Party Wall Awards

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When carrying out works on or near a shared boundary, understanding the requirements of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is essential. Our Party Wall services guide property owners and adjoining owners through the statutory process, ensuring compliance and protecting the rights of all parties involved. We offer clear advice, preparation of notices, and management of awards to make the process straightforward and stress-free.

Our team is experienced in acting as Building Owner’s Surveyor, Adjoining Owner’s Surveyor, or Joint Surveyor. We handle all aspects of Party Wall work, from initial advice to monitoring works for compliance, providing professional support throughout and ensuring any potential disputes are mitigated efficiently.

We also prepare detailed Schedules of Condition to accurately record the existing state of a property before works commence, giving both owners clear documentation and reassurance.

Our focus is on impartial guidance, ensuring statutory procedures are followed correctly while protecting both clients and their neighbours from disputes or unexpected issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions…

What is a Party Wall? +
A Party Wall is a shared wall or structure between two properties, and the Party Wall Act 1996 governs works affecting it to protect both owners’ rights.
When does the Party Wall Act apply? +
The Act applies when you carry out works on a party wall or structure, excavate near a neighbour’s building, or build on or near a boundary. It also protects adjoining owners’ rights.
Who can act as a Party Wall Surveyor? +
Surveyors can act as Building Owner’s Surveyor, Adjoining Owner’s Surveyor, or Joint Surveyor, providing impartial advice and ensuring statutory compliance.
What services are included in a Party Wall appointment? +
Services include initial advice, formalising appointments, compiling and responding to Party Wall Notices, preparing Schedules of Condition, agreeing Awards, and monitoring works.
Can you monitor works for compliance with the Party Wall Award? +
Yes. We monitor all works to ensure they comply with the agreed Party Wall Award and statutory requirements, providing peace of mind to both building and adjoining owners.
Where do you provide Party Wall services? +
We provide Party Wall services across Yorkshire, including Leeds, Huddersfield, Bradford, Sheffield, and York.

Our Party Wall Award services:

Preparation of Schedules of Condition to record existing building states before works.

Agreement and execution of Party Wall Awards ensuring statutory compliance.

Monitoring works on-site to ensure all activities comply with the agreed Party Wall Award.

Compilation, issuing, and response to Party Wall Notices in line with statutory requirements.

Initial advice on application of the Party Wall Act.

Formalising appointments for Building Owner, Adjoining Owner, or Joint Surveyor roles.