Party Wall Advice for Owners of Properties in Tunbridge Wells
Peter Barry Surveyors are here to guide you through the party wall process if you are considering extending or altering your Tunbridge Wells property. We like to work closely with owners to avoid unnecessary disputes and secure the best outcome. Where the works are straightforward, a detailed record of the condition of the adjoining property may be all that is required.
The process starts with the party proposing to undertake works falling within the scope of the Act formally notifying any affected adjoining owners. Those works will include anything that directly affects the party wall such as removing internal walls and cutting pockets to allow for the insertion of beams as well as new walls constructed at the boundary and excavation within up to 6.00m of adjoining or shared structures.
Our team of experienced party wall surveyors can assist with the service of notices and can act as an impartial appointed surveyor should a dispute arise.
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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.
MORE ABOUT OUR PARTY WALL SERVICES
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.
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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.
About Tunbridge Wells
The spa town Tunbridge Wells is located in western Kent and is the oldest watering place next to Bath. Situated just a stone’s throw from Maidstone to the north and East Grinstead to the west.
The town boasts well-connected rail and road networks, with a direct train line to London, making it an ideal commuter hub. The A21 road also connects it to the M25, further enhancing accessibility for those traveling by car. The town is blessed by a variety of housing types; Georgian architecture is the dominant style however there are plenty of Victorian and Edwardian examples too.
Explore the National Trust’s Scotney Castle with its picturesque walled garden to woodland offering year-round colour. Tunbridge Wells is also known for its vibrant cultural scene, with the Forum Tunbridge Wells hosting a diverse range of music icons such as Adele, Coldplay and Oasis.
Tunbridge Wells was home to British boxing legend Sir Henry Cooper. Born in the town, Cooper achieved widespread fame and acclaim during his boxing career, most notably for his legendary fights with Muhammad Ali.
YOUR LOCAL PETER BARRY OFFICE
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Kent
TN13 3UB
Telephone: 01732 441 536
Email: surveying@peterbarry.co.uk
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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.
WHY CHOOSE PETER BARRY
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.
Latest Blog Posts
This is a follow up to a post I uploaded last week analysing the main concerns expressed by adjoining owners who have recently received a party wall notice and how far party wall surveyors can go in ...
Section 7(1) of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is clear, adjoining owners and occupiers should not suffer unnecessary inconvenience as a result of works falling within its scope. The skill of a party ...
While party wall surveyors do not have the jurisdiction to determine boundaries, we are sometimes required to authorise works which interact with a boundary. We therefore need to have a good ...
