Party Wall etc. Act 1996
The Party Wall Act is a framework for preventing and resolving disputes relating to undertaking works to party walls, party structures, boundary walls, and nearby excavations. Core Compliance are specialists in neighbourly matters and can help maximise rights and protect interests under the Party Wall Act.
Party Wall Surveying
Whether you are a building owner planning to undertake work or an adjoining owner who has been served a notice by your neighbour, Core Compliance can provide specialist advice to help you navigate the Party Wall Act and protect your assets and interests.
Site Appraisal
We will review projects and sites at an early stage to advise on neighbourly matters and minimise the risks associated.
Drafting Notices
If you are a building owner who requires a Notice to carry out work, we will draft compliant Notices under the relevant sections of the Party Wall Act.
Responding to Notices
If you are an adjoining owner who has received a Notice from a neighbour, we will advise on the implication of the works and respond on your behalf.
Schedule of Condition
We take schedules of condition of properties, to provide an accurate record of its existing condition prior to works commencing.
Agreed Surveyor
We can act as an Agreed Surveyor, impartially administering the Party Wall Act on behalf of both owners.
Two Surveyors
We can act as Building Owner's Surveyor or Adjoining Owner's Surveyor, as required to fairly create a tribunal of surveyors.
Site Inspections
We can inspect properties before, during, and after the works to ensure compliance with the Party Wall Act.
Awards
We will draft, negotiate, and serve Awards under the Party Wall Act to resolve any dispute between property owners.
Damages
In the event that damage is caused by works, we will assess the cause and liability, arranging compensation or making good as required.
Why choose Core Compliance for party wall surveying?
Expert Advice
With extensive knowledge of the Party Wall Act and decades of experience across the team, Core Compliance are industry leaders in party wall matters.
Personal Approach
We customise our services to the owner's specific needs, ensuring an appropriate approach depending on the complexity, locality, and nature of disputes.
Clear Communication
Dealing with party wall matters can be confusing. We therefore ensure a clear explanation of technical and procedural matters to owners.
Experienced Surveyors
Our surveyors have been involved in various complex and litigious matters, from small extensions to high-rise skyscrapers and deep mega-basements — no project is beyond our experience.
Core Compliance can provide a range of services to assist owners affected by the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Whether you are a developer who needs to meet their obligations under the Act, or a neighbour to construction works, contact us to learn more about how we can add value and protect your interests.
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