Party Wall Surveyors Brixton

At Murrins Chartered Surveyors, we are expert party wall surveyors serving the vibrant community of Brixton. Our party wall surveyors are not only chartered RICS Building Surveyors but also members of The Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors. With an impressive history of successfully overseeing diverse residential projects in Brixton and its nearby areas, our team is primed to bring a wealth of experience and expertise.

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Comprehensive Party Wall Surveyors in Brixton

Welcome to Murrins Chartered Surveyors, your trusted partner for all your Party Wall Surveying needs in Lambeth, with a focus on serving the vibrant community of Brixton and its surrounding areas. Our highly skilled team of surveyors comprises distinguished members of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and The Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, reflecting our unwavering commitment to professionalism and excellence.

Why Choose Murrins for Your Brixton Project?

When embarking on construction or renovation projects in Brixton, it’s vital to navigate the intricacies of the Party Wall (etc) Act 1996. Murrins Chartered Surveyors specialises in providing comprehensive Party Wall Surveying services tailored to your unique needs. Here’s why you should entrust us with your party wall matters in Brixton:

RICS Chartered Surveyors

Our team possesses an in-depth understanding of the Party Wall (etc) Act 1996, ensuring that your project complies with all legal requirements. We stay updated with any legislative changes to provide you with accurate and dependable guidance.

Local Knowledge

As a local firm, we have an intimate knowledge of Brixton and its unique property landscape. This local insight empowers us to deliver solutions that align seamlessly with the needs of the Brixton community.

Comprehensive Range of Services

Our party wall surveying services in Brixton cover every aspect of the process, from serving party wall notices to crafting legally binding Party Wall Awards (Agreements). We also provide meticulous schedules of condition and expert advice to ensure a seamless project experience.

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If you have a project that might involve the Party Wall Act, or have received a notice, or if you would like free impartial advice relating to a party wall matter, contact us now to speak to an expert.

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Our Party Wall Services in Brixton

We provide a complete party wall services, ensuring your obligations under the Act are met.

Party Wall Notices

We adeptly handle the administrative aspects by facilitating the swift and efficient service of party wall notices. This is a pivotal step in initiating a transparent dialogue with your neighbours.

Schedules of Condition

To safeguard your interests and protect your property, our thorough surveys meticulously document the existing conditions before the commencement of any construction work. These schedules of condition serve as a vital reference point, averting disputes down the line.

Party Wall Awards (Agreements)

Our experienced team excels in negotiations and the creation of legally binding Party Wall Awards. These agreements lucidly outline the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved, offering absolute clarity and protection throughout your project.

Expert Advice

Navigating the intricacies of party wall matters can be formidable. At Murrins, we provide expert advisory services that steer you through the process. Our ultimate goal is to ensure full compliance with the Party Wall (etc) Act 1996 while addressing any queries or concerns you may have.

What works are covered by the Party Wall Act?

The are three primary categories of works which are ‘notifiable’ under the Party Wall Act. Each has its own section under the Act, and these are detailed below, including how much notice must be given before the proposed works can start.

Work to a party wall or structure:

Below details notifiable works relating to party structures. Note that not all notifiable works have been included, but the most common works have been.

Section of Act	Notifiable Work	Notice Period
Section 2(a)	Underpin, thicken or raise a party wall. For example, to underpin or raise a parapet wall.	2 Months
Section 2(b)	Where a wall is defective, carry out repairs, or demolish and rebuild it.	2 Months
Section 2(e)	Demolish a party wall that is not sufficiently strong, or high enough, for the intended new building or extension.	2 Months
Section 2(f)	Cut into a party wall for any purpose, including inserting a damp proof course or steel beam.	2 Months
Section 2(g)	To cut away projections from a wall that over hang your land. Such as removing a chimney breast.	2 Months
Section 2(h)	Cut away projections over your land to the extent necessary to erect a wall.	2 Months
Section 2(j)	To cut into the wall of an adjoining property, which is not a shared wall, in order to insert a flashing.	2 Months
Section 2(n)	To expose a section of a party wall or structure that was previously enclosed.	2 Months

The below table details the notifiable works that are covered by the Act in connection with building new walls on the line of junction with another property.

Section of Act	Notifiable Work	Notice Period
Section 1(2)	To construct a new wall on the boundary line with another property, which is partly on both owners' lands.	1 Month
Section 1(5)	To construct a new wall on the boundary line with another property, which is wholly on your own land.	1 Month

New walls on the boundary line:

Excavating near a neighbour's property:

The table below details where excavation works are notifiable under the Party Wall Act.

