Design changes after planning approval
Party wall surveyor in Brent
Planning an extension or structural alteration in Brent? Send the drawings and proposed start date. We check the party wall, boundary and excavation elements and explain the notice process.
Keep the notified drawings aligned with the final design
An extension design can change after planning approval or during technical design. A revised wall position, beam bearing or foundation depth may affect the notified work. Tell us about revisions before the builder proceeds; an existing notice or award should not be assumed to cover a materially different proposal.
Separate residential design guidance from neighbour procedure
Brent publishes guidance on residential extensions, alterations and address-specific planning considerations. Planning acceptance does not resolve the Party Wall Act procedure. We use the construction details, neighbouring structures and ownership information to identify what the Act requires for the particular project.
Give both sides a clear route to the next step
If you are the building owner, arrange notice and realistic timings before scheduling the relevant work. If you are the adjoining owner, keep the notice and seek advice on its type and response period. Where a dispute arises, the owners may jointly appoint an agreed surveyor or have separate surveyors.
Reference: Brent special planning considerations.
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Party wall notices
Identify the appropriate notice type and serve it correctly.
Schedule of condition
A useful dated record of the adjoining property before relevant work begins.
Party wall awards
Determine matters in dispute and record the conditions for notified work.
Read the process for building owners or adjoining owners. See current fees and qualifications.
Questions about party wall work in Brent
Can a design change require a revised notice or award?
A change to the relevant work may change the notified scope. Have the revision assessed before assuming the original documents cover it.
Do both owners have to use one surveyor?
For a dispute under the Act, they can agree on one surveyor or appoint separate surveyors. An adjoining owner does not have to accept the building owner's nominated surveyor.
Who normally pays the surveyor's fees?
The building owner normally pays reasonable surveyor costs. Under section 10(13), the surveyors determine who pays reasonable costs arising from the dispute. Check the written appointment terms as well as any award; we explain our invoicing arrangements before instruction.
Legal reference: Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The requirements depend on the work, notice and property interests.
Tell us what is planned
Send the relevant drawings or the notice you have received. We will explain the next step for your property in Brent.
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