Soho's historic commercial quarter with residential pockets means that party wall matters arise frequently. Extensions, loft conversions, basement excavations and structural alterations all have the potential to affect adjoining properties and trigger Party Wall Act requirements.
Our party wall surveyors act for building owners and adjoining owners across Soho. We provide clear, practical advice on Party Wall Act obligations and prepare party wall awards that protect the interests of all parties while allowing works to proceed efficiently.
Preparation and service of party wall notices for building works in Soho, covering extensions, loft conversions, excavations and works to party structures.
Preparation of party wall awards setting out the rights and obligations of building and adjoining owners, including schedules of condition for adjoining properties.
Photographic and written records of the condition of adjoining properties in Soho before works begin, providing a clear baseline for any future damage assessment.
Expert guidance when party wall disputes arise between neighbours in Soho, working towards practical resolution that allows works to proceed.
You need to serve party wall notice if you are building on or at the boundary, cutting into a party wall or party structure, or excavating within specified distances of adjoining buildings. Most extensions, loft conversions and basement works in Soho trigger these requirements.
The party wall process in Soho typically takes four to eight weeks from serving notice to completing the party wall award. If your neighbour consents in writing, the process is quicker.
Yes. We act for adjoining owners who have received party wall notices from neighbours undertaking building works in Soho. Our fees are paid by the building owner in accordance with the Party Wall Act.
If damage occurs during building works, the party wall award provides a clear mechanism for assessment and repair. Our schedule of condition recorded before works began provides the baseline for comparison.