LATEST BLOG POSTS: Licence to Alter

Welcome to Peter Barry’s blog posts. You’ll find a range of topics focussing on issues that are important to our clients where we try to answer the questions that we regularly get asked.

License to Alter options for Share of Freeholders

Wednesday, 25th June 2025 | by: Matthew Price

At Peter Barry Surveyors, we regularly hear from flat owners looking to carry out works at their property—typically seeking advice around the Party Wall Act. But time and again, we discover that around 50% of leaseholders haven’t been advised of something just as important: the need for a licence to alter from their freeholder. Whether you’re planning to remove a chimney breast, ...

At Peter Barry Surveyors, we regularly hear from flat owners looking to carry out works at their property—typically ...

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Types of License to Alter Enquiry

Friday, 15th March 2024 | by: Matthew Price

Here at Peter Barry Surveyors, we receive enquiries for varying types of work that will require a license to alter ranging ...

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What are my options for my loft extension?

Friday, 18th June 2021 | by: Matthew Price

Of all the types of property extension the conversion of a loft space is one of the more affordable in comparison to side ...

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Loft Conversion Valuation – A Simple Guide

Thursday, 30th January 2020 | by: Matthew Price

Here is our simple 3 part guide to valuing your loft space. Part One - Who does this affect? If you own a house or are the ...

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Don’t forget your Licence to Alter!

Tuesday, 29th January 2019 | by: Matthew Price

There are many different elements that will need to be considered in order for the vision of your extension to become a ...

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We worked with Peter Barry Surveyors on the renovation of our house which had 4 party wall notices. I found them to be professional and responsive and would work with them again
Callum was great at the onset dealing with my party wall requirements with my two neighbours. He was very supportive and clearly explained the process step by step. He was easily contactable and answered my queries with great understanding. He was very accommodating by attending conference calls with the constructor and also via email. Overall the process was seamless and party wall awards were completed in quick time. Thank you Callum. Trusted and recommended.
Super fast turnaround!
The project is bit delayed but in general very good communication and service.
Everything is fine. No damage to party wall up to now.
Detailed, helpful and very responsive!
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