Party wall surveyors for developers
From site appraisal to final award, so party wall matters never hold up your start on site.
- Free initial consultation
- 5.0 from 15 Google reviews
In short
We appraise your site early, identify every adjoining owner and interest, map notices and awards against your programme, then serve and manage them through to signed awards. That gives you a clear critical path for party wall matters and fewer surprises on start dates.
How we work with developers
Appraisal
Boundaries, owners, sections that apply and programme risk.
Notice strategy
When to serve, to whom, with what drawings.
Engagement
Early contact with neighbours and their surveyors.
Awards
Negotiated with practical terms your contractor can work to.
Close-out
Post-works inspections and resolving any damage.
Items we flag that sit outside the Act
- Crane oversail licences
- Scaffold and hoarding access licences
- Rights of light
- Highways and utility consents
What clients say
We’ve worked with Manchester Party Wall Surveyors on several projects and they’ve been great every time. Guy is efficient, clear, and easy to deal with. The process is always smooth and well-managed. Highly recommend.
Common questions
When should a developer appoint a party wall surveyor?
At design stage, ideally before planning is determined. Foundation design and boundary details affect which notices are needed and how long awards take.
Can notices be served before planning permission?
Yes, but a party structure notice lapses after 12 months if work hasn't started, so timing matters.
Source: Party Wall etc. Act 1996 (applies in England and Wales).
Written by Guy Crouch BSc (Hons) MRICS, Director and Chartered Building Surveyor at Manchester Party Wall Surveyors. Last reviewed 26 October 2026. This page is general guidance, not legal advice. About our team
Planning a commercial scheme?
Bring us in at design stage and party wall matters won't hold up your programme.