@lausten-lehrmann.com
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