If you’re thinking about extending your Blackheath property, there may be party wall matters to consider. We can advise on the service of notices, preparing schedules of condition and acting as appointed surveyor if a dispute arises. We also regularly act for adjoining owners in Blackheath, ensuring that their properties are adequately protected during the works.
Works falling within the scope of the Party Wall Act not only include those that directly affect a party wall, such as cutting in beams or removing chimney breasts, but also new walls constructed either up to or astride the boundary and adjacent excavation. Many owners are surprised to find out that excavating foundations on their own land, set back from the boundary, may fall within the scope of the Act if they are within 3.00m metres of a shared or adjoining structure.
Our team of specialist party wall surveys are on hand to guide you through the process.
If you planning to undertake work falling within the scope of the Act or have received a party wall notice please call for some free advice or drop us an email.
Read more about party wall procedures including what works fall within the scope of the Act, the procedures to be followed and how our team of experienced surveyors can help the process run as smoothly as possible.
If you are planning to undertake works falling within the scope of the Act find out more about what we can do for you including preparing the notice(s), recording a schedule of condition or acting as the appointed surveyor.
If your neighbours are preparing to undertake works that may affect your property or if you've recently received a party wall notice find out more about the options and available and which best suits your circumstances.
Excavating a basement extension is one of the riskier types of work falling within the scope of the Act. Find out more about the special characteristics of this type of work and how they impact party wall procedures.
If you require advice on any residential surveying matter please call us for some free advice or drop us an email.
Picturesque Blackheath stretches across from the southern side of Greenwich Park straddling Greenwich and Lewisham. The village itself is a chic, picturesque hub of restaurant and café-culture and home to an excellent Sunday Farmer’s Market.
The area boasts excellent rail connections, with Blackheath Station providing an easy commute into central London and beyond. There is additionally a network of bus routes serving the surrounding areas.
At the heart of Blackheath lies the heath itself attracting kite flyers and wind-skateboarders, taking advantage of the often breezy conditions, as well as runners, dog walkers and families. It is also the starting point of the Virgin Money London Marathon.
Adjacent to Blackheath lies Greenwich Park, steeped in history this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers grand views and architecture including Greenwich Observatory.
Blackheath is the original home of one of the world’s oldest golf clubs and the first ever open rugby club.
The actor Jude Law has longstanding ties to Blackheath, having grown up in the area and attending the local John Ball Primary School.
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If you require advice on any residential surveying matter please call us for some free advice or drop us an email.
We have a team of surveyors specialising in party wall matters so you can be sure that your appointed surveyor is an expert in the field.
Our surveyors are members of the Royal Institution Chartered Surveyors (RICS) so you can rely on their honesty, integrity and professionalism.
Peter Barry Surveyors are Regulated by the RICS ensuring that you have a free to use method of redress should anything go wrong.
Our team have a duty to keep up to date with the latest party wall case law and this will be reflected in the advice that you receive.
The team are also members of party wall specific governing bodies the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors or the Pyramus & Thisbe Society.