Party Wall Surveyor In Barnet
Planning building work near a neighbour’s property in Barnet? You’re going to need a party wall surveyor — and getting this right from the start can save you from costly delays, legal headaches, and damaged relationships.
Whether you’re extending your home in Finchley, removing a load-bearing wall in Hendon, or doing a loft conversion in East Barnet, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 almost certainly applies to your project.
What Is a Barnet Party Wall Surveyor?
A party wall surveyor is a specialist who manages the legal and technical process between neighbours when building work affects a shared wall or boundary structure. They act as an impartial expert — or in some cases, as a representative of one party — to make sure everyone’s rights are protected before work begins.
At AC Design Solution, our expert party wall surveyors are members of the Institute of Party Wall Surveyors, with hands-on experience across hundreds of residential and commercial properties throughout Barnet and beyond.
Party Wall Surveyor Costs
SIMPLE CONSENT SERVICE
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Land Registry compliance check
Review of drawings/plans
Drafting and finalizing notice
For simple projects where neighbors already agree
CONSENT WITH SCHEDULE OF CONDITION
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Everything in Basic Service, PLUS:
Site visit to document current property condition
Schedule of Condition report (protects you from false damage claims)
Best for most building projects
SHARED SURVEYOR SERVICE
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Full surveyor service shared between you and neighbor
Site visits to both properties
Complete Schedule of Condition for both sides
Cost-effective when both parties want professional oversight
DISSENT TO THE NOTICE & APPOINT OWN SURVEYOR
INDIVDUAL
Land Registry compliance check
Review of drawings.
Drafting and finalising notice.
Drafting and finalising Schedule of condition.Site visit to review Adjoining owner side.
Why Choose AC Design Solution for Party Wall Surveying in East Barnet and Beyond?
We’re not a generic survey firm. AC Design Solution is a London-based multidisciplinary practice specialising in architecture, structural engineering, and party wall surveying — and our experience in all three disciplines is what sets us apart.
Our expert party wall surveyors work across every part of the London Borough of Barnet: High Barnet, New Barnet, East Barnet, Friern Barnet, North Finchley, Finchley, East Finchley, Hendon, Mill Hill, Edgware, Whetstone, Totteridge, Colindale, Golders Green, Cockfosters, and Hampstead Garden Suburb.
Because we also handle architectural design and structural engineering, we understand what the proposed works actually involve — not just the paperwork around them. That means we can provide expert advice grounded in real construction knowledge, not just theory.
For related services, our team also provides party wall notices and awards and party wall dispute resolution across North and Central London.
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Benefits of Choosing a Us With Party Wall Expertise
Trying to manage party wall matters yourself is risky. A missed notice, an incorrect document, or a mishandled dissent can bring your project to a halt sometimes for months. Here’s what working with AC Design Solution gives you:
Expert dispute resolution when neighbours raise concerns, handled calmly and professionally.
Accurate schedule of condition surveys that protect you from exaggerated or unfounded damage claims.
Correct notice preparation so there’s no question of validity down the line.
Speed and efficiency — we know how the process works across the London Borough of Barnet and handle it with professionalism and efficiency.
Peace of mind that your project is legally protected from start to finish.
Why Do You Need a Party Wall Surveyor for Your Building Project?
PARTY WALL ETC. ACT 1996
Ensuring Legal Compliance
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you must serve notice on adjoining owners before carrying out certain types of building work. This includes loft conversions, extensions, excavation near a neighbouring property, and any work that affects a shared wall or boundary.
Failing to serve notice properly can result in injunctions stopping your build entirely — before a single brick is laid. Our team ensures every notice is correctly prepared and served at least two months before proposed works begin, keeping your project legally sound from day one.
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Minimising the Risk of Disputes With Your Adjoining Owner
Neighbour relationships can deteriorate quickly when building work starts. A qualified party wall surveyor acts as a buffer — preventing misunderstandings from escalating into formal disputes. We help both sides understand what the proposed works involve, what protections are in place, and what the process looks like throughout the project.
Most disputes arise from poor communication, not genuine disagreement. Good party wall surveying resolves the issue before it becomes one.
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Protecting Your Property and Investment
A party wall award is a legally binding document that outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties. It records a schedule of condition — a detailed survey of the adjoining owner's property before work begins — so there's no argument later about what damage, if any, was caused by the building work.
This protects you as the building owner and gives your neighbour peace of mind that their property is properly documented.
GET FREE QUOTEHow Does the Party Wall Agreement Process Work?
Step 1: Serving the Notice
The first step is serving a formal party wall notice on every adjoining owner affected by the proposed works. Depending on the type of building work, this could be a Party Structure Notice, a Line of Junction Notice, or a Three/six Metre Notice for excavation near a neighbouring property.
Notices must be served at least two months before work begins for most notifiable works. We handle this for you correctly and on time.
Step 2: Appointment of Surveyors
Once a notice is served, the adjoining owner has the right to consent or dissent. If they dissent, both parties must appoint surveyors. You and your neighbour can agree on a single chartered surveyor, or each appoint their own. Where separate surveyors are appointed, a third surveyor may be selected to resolve any disagreement between them.
Step 3: Creating a Party Wall Award
The surveyors prepare a party wall award — the legally binding document that outlines how the works will be carried out, working hours, access arrangements, and what happens if damage occurs. A thorough schedule of condition is attached, recording the existing state of the adjoining property before work begins.
Step 4: Commencement of Work
Once the party wall award is agreed and signed, work can begin. Throughout the project, the award provides a clear framework that helps avoid disputes and keeps things moving. If something unexpected happens, the process for resolving it is already in place.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Party Wall Act and Why It Matters for Barnet Party Wall Projects?
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 governs building work that affects shared walls, boundary structures, or involves excavation near a neighbouring property. It applies across England and Wales including the entire London Borough of Barnet.
The Act protects both the building owner and the adjoining owner. It gives neighbours a formal way to raise concerns, ensures damage is properly documented, and sets out a clear process for resolving party wall matters without going to court.
How Much Does a Party Wall Agreement Cost in Barnet?
Costs vary depending on the complexity of the proposed works, the number of adjoining owners affected, and whether the parties agree on a single chartered surveyor or appoint separate ones. Simple cases with a single adjoining owner and an agreed surveyor tend to be the most cost-effective.
Contact AC Design Solution for a clear, upfront quote tailored to your specific building project in Barnet.
When Should You Hire a Party Wall Surveyor in Barnet?
The short answer: before you start anything. Party wall notices must be served at least two months before most notifiable works begin. Leaving it too late can cause costly delays to your programme.
If you’re planning a loft conversion, rear extension, side extension, basement conversion, or any excavation near a neighbouring property, speak to us as early as possible ideally at the design stage.
How Long Does the Party Wall Process Take?
If your neighbour consents immediately, the process can be completed in a matter of weeks. If they dissent and separate surveyors are appointed, preparing and agreeing the party wall award typically takes four to eight weeks. Complex cases with multiple adjoining owners or disputed works can take longer.
Starting early is always the right move.
How Can You Look After Your Neighbours and Still Protect Yourself?
The party wall process, done properly, isn’t adversarial. A well-prepared schedule of condition protects both sides. Clear communication, managed by an experienced party wall surveyor, keeps relationships intact throughout the project.
We always recommend talking to your neighbours before serving formal notice. A brief conversation explaining your building project goes a long way. Our team can advise on how to approach this and we handle all the formal steps from there.
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