Section of Act	Notifiable Work	Notice Period
Section 6(1)	To excavate within 3m of an adjoining property of structure and to a deeper depth than its foundations.	1 Month
Section 6(2)	To excavate within 6m of an adjoining property or structure and to a depth that would intersect with a 45 degree line drawn downwards from the bottom of its foundations. Typically this only applies to piled foundations.	1 Month

What is the party wall process & how long does it take?

The Party Wall Act outlines the framework, processes, and timescales for dealing with party wall matters. The timeline below gives an outline of the critical party wall process.

Time required: 1 - 2 Days

1. Service of Notices

It is a requirement of the Act that the Building Owner serves compliant party wall notices on affected Adjoining Owners. Due to the complexity of identifying all notifiable work correctly, party wall surveyors are usually appointed to prepare and serve the notices, however anyone can serve the notice. Notice periods are 2 months for party structure works, and 1 month of line of junction and adjacent excavation works.

Time required: 1 - 2 Days

Time required: 14 - 24 Days

2. Response to notice

Once your neighbour has received the notice, they have 14 days to respond to it. The three options open to them in responding are:

Consent: In this case the works can proceed and nothing further is required under the Act. With that said, it is still advisable to have a schedule of condition undertaken of their property.
Dissent and appoint their own surveyor: In this case both the Building Owner's and Adjoining Owner's surveyors will act together to agree a party wall award. The surveyors must act impartially, despite being appointed by an individual owner. The notifiable works cannot start until the award have been served on the owners by the surveyors.
Dissent and agree to share a single agreed surveyor: In this case a single 'Agreed Surveyor' will act impartially on behalf of both the owners to prepare a party wall award. This option is recommended only where the works are of a relatively simple nature.

Note that if no response is received from the adjoining owner after 14 days, then they are deemed to have automatically dissented. In such case, a letter will typically be sent to them giving them 10 days to appoint a surveyor, otherwise the Building Owner can appoint one for them.

Time required: 14 - 24 Days

Time required: Typically 5 - 10 days following notice response.

3. Schedule of Condition

Once the surveyors have been appointed, they will undertake a schedule of condition of the adjoining property. This will act as a record of its condition before the works start so that in the event of any damage occurring, there is a clear written and photographic record

Time required: Typically 5 - 10 days following notice response.

Time required: Typically 3 - 6 weeks.

4. Party Wall Award

The appointed surveyors will then prepare a Party Wall Award. The award will determine any matters in dispute, and will also stipulate the timings and manner that the notifiable works must take place. It will also set out any rights to compensation and for access on to adjoining land.

Once the surveyor(s) has agreed the content of the award, they will sign it, and it will then be served on the owners. If they have any problem with the content of the award, they can appeal it in the County Court within 14 days, after which point the award becomes legally binding on both parties.

Subject to there being no contests in the County Court, the Building Owner can start the works covered in the award.

Time required: Typically 3 - 6 weeks.

Why choose Murrins?

At Murrins Chartered Surveyors, we take immense pride in our unwavering commitment to professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and unwavering client satisfaction. When you choose us as your party wall surveyors in Brixton, you’re aligning with a team that is resolutely dedicated to safeguarding your project and ensuring compliance with all pertinent regulations.

Our Process:

Our approach to party wall surveying in Brixton is methodical and client-centric. Here’s an overview of what you can anticipate when you opt for Murrins:

Initial Consultation: We commence by comprehending the unique aspects of your project and your party wall requisites.
Assessment: Our adept team conducts a thorough evaluation of your property and adjoining properties to spot potential party wall issues.
Notice Service: If necessary, we assist you in serving party wall notices to your neighbours, instigating the process with transparency.
Schedules of Condition: Our experienced surveyors meticulously craft comprehensive schedules of condition, vividly documenting your property’s existing state to mitigate potential disputes.
Negotiation and Agreement: We engage in transparent and open discussions with all parties involved, striving for mutually agreeable Party Wall Awards.
Completion: Our services extend until the project’s culmination, ensuring fulfillment of all legal obligations and the protection of your property.

Understanding Party Walls

Understanding party wall matters can be a complex and bewildering task. To shed light on this intricate subject, we recommend watching this informative video produced by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. This video offers valuable insights into party wall matters, providing clarity and enhancing your comprehension of this important aspect of many construction projects.

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